Helmet/liner decal - Airborne

A pristine example of "Theater Made" headgear from the Vietnam War era. This Tiger Stripe cap represents the private purchase gear favored by GIs and Special Forces operating in Southeast Asia. Produced locally (likely Okinawa or Thailand tailor shops), this specific cap is in incredible Deadstock / Unissued condition. It retains the rare original paper inventory tag ("Size Small C.P. 2216") stapled to the brim. The fabric is crisp and the colors are vibrant. Size Small.

Unused cotton chin strap for M1 helmet. Infantry variant.

Unused US Army P38 can opener.

The insignia of the Huey and Cobra heroes! Up for sale is a genuine, full-color shoulder patch (SSI) for the legendary 1st Aviation Brigade from the Vietnam War era. This is the highly desirable early variant featuring a flat "Cut Edge" border. The 1st Avn Bde was the backbone of American airmobile operations, operating the vast fleets of helicopters that defined the conflict. This patch is in pristine, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition with vibrant embroidery. A must-have for any Vietnam War or aviation gear collector.

A very successful reproduction of the famous Tiger Stripe Boonie Hat, synonymous with US Special Forces and LRRPs during the Vietnam War. Made from 100% cotton, avoiding the shiny look of cheap synthetic copies. This hat will fade naturally over time for a "battle-hardened" look. An excellent, cost-effective alternative to rare originals for field use. Size Medium (fits 57-58 cm head circumference).

Rare printed cloth insignia of the South Vietnamese 21st Infantry Division (ARVN). Features the "Thunderbolt" design screen-printed on coarse fabric. Authentic "Theater Made" piece from the Mekong Delta region.

Authentic Vietnam War era South Vietnamese (ARVN) Parachutist Badge. "Theater Made" variant embroidered directly onto camouflage fabric (ERDL/Leaf pattern). Features white wings with the distinctive yellow star base. Removed from uniform.

Genuine vintage Parachute Rigger qualification patch. "Old School" construction featuring embroidery on a black wool felt base. Distinctive red "RIGGER" text. Reverse side features period-correct "cheesecloth" gauze backing. Mint condition..

Extremely rare 1967 contract M65 by Chief Apparel featuring factory brass Talon zippers (anomaly for this year). Excellent dark color. Fully patched (4th ID / CO Guard). Size Long Medium.

A massive relic of electronic warfare in Vietnam: The AN/QSG-126 Detection Transmitting Set, Acoustic. This 15kg air-delivered sensor was designed to be dropped onto the Ho Chi Minh Trail to detect Viet Cong movement as part of the secret Operation Igloo White (McNamara Line). This is an Inert / Training example dated 1968. It remains in excellent condition with the stabilizing fins still taped for storage.

A true combat veteran dripping with character! Up for sale is a genuine US M1 helmet rig from the Vietnam War era. This fantastic, named set belonged to an Army Chief Warrant Officer 3 (CW3) named W. Harper. The rig consists of a 1960s-produced steel pot (McCord) paired with a Korean War era fiberglass liner (Micarta) – a classic configuration for Vietnam. The liner boasts a beautiful crazed exterior patina and an original pinned rank insignia on the front. A superb named piece ready for research!

The classic badge of a combat-proven Infantryman! Up for sale is a genuine US Army Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB - 1st Award) in the traditional full-color metal and enamel finish. The reverse is stamped with the "V-21" hallmark, identifying it as a product of Vanguard Military Equipment Corp. Since the Institute of Heraldry introduced these alphanumeric codes in 1965, this badge perfectly dates to the Vietnam War era through the 1970s. It shows honest wear and a beautiful, authentic patina.