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Original "U.S. ARMY" Branch Tape (Subdued) | HBT Material | Vietnam

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An extremely rare transitional piece from the early Vietnam War! Up for sale is a genuine "U.S. ARMY" branch tape in the tactical subdued (black) format. What makes this piece highly sought after is the backing material: the text is embroidered directly onto a strip of iconic HBT (Herringbone Twill) fabric. This combination of the dark embroidery (introduced in 1966) and the older, durable HBT canvas from the Korean War era makes it a classic transitional artifact. The tape is in perfect, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition.

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€20,05

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Product code	ZBOZI PODLE PARAGRAFU 90 ZAKONA O DPH.3322
Brand	G.I.
Category	Vietnam War
Warranty	NE

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The subtle detail that makes a uniform restoration perfect.

History & Usage: Subdued black insignia were officially authorized in 1966 to replace the highly visible yellow/gold tapes that compromised camouflage in the jungle. The "U.S. ARMY" tape was worn above the left breast pocket of the OG-107 sateen shirt or Jungle Fatigue jacket.
HBT Material: The rarity lies in the base fabric. It is woven in the classic "V" pattern of Herringbone Twill (HBT). While HBT combat uniforms were phased out in the 1950s, residual stocks of this rugged webbing were used by manufacturers to produce the first runs of the new subdued tapes in the mid-to-late 1960s before transitioning to standard flat webbing.
Construction: Features crisp black embroidery. The reverse side shows exposed bobbin threads with no plastic or glue backing, a hallmark of authentic, period-correct US manufacturing from the 1960s.
Condition: Perfect New Old Stock (NOS). The ends are uncreased, and it has never been sewn onto a garment.

Technical Specs:

Item: Branch Tape "U.S. ARMY"
Era: Vietnam War (approx. 1966-1968)
Style: Subdued (Black embroidery)
Base Material: HBT (Herringbone Twill) webbing
Condition: Unissued / New Old Stock (Mint)

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