The KLMK CAMO Patterns, featured in the collection at CAMO HQ, trace their origins to the Soviet Union in the 1960s, where the original KLMK (Kamuflirovannyi Letnyi Maskirovochnyi Kombinezon) was developed for use by Soviet special forces and reconnaissance units. Characterized by its fine, grid-like “digital before digital” pattern, the KLMK design was one of the earliest attempts at visual disruption using small-scale shapes to break up the human outline, especially effective in grasslands, forests, and transitional terrain. Over time, this innovative concept influenced various camouflage patterns used by various nations, including post-Soviet states and Eastern Bloc allies, each adapting the KLMK structure to their own color schemes and environments. The KLMK CAMO collection at CAMO HQ showcases these diverse interpretations—from historical reproductions to creative modern variants—highlighting a legacy of stealth, simplicity, and enduring camouflage innovation.
