Vietnam Era Tiger Stripe Cap – Theater Made – Size Small – Deadstock w/ Tag

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.

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.

Authentic Vietnam War era US Marine Corps Dress Blue wool trousers. Features the iconic NCO/Officer red "Blood Stripe". DSA contract dated 1967. Highly desirable size W35 L32 (Approx 35" waist). Named to marine "L. LUTTRELL". Excellent vintage condition.

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.

REPRO Hat green. Size 58. Signal fabric on the inside. The hat has a nylon brim.

Vintage 1972 M-65 Field Jacket by Alpha Industries. Features the desirable "Grey Liner" look and heavy-duty Serval brass zippers. Size Medium-Long. Nice used condition.

A pristine, unissued US Government Issue (GI) Green Beret from the height of the Vietnam War. Markings inside confirm the contract DSA100-68-C-0965, dating it specifically to 1968. Sourced directly from the estate of Special Forces trooper Norton, making this a piece with solid provenance. Unlike many surviving examples, the wool is free of moth damage and the interior silver stamping is crisp and bright. Features correct black eyelets with screens. Size 7 1/8.

Genuine US Military metal support poles for the Mosquito Bar. Designed to attach to the US folding cot. New Old Stock in original paper wrapping.

Rare early Vietnam War "Lightweight Rucksack" (P64). Dated 1964. Fully complete with welded frame, cargo shelf, waist belt, and instruction sheet. Very good condition with one small 1cm tear on a pocket.

A rare and identifiable piece of US Marine Corps history: An original M1 Helmet Liner used at The Basic School (TBS)in Quantico, Virginia. This is the institution where every Marine Officer is trained to be a rifle platoon commander. The liner features a high-gloss finish with a distinctive white tactical stripe and the TBS Unit Crest decal (reading "Esprit, Leadership, Knowledge"). The rear features a hand-painted roster number 350.

A true museum piece for the Vietnam War collector: An original "DRAFT COPY" of the Preliminary Operation and Maintenance Manual for the Submachine Gun, 5.56-MM, XM177E2. Published by Rock Island Arsenal in July 1967, this provisional manual was issued in very limited numbers to Special Operations units (MACV-SOG, Navy SEALs, LRRPs) alongside the first batches of the weapon. Unlike standard field manuals, this "Draft" represents the weapon's testing phase in combat.

A true time capsule. Authentic US Military cotton twill khaki garrison cap from the Vietnam War era. Unissued New Old Stock (NOS), still sealed in its original 1968 factory packaging. Manufactured by Metz of California. Size 6 5/8 (53 cm). Perfect for display.