Unissued USGI M16 Bipod Carrying Case | Vietnam Era | Canvas & Zipper

A Holy Grail for military ration and Vietnam War gear collectors! We are offering a genuine, completely sealed "Food Packet, Long Range Patrol" (LRP), commonly known as a "Lurp" ration. This is the highly desirable late-type version featuring the dark brown plastic packaging, which served as the direct predecessor to the iconic MREs (Meals, Ready-to-Eat) introduced in the 1980s. This specific packet contains Menu No. 4: Beef with Rice, produced by Cadillac Products, Inc. A flawless display piece for your collection!

REPRO Hat green. Size 58.

The patch of the very first Americans in Vietnam! Up for sale is a genuine, full-color shoulder patch for the Military Assistance Advisory Group (MAAG). This insignia was worn by highly trained military advisors sent worldwide during the Cold War to train allied forces. This is the highly desirable early variant featuring a flat "Cut Edge" border. Traditionally, a separate country tab (e.g., Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia) was worn directly above this shield on the uniform. The patch is in flawless, unissued condition with vibrant colors. A cornerstone piece for any early Vietnam War collection!

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.

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.

Sleeping Bag Carrier M1956 "Spaghetti".

The mark of the legendary "Redcatchers"! Up for sale is a genuine subdued shoulder patch (SSI) for the 199th Light Infantry Brigade from the Vietnam War era. This is a highly sought-after combat variant, featuring the flaming spearhead design embroidered in black thread directly onto an exposed Olive Drab green twill fabric background. Featuring a flat "Cut Edge" border, this patch is reliably dated to the transitional period of 1966-1968. It is in flawless, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition. The perfect, period-correct addition to any early Vietnam combat uniform build.

Rare original propaganda booklet from the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam). Titled "U.S. Planes Downed Over North Vietnam". Contains stamps depicting anti-aircraft victories. Iconic POW cover image.

A true unicorn for Green Beret collectors! Up for sale is a genuine and exceptionally rare early "SPECIAL FORCES" tab from the 1950s–1960s. While the official SF tab wasn't authorized until 1983, this piece originates from early experimental runs. It is woven with a teal/light blue background designed to perfectly "color-match" the iconic Special Forces arrowhead patch. This tab features classic vintage construction with a flat "Cut Edge" and a textbook white bobbin "snowy back." Lightly used with an authentic, "been there" patina. You won't find this at an average surplus show!

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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A superb example of the scarce Rubberized M3 Medical Bag (Instrument and Supply Set No. 3). Manufactured by Eastern Canvas Products Inc., this waterproof variation was standard issue during the Korean War and early Vietnam era. Unlike many surviving examples, the rubberized fabric on this bag is supple and free of dry rot, and all zippers are fully functional. The kit comes loaded with vintage medical supplies, including boxed muslin bandages, Johnson & Johnson gauze, and a highly collectible glass bottle of Norwich Aspirin. Disclaimer: All contents are expired and sold for display/collectible purposes only.

Authentic jungle gear with serious character! Up for sale is an original US Army M-1956 canvas cover for the standard 1-quart canteen. This is the highly desirable early variant featuring the all-cotton edge binding (later models switched to nylon to prevent fraying). The cover boasts an amazing "salty" combat patina, perfectly faded by the sun and field use, yet remains fully functional. The perfect addition to any early Vietnam War impression or collection.