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ClothingHats

Beret

The Beret is an uncommon military headgear item in DayZ with worst insulation, drenched max wetness, 100 durability, and no protection. It spawns in military and military infected loot areas and can be repaired with a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape.

Quick item summary

CategoryClothing > Hats
Inventory SlotHeadgear
Size3x1
Capacity0 slots

Quick answer

The Beret is a lightweight military hat mainly used for appearance and faction-style outfit matching. It does not provide armor protection or warmth, so it is usually a cosmetic or roleplay item rather than practical survival gear.

In-game description

Soft military cap. Usually worn as part of a uniform.

Main Uses

  • Wear as military-style headgear
  • Use for outfit matching or faction-style clothing
  • Use as temporary headgear when nothing better is available
  • Repair with a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape

How to use this item

Use the Beret as military headgear

The Beret is mostly cosmetic, with no protection and worst insulation.

  1. Find a Beret in military or military infected loot areas.
  2. Equip it in your headgear slot.
  3. Replace it with a helmet or warmer hat when protection or insulation matters.

Repair the Beret

The Beret can be repaired with a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape.

  1. Place the Beret in your inventory or hands.
  2. Use a Sewing Kit or Duct Tape on the beret.
  3. Repair it before it reaches ruined condition.
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How to get Beret

  • Search military loot areas.
  • Check military infected.
  • Look for faction-style beret variants.

Spawn info

MilitaryMilitary InfectedUncommon
  • The Beret is an uncommon military hat.
  • It has no protection values.
  • It has worst insulation and drenched max wetness.
  • It is mostly useful for style or uniform-themed outfits.

Important notes

  • The Beret has no inventory capacity.
  • It provides no projectile, melee, or infected protection.
  • It has worst insulation.
  • It is found in military and military infected loot areas.
  • It is more cosmetic than practical.