Original LINCLOE M16 Magazine Pouch | Pre-ALICE 1971 | NOS

 
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The missing link in US tactical gear history! Up for sale is an extremely rare LINCLOE program nylon pouch designed for three 30-round M16 magazines. Introduced in 1971, it bridges the gap between M-1967 nylon gear and the ALICE system. What makes this pouch highly collectible is the unique internal design: individual retention flaps for each magazine, a feature dropped in later LC-1 pouches. This exact model is famously associated with the US Marines guarding the Saigon embassy in 1975. Unissued, New Old Stock (NOS) condition. Includes two metal ALICE clips.

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€45    
Product code ZBOZI PODLE PARAGRAFU 90 ZAKONA O DPH.3329
Brand G.I.
Category Vietnam War
Warranty NE
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A Holy Grail for late-Vietnam and Cold War gear collectors.

  • The LINCLOE Program: Before the legendary ALICE system took over, the military developed the LINCLOE (Lightweight Individual Clothing & Equipment) program. This pouch is the direct result of that 1971 initiative, making it a crucial piece of gear evolution.

  • Unique Internal Flaps: The defining feature of this rare pouch is inside. Unlike standard LC-1 pouches, the LINCLOE version has three individual internal straps/flaps. Designed to secure remaining magazines when one was removed, it proved too slow in combat and was quickly discontinued, making these surviving pouches highly sought after.

  • Historical Significance: These pouches saw action at the very end of the Vietnam War. They are heavily documented being worn by USMC personnel during the evacuation of the US Embassy in Saigon in April 1975 (Operation Frequent Wind).

  • Construction: Made of OD Green nylon. It features the classic side grenade pockets, an early-style plastic clasp, and a rear eyelet for suspenders. Mounts via two included steel ALICE clips.

  • Condition: New Old Stock (NOS). Unissued and unused. Shows minor signs of long-term storage. The black ink nomenclature stamps on the nylon are typically faded/faint due to age, which is standard for this era.

Technical Specs:

  • Item: LINCLOE Small Arms Ammunition Case

  • Spec: MIL-C-28981 / FSN: 8465-464-2084

  • Capacity: 3x 30-round M16 Magazines

  • System: Pre-ALICE (Includes 2x clips)

  • Era: 1971 – 1975 (Late Vietnam / Cold War)

  • Condition: Unissued / New Old Stock (NOS)

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