Original "U.S. AIR FORCE" Branch Tape | Theater-Made (Vietnam) | Used

 
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A piece with the true soul of local Asian tailor shops! Up for sale is a genuine subdued "U.S. AIR FORCE" branch tape from the Vietnam War. Rather than standard US factory production, this is a highly sought-after "theater-made" (in-country) variation. The lettering features hand-guided machine embroidery by a local tailor, giving it an unmistakable, slightly irregular, and perfectly authentic look. This tape has seen real action—it is used, boasts an honest patina, and was carefully removed from a period uniform.

Availability Skladem (1 pcs)
€15,96    
Product code ZBOZI PODLE PARAGRAFU 90 ZAKONA O DPH. 21220
Brand G.I.
Category Vietnam War
Warranty NE
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The ultimate detail for a battle-hardened uniform restoration.

  • History & Usage: US Air Force personnel deployed to Southeast Asia frequently purchased locally made insignia from tailor shops just outside their airbases in Vietnam, Thailand, or Japan. These "in-country" variations are highly prized by collectors today for their unique, individualized craftsmanship.

  • Theater-Made Construction: Unlike pristine US-made tapes, this piece has raw character. The black letters are slightly asymmetrical with a thicker thread texture. The reverse side shows a classic "theater-made" mess of bobbin threads without any plastic or glue backing, and the edges are hand-folded.

  • Uniform Removed Condition: This patch has a history. It was sewn onto a combat shirt (Jungle Fatigue) and later carefully removed. The edges remain folded and creased from its time on the uniform, offering a beautiful "salty" look that modern reproductions simply cannot replicate.

Technical Specs:

  • Item: Branch Tape "U.S. AIR FORCE"

  • Era: Vietnam War

  • Manufacture Style: Local Asian production (Theater-made / In-country)

  • Style: Subdued (Black embroidery on OD green)

  • Condition: Used (Removed from uniform, honest patina)

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