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Original BUAER (Bureau of Aeronautics) protective set made of ballistic nylon and used by US Navy and USMC helicopter crews at the beginning of the Vietnam War. Includes:

BUAER Flak Vest: protected the upper torso from low-velocity shrapnel. Zipper closure with snap cover, durable and authentic period construction.

BUAER Flak Shorts (groin protector): protected the lower abdomen and groin area. Front zipper closure with cover, adjustable crotch strap.

Details:

Size of both pieces: 40

Condition: lightly used, no damage, zippers and fasteners functional

Used trousers (Trousers, Twill, Khaki With Hip Pockets). Size 28x33. Waist 68 cm, leg length from waist 104 cm. Year of manufacture 1957.

Duffle bag with two straps. Minimal wear. The name Ford is written on the fabric in marker. Manufactured in 2003.

Set of 2 USMC Pugil Sticks used for close combat training. Length 124 cm. Used condition.

Used US Army sleeping bag. The sleeping bag has small holes and one larger hole, see photo.

Used Armor Body ballistic shorts, Fragmentation Protective (For the Groin). Size 36 (Army) 44 (Navy). Contract DSA-100-4677. The zipper is functional. Condition as shown in the photo. For collector purposes only.

M1943 shovel with cover. Both the shovel and cover were manufactured in 1944. The shovel was made by AMES.

Used bag for M17A1 gas mask, size Large. Cotton straps. Good condition.

Used USMC sports sweatshirt with 3rd Battalion insignia. Size Large.

Unused STRAP ASSEMBLY, FIELD PACK ADAPTER.

A piece of US camouflage netting measuring approx. 20x100cm.

Piece of US camouflage net. Dimensions approx. 50x50cm.

Unused USGI replacement zipper for sleeping bag.

Used M1956 holster for two magazines for the Colt 1911 pistol. The holster has been repaired, see photo.

Unused cotton chin strap for M1 helmet. Infantry variant.

Used US holster for Colt 1911 pistol.

Used 1q bottle with packaging and drinking spout. The bottle was manufactured in 1986. The NBC cap is not broken.

Used Woodland pants. Material: Twill. Year of manufacture: 1997. Size: Large Regular.

US aluminum drinking cup. Year of manufacture: 1945.

Commemorative plaque Ret. Gen. Rudolf “Rudy” F. Pekens U.S. Southern Command Leadership Plaque. The plaque measures 76 x 55 cm.

Used Coat blouse, Men's, Tropical. Rip-Stop material. Size Small Short.

Used US pan/mesh. Year of manufacture 1967.

US field bottle, 1 quart, from 1966. Cover with cotton trim and drinking cup.

Unused carrying case for the M-16 rifle bipod.

Two pieces of M1956 Universal Small Arms Ammunition Pouch 2nd Pattern. Used condition - some metal parts are covered with oxidation, which can be cleaned. The pouches have nice colors and visible stamps.

Unused 2q canteen. Year of manufacture 1995.

Used trousers, men's, cotton wind resistant ripstop poplin. Size Small Long. The trousers have one stain on the thigh, see photo. Overall good condition.

Lightly used pants in Woodland camouflage (M81). Size X-Large - Long. Year of manufacture 1997. Material: Twill.

Almost unused Pistol Belt M-1956. Cross weave. Size Large.

Limited edition commemorative M7 "Vietnam Bayonets of Honor" bayonet by Imperial Knife Company, issued by the American Historical Foundation to honor U.S. Army service in Vietnam. This is bayonet no. 1465 of 2500, featuring a dragon-themed blade engraving, U.S. Army crest on the handle, and presented in its original green felt display case. Excellent condition – no scratches or wear. A valuable item for military collectors.

Unused “AIR FORCE SURVIVAL KNIFE.” Manufactured by Ontario. Includes original sharpening stone. Year of manufacture: 1976.

US Parka, Snow Camouflage with insulated lining. Size Small. Year of manufacture 1982.

Used M69 vest in size Large. Year of manufacture 1969. The vest is marked with the name of the original owner and the inscription US Coast Guard. The ballistics are not broken. For collector's purposes only, ballistic protection is not guaranteed.

Used Coat blouse, Men's, Tropical. Rip-Stop material. Size Large Regular. One sleeve is damaged, see photo.

Used US field bottle M1910. Year of manufacture 1943.

