Page 2 of 2. Differences Between True Flame-Resistant Military Clothing and Typical Flame-Retardant Apparel. May 01, 2013; Military personnel require a variety of high quality, flame-resistant ...

This fact means that anyone in the military who wants to wear outdoor-style gear has to find clothing that’s both synthetic and flame-resistant, two qualities that don’t generally coexist.

Below are some points to consider, as well as differences between no-melt, no-drip, true flame-resistant clothing and typical fire-retardant clothing. 1. Variety of Apparel Choices.