Original US Army "Jungle Expert" Patch | Cut Edge | Vietnam Era

 
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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.

Availability Skladem (1 pcs)
€15,89    
Product code ZBOZI PODLE PARAGRAFU 90 ZAKONA O DPH.3334
Brand G.I.
Category Vietnam War
Warranty NE
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Proof of mastering the jungle.

  • JOTC History: The Jungle Expert patch is tied to the famed Jungle Operations Training Center at Fort Sherman, Panama. During the Vietnam War, the Army sent thousands of troops there to learn survival, navigation, and combat tactics in dense rainforests before deploying to Southeast Asia.

  • Design: Full-color embroidery featuring a blue background, a white silhouette of the Isthmus of Panama, a red compass rose, and an integrated "JUNGLE EXPERT" top tab.

  • Early Manufacturing (Cut Edge): This patch features a raw, un-merrowed cut edge. This detail, along with the white bobbin thread on the reverse, firmly dates it to the authentic Vietnam-era production period.

  • Condition: Mint New Old Stock (NOS). Never sewn on, with perfectly bright colors and no damage.

  • Placement: Soldiers proudly wore this qualification patch on the left breast pocket (or pocket flap) of their jungle fatigues.

Technical Specs:

  • Item: Cloth Pocket Patch

  • Qualification: Jungle Expert (JOTC Panama Graduate)

  • Variant: Full Color / Cut Edge

  • Era: Vietnam War Era

  • Condition: Unissued, Mint (NOS)

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