Vintage 3rd Armored Division "Spearhead" Plaque | Cold War Germany

An extremely rare original patch of the UDT (Underwater Demolition Teams) dating to the Korean War era. These elite "Frogmen" (often nicknamed "The Naked Warriors") were responsible for hydrographic reconnaissance and beach clearance ahead of amphibious landings like Inchon. These units are the direct lineage of the modern US Navy SEALs.

A rare and comprehensive collection! Up for sale is a massive lot of 11 original U.S. Marine Corps extension school manuals and pamphlets dating from 1953 and 1955. Issued by the Marine Corps Educational Center in Quantico, Virginia, this set covers almost every aspect of a Marine officer's education—from staff organization and logistics to aviation principles, map reading, and field sanitation. A treasure trove for USMC historians and collectors.

A museum-grade find: The Experimental Field Cargo Pack (Buttpack) from the 1954 EX-54 trials. This rare prototype is the direct forefather of the iconic M-1956 buttpack used in Vietnam. Produced in limited numbers for field testing, it features unique construction details and hardware distinctive to the 1954 experimental series.

Highly collectible US Military metal ammunition box (M19A1). Features excellent original yellow stenciling indicating it held 192 rounds of .30 Caliber Armor Piercing (AP M2) ammo packed in 8-round clips and bandoleers for the M1 Garand rifle. Manufactured by GP&F. Great vintage condition. Empty.

A distinctive variation of the standard M1943 Entrenching Tool. This shovel features the "JAPAN Z" stamping on the blade, indicating it was manufactured in Japan for US forces during the Post-WWII Occupation or the Korean War (1950-1953) to support logistics in the Pacific theater. It comes paired with a correct period USMC style canvas carrier. A great piece for collectors of Korean War memorabilia.

A scarce finding: M9A1 Gas Mask in absolute Mint/Unissued condition. Complete with rare cardboard face formers, original lacing, M11 carrier, and accessories.

An authentic pair of World War II era U.S. Navy foul weather deck trousers. Features a crisp, bright white tag bearing the wartime NXsx 38400 contract and a highly desirable Size Large. The fabric itself is in unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition; however, please note that the original shoulder suspenders have been cleanly cut off. Great for a mannequin display or repair material.

A stunning, near-mint example of the iconic WWII US Army M1911 Campaign Hat (often called the Montana Peak or Smokey Bear hat). The internal leather sweatband features crisp, legible markings dating it to 1944 (Contract RS-1944, PQMD). It comes rigged with the yellow/gold Cavalry branch cord and a US Army Officer's cap device. Finding felt hats of this age without moth damage or deformation is extremely rare. Size: 7 1/8.

Rare original World War II era can of Cap Sealing Compound by E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Co. Used by Combat Engineers to waterproof blasting cap and fuse connections. Full contents with mint label.

An authentic World War II Shoulder Sleeve Insignia (SSI) of the famous US 82nd Airborne Division ("All American"). Features the desirable one-piece construction with an attached "AIRBORNE" tab. Unissued stock condition with light vintage patina, verified negative under UV blacklight inspection.

A true time capsule piece. Genuine US M-1943 shovel carrier in pristine New Old Stock (NOS) condition. Vibrant canvas, perfect hardware. Never issued.

The definitive guide to WWII US Army uniforms. Written by Shelby Stanton. 276 pages with extensive historical photography and technical data. Hardcover. Mint condition.