Inflatable lifeboat for one person, type LRU-3/P, USAF MIL-L-8664B(WP). Manufactured by Rubber Fabricators Inc. (contract DAAK01-67-C-916. Date of manufacture: 1967. Size is approximately 1.6 x 0.9 x 0.3 m max. (inflated, but with covers and bottom chambers folded down). Black and orange rubber construction with one inflatable chamber and additional stabilizing chambers underneath and nylon covers. The boat comes with the original sea anchor/brake (specification no. MIL-A-3339A). The boat is in decent condition, holds air, but is intended for collector's purposes only and is not recommended for regular use on water. The boat can be inflated using a car pump.

This T61-5 body armor, officially designated MIL-A-43197, represents a fascinating chapter in military equipment history. Developed in the mid-1960s, the T61-5 was designed to be a more ergonomic and flexible successor to the older M1952A model. Its innovative construction featured over 100 individual titanium plates, intended to provide superior protection and comfort.

Although it officially became the U.S. Army's standard-issue vest "on paper" in 1965, it never saw widespread adoption in reality. With the escalation of the Vietnam War, the T61-5 proved too expensive and complex to manufacture for mass deployment. The Army instead opted for a simpler, cheaper, updated version of the M1952A (the "3/4 collar" model).

Despite being an Army design, the T61-5 found its primary use elsewhere. It became characteristic equipment for the U.S. Navy's "Brown Water Navy" units operating in the rivers and coastal areas of Vietnam from 1966 onwards. It was also used by some U.S. Army mechanized infantry, armor, and armored cavalry units between 1969-1971.

Key Features:

• Official Designation: MIL-A-43197

• Common Name: T61-5 Composite Armor

• Standard Publication Date: Feb. 10, 1964

• Construction: Composite material with over 100 titanium plates

• Historical Status: Superseded, cancelled in 1972 with no direct replacement

• Primary Users: US Navy ("Brown Water Navy"), US Army mechanized units in Vietnam

This vest is an exceptional and rare collector's item, documenting the push for innovation in personal protection during one of the most significant conflicts of the 20th century.

Unused manual insecticide sprayer. Contract DSA-700-67-C-5518/FSN 3740-691-1776. Year of manufacture: 1967.

Used MC-1 knife. Manufacturer: Schrade/Walden. Good condition. The blade spring does not work and the blade must be opened manually.

Used COAT MAN'S CAMOUFLAGE, POPLIN, WIND RESISTANT, RIP-STOP jacket. Size Medium Regular. ERDL Brown Dominant camouflage. USMC marking on the pocket. The jacket is used and has several small holes and a repaired collar.

OG 507 uniform from the estate of a Special Forces member named Norton who served in the US. Army from Vietnam to the 1990s. Pants waist 76cm, leg length from waist 111cm, leg length from crotch 80cm. Shirt armpit - armpit 52,5cm,, sleeve length from shoulder 66cm.

Used RDF Coat, Hot Weather, Camouflage Pattern. Size Medium Regular. Blouse comes from the estate of a Special Forces member named Norton who served in the US. Army from Vietnam to the 1990s.

Used RDF Trousers, Hot Weather, Camouflage Pattern. Size Medium Long.

Used US PASGT helmet with Woodland cover. Size Large. Collector's use only - ballistic protection not guaranteed.

Used trousers (Trousers, Man's, Cotton WR Poplin OG 107 RIP STOP ). Size Medium Regular. Year of manufacture 1967. Trousers have a few stains but are undamaged. There is still a laundry tag on the hem.

Unused Tropical Combat Uniform (Coat, Man's, Cotton W/R RIP-STP POPLIN OG 107). Size Large Regular. Unused condition. Contract DSA 100-69-C-1362.

Unused green beret (Beret, Man's Wool Rifle Green 297). Size 7 1/4. Contract DLA100-91-D-4056. The beret comes from the estate of a Special Forces member named Norton who served in the US. Army from Vietnam to the 1990s.

Green beret with U.S. SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND patch. Made by Bancroft. Size 7 1/4.

Uniform in Woodland camouflage (M81). Rip-Stop material. Blouse is size Medium-Long, trousers Medium-Regular, cap is size 7 1/4. The set comes from the estate of a Special Forces member named Norton who served in the US. Army from Vietnam to the 1990s. Used but nice condition. Uniform is ironed and has dry cleaner's tags on it.

