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Unused US Army P38 can opener.
Duck Hunter camouflage jumpsuit. Commercial production USA. Size Medium Tall (Long). Overalls have insulated sleeves.
High-quality embroidered reproduction of the JCRC (Joint Casualty Resolution Center) shoulder patch. Unit established in 1973 (Nakhon Phanom, Thailand) to recover MIA/KIA personnel from the Vietnam War. Classic shield design with Indochina map. Sew-on type.
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.
Genuine US Military Type IV Survival/Crash Axe. Manufactured by Frank & Warren. Museum quality with original blade sticker. Includes sheath, sharpening stone, and signal mirror.
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.
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Genuine Vietnam War era Blood Chit (Survival aid). Type XM-61-1 for Southeast Asia. Lithographed June 1967. Features individual red serial number. Mint / New Old Stock condition.
An early-war combat classic! Up for sale is a genuine, period-original subdued shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI) for USARV (United States Army, Vietnam). This specific patch is the highly collectible and rare early "Subdued on Twill" variation manufactured between 1965 and 1967, featuring an exposed olive drab cotton-twill fabric base rather than a fully embroidered background. It is in nice, field-used, uniform-removed condition with plenty of authentic "been-there" character. A foundational patch for any serious Vietnam War display!
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.
The classic badge of a combat-proven Infantryman! Up for sale is a genuine US Army Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB - 1st Award) in the traditional full-color metal and enamel finish. The reverse is stamped with the "V-21" hallmark, identifying it as a product of Vanguard Military Equipment Corp. Since the Institute of Heraldry introduced these alphanumeric codes in 1965, this badge perfectly dates to the Vietnam War era through the 1970s. It shows honest wear and a beautiful, authentic patina.
REPRO Hat green. Size 58. Signal fabric on the inside. The hat has a nylon brim.
Genuine US Military Police (MP) white canvas double magazine pouch for the 1911 .45 caliber pistol. Vietnam War era, produced under a 1969 contract by National Line Co., Inc. Used condition with authentic patina..
REPRO Hat green. Size 58.
A pristine time capsule for MACV-SOG and LRRP collectors! Up for sale is a genuine US Military VS-17/GVX Panel Marker (Aerial Liaison) from the Vietnam War era. What makes this piece extraordinary is that it is still factory-sealed in its original waterproof kraft paper wrapping, clearly stamped with a 1972 date. These high-visibility panels were crucial for marking LZs, calling in CAS, and preventing friendly fire in the jungle. An untouched piece of history ready for your display.
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 pristine example of "Theater Made" headgear from the Vietnam War era. This Tiger Stripe cap represents the private purchase gear favored by GIs and Special Forces operating in Southeast Asia. Produced locally (likely Okinawa or Thailand tailor shops), this specific cap is in incredible Deadstock / Unissued condition. It retains the rare original paper inventory tag ("Size Small C.P. 2216") stapled to the brim. The fabric is crisp and the colors are vibrant. Size Small.
A unicorn for vintage collectors and reenactors with larger heads: An original Vietnam War era US Army Field Grade Officer's Service Cap. This cap features the distinctive gold bullion oak leaf embroidery on the visor (commonly known as "Scrambled Eggs"), designating the rank of Major through Colonel. Manufactured by Berkshire De Luxe as a high-quality private purchase item. The size is an incredibly rare 7 3/4 (approx. 62 cm). Finding vintage headgear in this size is exceptionally difficult. Condition is excellent/very good.
A pristine example of the most desirable private-purchase headgear in US Army history: The Morry Luxenberg "Green Beret". Sourced directly from the estate of Special Forces soldier "Norton" (service spanning Vietnam to the 1990s). Luxenberg berets, often Made in England, were prized by operators for their superior wool quality and "shaved" appearance. This item is Unissued/New Old Stock, retaining the rare plastic shield over the diamond logo with the original price sticker still attached. Size 7 1/8.
Genuine vintage Parachute Rigger qualification patch. "Old School" construction featuring embroidery on a black wool felt base. Distinctive red "RIGGER" text. Reverse side features period-correct "cheesecloth" gauze backing. Mint condition..
A must-have tactical resource for Vietnam War historians and Special Operations enthusiasts. This 2012 reprint by Special Operations Press combines two legendary Green Beret manuals into one volume: the "Combat Recon Manual" and the famous "B-52 Tips of the Trade." Compiled by the highly classified Project DELTA (Detachment B-52), it reveals the gritty, hard-learned tactics of deep jungle reconnaissance. Paperback, English language.
A collector's gem from the dawn of airmobile warfare! Up for sale is a genuine 11th Air Assault Division (Test) shoulder patch (SSI) complete with the rare, separate "AIR ASSAULT" tab. This experimental unit existed only briefly from 1963 to 1965 to pioneer and test the revolutionary helicopter assault concepts that would define the Vietnam War. Once proven, the division's assets were absorbed into the famed 1st Cavalry Division. Featuring a classic flat "Cut Edge," this two-piece set is in pristine, unissued condition. A rare and highly significant slice of US Army Aviation history!
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