Original 173rd Airborne Brigade Patch (Sky Soldiers) | Subdued | Cut-Edge

An authentic, early Cold War-era "Infantry Leader's Handbook." This unique manual was published by the U.S. Army Infantry School at Fort Benning, compiled by the team behind the professional "Infantry" magazine. Featuring incredibly dramatic, expressive cover art of a GI in combat, it served as a practical guide for squad and platoon leaders bridging the gap between the Korean War and Vietnam. A superb collectible for military historians.

.

Genuine Vietnam War era leash for Scout/Sentry dogs. Heavy cotton webbing with leather reinforcement. Heavy-duty swivel snap. Rare unissued condition.

Genuine 1966 dated fragmentation protective groin armor. "Diaper" style shorts designed to complement the M69 vest. Size 38 (Army). Unissued condition.

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

Genuine 1968 dated Vietnam War Jungle Boots. Panama sole pattern. "Spike Protective" steel plate. Made by HI-PALS. Rare Size 12R. Mint/Unissued condition with original tag.

A highly desirable Technical Manual (TM 9-1005-249-14) dated August 1966. This manual is a treasure trove for early Vietnam War collectors. It covers the maintenance and repair of the M16 and XM16E1 rifles, but its primary value lies in the inclusion of the XM148 40mm Grenade Launcher. The XM148 was an experimental, failure-prone predecessor to the M203, used briefly by US Special Forces. Original documentation for the XM148 is extremely scarce.

Rare New Old Stock (NOS) rifle sling in original sealed packaging. Dated October 1965. Heavy cotton webbing. Correct for M14 and early M16 rifles.

An authentic World War II U.S. military mosquito headnet and camouflage cover for the M1 helmet. Issued primarily to the USMC and Navy in the Pacific theater to combat malaria, it is often colloquially (but incorrectly) known among collectors as a "sniper veil." Made of printed canvas and fine mesh. Unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition. A must-have accessory for any Pacific war helmet display.

A "Rendezvous with Destiny" from the jungles of Vietnam! Up for sale is a genuine, Vietnam War-era 2-piece shoulder patch for the legendary 101st Airborne Division (Screaming Eagles). This is the tactical subdued version (OD/Black) featuring the eagle shield and a separate "AIRBORNE" tab. The classic flat "cut-edge" border and unsealed reverse confirm it as a 100% authentic, US-made piece produced during the Vietnam conflict (late 60s/early 70s). Mint, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition. An essential piece for any jungle fatigue jacket restoration.

The pinnacle of airborne qualification! Up for sale is a genuine, Vietnam War-era cloth parachute badge (Master Jump Wings) of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN). This is a high-quality, US-manufactured patch produced specifically for elite American personnel (US Advisors, MACV-SOG, Special Forces) who earned the prestigious Master rating while serving with South Vietnamese forces. Featuring the distinct star and wreath design, it is in excellent, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition with a period-correct cut-edge.

A piece of aviation history with real field use! Up for sale is a genuine, Vietnam War-era Republic of Vietnam Air Force (VNAF - Khong Quan) patch. This is a beautiful factory-woven variant, known for its flat profile and incredibly fine, sharp details compared to standard embroidery. Featuring a winged dragon and the motto "TỔ QUỐC KHÔNG GIAN" (Fatherland and Space/Sky). This patch is used and was carefully removed from an original uniform, retaining its folded edges and an authentic "salty" patina. A great piece for ARVN and US advisor collectors.

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.