ARVN Field Canteen (South Vietnam) – 1 Quart – Vietnamese Markings – Rare

A scarce and authentic piece of insignia from the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN). This is the shoulder patch for the 11th Armored Regiment (Thiết Giáp). It features the distinctive woven (Bevo-style) construction typical of in-country Asian manufacturing, differing significantly from US embroidered patches. The design depicts a tank (likely referencing the M41 Walker Bulldog used by ARVN) and the numeral "11". Condition is Unissued/Mint, cut from the original factory roll.

Rare printed cloth insignia of the South Vietnamese 21st Infantry Division (ARVN). Features the "Thunderbolt" design screen-printed on coarse fabric. Authentic "Theater Made" piece from the Mekong Delta region.

Rare "Theater Made" US Jump Wings. Hand-embroidered silver bullion on black felt. Manufactured in Okinawa, Japan during the Vietnam War era. Features distinctive paper backing with clutch posts. Excellent condition.

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

A true piece of Vietnam War history! Up for sale is a genuine U.S. Army rain poncho definitively dated to the height of the Vietnam conflict in 1968. This represents the first generation of the lightweight coated nylon twill ponchos that replaced the heavy rubberized canvas models. Presented in classic Olive Drab, this piece is in very good, used condition with no major damage and boasts a highly legible manufacturer's stamp. Perfect for Vietnam reenactors and serious collectors.

Sleeping Bag Carrier M1956 "Spaghetti".

Classic private-purchase camouflage trousers featuring the iconic Duck Hunter spot pattern. A favorite of US Advisors, SEALs, and CIDG troops in the early 1960s.

Genuine Shoulder Sleeve Insignia of the 9th Infantry Division ("Old Reliables"). Subdued olive drab and black version. Desirable "Thin Border" vintage variant. Excellent condition..

Genuine US Army Special Forces Shoulder Sleeve Insignia (SSI). Full color arrowhead design featuring the dagger and lightning bolts on a teal background. Vintage "Thin Border" variation. Lightly used condition.

REPRO Hat green. Size 58.

The essential reference guide for collectors of Vietnam War memorabilia, focusing specifically on the opposing forces. "Weapons and Field Gear of the North Vietnamese Army and Viet Cong" by Edward J. Emering is a high-quality hardcover book published by Schiffer Military History. It provides an in-depth look at the uniforms, equipment, and weapons used by Communist forces, making it a vital tool for authentication.

A "Holy Grail" item for Vietnam War and Special Operations collectors: The original "Preliminary Operator's and Organizational Maintenance Manual" for the STONER 63A (5.56mm Light Machinegun, Belt Fed). Published directly by the manufacturer, Cadillac Gage Company, this represents a rare piece of history associated almost exclusively with US Navy SEALs and elite units in Southeast Asia. The manual features intricate technical diagrams of the trigger group, receiver, and field stripping procedures.