Used US M16 binoculars. The strap is missing from the case. Used condition. There are minor smudges on the lenses, but the view is clear and the binoculars are functional. The accompanying manual is from 1976.

Trousers in ERDL camouflage. Size Medium Regular. Contract DSA 100-70-C-0137. Perfect almost unused condition. Colours are rich and unwashed. This piece comes from the estate of a Special Forces member named Norton who served in the US. Army from Vietnam to the 1990s.

Unused original green beret for US. Special Forces. Size 7 1/8. Contract DSA100-68-C-0965. The beret comes from the estate of a Special Forces member named Norton who served in the US. Army from Vietnam to the 1990s.

Used RDF blouse. Size Large Long. Contract DSA100-77-C-0531.

Used M1 helmet with fixed bale and ST liner. CLAIR RUBBER CO.. Heat stamp is partially visible and partially covered with a layer of paint and dirt.. The helmet has two cracks (see photo). Liner is in relatively good condition. Helmet is left in the condition it was found.

Unopened C ration accessory pack.

Used pants (TROUSERS, MAN'S, COTTON, WIND RESISTANT). Rip-Stop material. Year of manufacture 1969. Size Medium Long. Trousers have one small hole on the leg. Overall very nice condition.

Unused US scarf/neck warmer. Contract from 1985.

Used OG 107 (Utility Shirt) with 82nd Airborne Division lieutenant patches. Above the 82nd Airborne patch is a Ranger arch. Shirt is used but in nice condition. Personal number stamps are visible on the inside. The name tag is blackened in marker. The shirt is starched and ironed. Chest circumference 102cm. Sleeve length from shoulder is 60,5cm. Sleeve length from underarm is 50cm.

Original WWII metal can with sealing compound for caps, full, made by E.I. Du Pont de Nemours & Co., Inc.

Slightly used Army Combat Service Gas Mask (Bag M7). Rubber is soft, buttons are not torn. There are a few small rust spots on the cover and straps. Overall very nice condition.

SOT (Scorpion Tactical) Ghillie Kit. Set for making camouflage clothing for snipers. Size of parka and trousers is XL. Kit is stored in a sleeping bag.

Used helmet M1917.

Original unused blanket US. Army from the Vietnam War. Blankets are from 1968 and 1970 crates. FSN: 7210-282-7950.

M4 3 Mag Pouch Multicam

Unused gas mask M17A1. Size Medium. Revised and repacked in 1972.

Used buttstock for M16A1 rifle. First model without cleaning shaft - only with rubber boot. Used condition with no cracks or damage.

Unused Parka M-65 (Field Jacket). Size Medium Regular. Year of manufacture 1969. Manufacturer Alpha Industries, Inc. Contract DSA 100-69-C-0762.

M1 helmet cover in Mitchel camouflage. Year of manufacture 1969. Stock unused condition.

Parka M51 (Field Jacket) in unused condition. Contract QM (CTM) 10442 - C - 61 from 1961. Size Small Short.

Used US trousers. Navy Trousers, Navy, Working Uniform, Type III. Size Large Regular.

Original Colt 1911 pistol holster with pistol cord. Made by Warren Leather Goods Co. Year of manufacture 1944. Found near Pilsen, Czech Republic. Perfect condition.

Used US Army Tent, Shelter, Half. Stamps are not visible. Several small holes and one tear.'see photo. It is made of two parts with slightly different colour.

Unused US Army jumpsuit M1942. Size 40R. Year of manufacture 1943. The overalls are complete, including the inner sleeves. Duck hunter (Frogskin) camouflage. Jumpsuit has several holes see photo.

Used ALICE backpack. Size Medium. Woodland camo. Condition see photo.

Used US pan/mesh. Year of manufacture 1982.

Rare USMC experimental vest with ballistic or shrapnel protection and DORON plates. Size M. Lightly used stock condition.

This type of vest is one of the test pieces produced during WWII. While the US. Army preferred to use metal plates, the USN and USMC tested the DORON material.

The material was named after Gen. G. F. Doriot, who commanded the Research and Development Branch, Office of the Quartermaster General.

Unused 40mm grenade vest for M-79 or M203 shooters. Size Medium. Year of manufacture 1986.

Used 1qt bottle dated 1976 with LC-1 Cover, Water Canteen, Nylon DSA 74-C-1630. Stainless steel drinker dated 1944.