Extremely Rare US Special Forces Patch Set w/ Tab | Color-Matched | Cut Edge

The mark of the elite! Up for sale is a genuine full-color RANGER tab from the 1960s. Earning this coveted tab means surviving one of the US Army's most grueling training courses. This piece features classic pre/early Vietnam War era construction with a flat "Cut Edge" and the highly sought-after white bobbin "snowy back." Lightly used with an honest vintage patina from actual uniform wear. A perfect, authentic addition for any Vietnam-era uniform display or patch collection!

The mark of a soldier trained to survive the harshest environments! Up for sale is a genuine, full-color US Army "Jungle Expert" pocket patch from the Vietnam War era. This coveted badge was awarded to troops who successfully completed the grueling Jungle Operations Training Center (JOTC) course in Panama. This is the highly desirable early variant featuring a flat "Cut Edge" border. The patch is in mint, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition with vibrant, flawless embroidery. Traditionally worn on the left breast pocket of the combat uniform.

The classic paratrooper arc! Up for sale is a genuine full-color black and gold AIRBORNE tab from the Cold War and Vietnam War era. This piece features traditional mid-century construction with a flat "Cut Edge" and the highly sought-after white bobbin "snowy back." This specific tab has fantastic "salty" character—the edges are noticeably frayed, a clear sign that it was honestly worn on a period combat uniform and later removed. The perfect, authentic foundational piece for any Vietnam-era paratrooper display!

"Follow Me!" – the legendary creed of the US Infantry! Up for sale is a genuine subdued shoulder patch (SSI) for the US Army Infantry School (Fort Benning) from the Vietnam War era. Featuring the iconic upward-pointing bayonet, this patch is the ultimate symbol of infantry leadership. This is a highly sought-after early combat variant featuring a flat "Cut Edge" border, reliably dating it to the transitional period of 1966-1968. The patch is in lightly used condition, likely removed from a period uniform, giving it an authentic, salty combat patina.

Authentic jungle gear with serious character! Up for sale is an original US Army M-1956 canvas cover for the standard 1-quart canteen. This is the highly desirable early variant featuring the all-cotton edge binding (later models switched to nylon to prevent fraying). The cover boasts an amazing "salty" combat patina, perfectly faded by the sun and field use, yet remains fully functional. The perfect addition to any early Vietnam War impression or collection.

A collector's gem from the dawn of airmobile warfare! Up for sale is a genuine 11th Air Assault Division (Test) shoulder patch (SSI) complete with the rare, separate "AIR ASSAULT" tab. This experimental unit existed only briefly from 1963 to 1965 to pioneer and test the revolutionary helicopter assault concepts that would define the Vietnam War. Once proven, the division's assets were absorbed into the famed 1st Cavalry Division. Featuring a classic flat "Cut Edge," this two-piece set is in pristine, unissued condition. A rare and highly significant slice of US Army Aviation history!

The mark of the combat builders! Up for sale is a genuine subdued shoulder patch (SSI) for the 18th Engineer Brigade from the Vietnam War era. This is a highly sought-after early combat variant, featuring the design embroidered in black thread directly onto an exposed Olive Drab green twill fabric background. Featuring a flat "Cut Edge" border, this patch is reliably dated to the transitional period of 1966-1968. It is in flawless, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition. The perfect, period-correct addition to your early Vietnam jungle fatigue uniform.

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!

Used MP tape on fabric backing in ERDL masking. The tape is lightly used. The letters are ironed on the tape. The letter P is slightly peeling off (can be sewn on).

Essential gear for a Vietnam-era Marine! Up for sale is a genuine M1961 canvas magazine pouch, designed to hold a single 20-round magazine for the legendary M-14 rifle. This load-bearing system was developed exclusively for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) and was worn during the early, intense battles of the Vietnam War before the widespread adoption of the M-16. The pouch is in used condition with authentic field patina, fully functional snaps, and the classic bottom grommets. Price is for 1 piece.

The combat-ready jungle version! Up for sale is a genuine subdued (olive green and black) shoulder patch (SSI) for the 1st Aviation Brigade. This is the highly desirable early "Cut Edge" variant, produced during the short transitional period in the mid-1960s when the Army switched from full-color insignia to low-visibility combat patches. The patch is in flawless, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition. An absolute must-have authentic detail for your Vietnam War jungle fatigue build!

A copy of the PRU (Provincial Reconnaissance Unit) badge.