USMC Mess Hall Serving Bowl | Melamine Mint Green | Cold War Era

Rare vintage medical surplus dated May 1957. Curved Kelly type forceps manufactured by Columbia Surgical Instrument Co., Brooklyn, NY. Still sealed in original packaging.

A scarce component of the 1954 Experimental Load Carrying Equipment trials. This pouch, stamped EX 54-17, is a prototype item developed by the US Army to test new designs before the adoption of the M-1956 system. A highly desirable piece for advanced collectors of Cold War field gear development.

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.

An authentic slice of Korean War history! Up for sale is a genuine 1952 dated U.S. Army mechanic's coverall, made from the legendary and highly durable Herringbone Twill (HBT) cotton. This particular piece showcases an interesting field modification: while tagged as a size 36 Long, both the sleeves and trouser legs have been period-shortened and hemmed (likely by a mechanic for safety and mobility). A fantastic item for collectors, reenactors, or vintage workwear enthusiasts.

Rare US Army 68" Pilot/Extraction Parachute in Duckhunter camouflage. Diameter approx. 1.73m. Complete assembly with bag, lines, and riser. Part No. 53D6805. Perfect display size.

Rustic wooden wall plaque featuring the 3rd Armored Division insignia. Hand-painted relief emblem with "SPEARHEAD" tab. Size approx. 14x17 cm. Likely a German-made souvenir from the Cold War era.

A genuine US Military shelter half (pup tent half). This is an interesting "two-tone" production variant made from two noticeably different shades of olive drab canvas. Includes attached roll straps, buttons, and grommets. True field-used "salty" condition featuring a hand-drawn name "DRIFTER", along with some small holes and a tear. Stamps are faded.

Detailed pictorial guide to Wehrmacht uniforms. Authors Cardona & Sanchez. Czech language edition. Excellent reference photos of stamps and markings. Condition: New.

An authentic World War II era U.S. Navy Mark 1 utility knife manufactured by Colonial Knife Co. Features the distinct, rot-resistant black "Tenite" plastic handle issued for the Pacific theater. Complete with its original fiberglass/resin scabbard by BM Co. Exhibits honest field wear, sharpening, and a deep vintage patina.

Real steel from World War II with authentic field history! We are offering a genuine US M3 Trench Knife manufactured by the legendary Camillus Cutlery Co. This is the highly desirable mid-war "Guard Marked" variation. The knife is in beautiful used condition, showing a "salty" combat patina on both the blade and the stacked leather handle. The pommel bears a crisp Ordnance flaming bomb stamp. It comes complete with an original U.S.M8 scabbard featuring a transitional M1910 wire hanger. Crucially, the reverse of the scabbard and webbing features hand-painted "rack numbers" (or laundry numbers), proving this knife saw actual service. A premium piece for any WWII US Airborne collector!

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.

Scarce WWII "1st Pattern" HBT One-Piece Combat Suit. Used for testing by early US Paratroopers and Armored crews. Features the distinctive knife/cutter slot. Stenciled named "R.H. FELDMEIER". Estimated size Medium-Regular. Authentic field-used condition with button repairs.