Q: does this poncho double up as a basha?
A: Yes, you can tie the hood in the middle and use as a basha.
Q: What size does the poncho pack down to ?
A: This could be folded down to approximately 10" x 7" x 4".
Q: To What pattern is this poncho belong to? In what time period was this poncho used in the army.
A: This is a 58 pattern poncho (1958 onwards)
Q: How heavy is the poncho?
A: It weighs just under 1kg.
Q: How big is it?
A: It is approximately 54 inches by 81 inches.
Q: Is this waterproof and if so how?
A: It is fully waterproof, being a heavy duty vinyl-type material.
Q: Is the material made from canvas, nylon, cotton and if it is breathable?
A: It looks to be a synthetic nylon-like material. It is not breathable.