U.S. Marine Corps Unit Insignia in Vietnam 1961-1975 | Schiffer Book | Photo Reference

Veteran patch 1 Bn. 52 Inf. Recon Platoon

Rare 1st Pattern OG-107 Sateen Shirt (Type I). Rectangular pocket flaps. Dated 1962. Full color Sergeant First Class insignia. Size Medium (Chest 37-41"). Authentic vintage condition..

Unused M1956 braces from 1973. The inner side is not cotton but nylon. Size Large.

The legendary "All American" paratroopers! Up for sale is a genuine, Vietnam War-era 2-piece shoulder patch for the 82nd Airborne Division. This is the tactical subdued version (OD/Black) featuring the classic "AA" square shield and a separate "AIRBORNE" tab. The period-correct flat "cut-edge" border, along with an unsealed reverse showing classic white bobbin threads, confirms it as a 100% authentic, US-made piece from the late 60s. Mint, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition.

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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The insignia of those who saved lives in the jungle! Up for sale is a genuine subdued shoulder patch (SSI) for the 44th Medical Brigade from the Vietnam War era. This is a highly sought-after early combat variant featuring black embroidery on an exposed Olive Drab green twill fabric background with a flat "Cut Edge." The 44th was the headquarters for all medical units in the Vietnam theater. It is in flawless, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition. A must-have, period-correct detail for any 1966-1968 jungle fatigue build.

An authentic US Army Special Forces Shoulder Sleeve Insignia. This item is historically significant as it features a Merrowed Edge (thick border) but carries a confirmable Vietnam War date. The original box label identifies the contract as DSA 100-67-C-1365 (Fiscal Year 1967), manufactured by Shalhoub Bros. This serves as definitive proof that merrowed edge patches were produced and issued during the late stages of the Vietnam War.

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.

Authentic gear from the early days of the Vietnam conflict! Up for sale is a genuine cotton canvas M-1956 entrenching tool carrier. This specific piece features a beautifully legible military contract stamp on the back dating it clearly to 1962. It is in quite nice, lightly used condition with a great vintage patina. Complete with the distinctive leather tabs for securely attaching a bayonet scabbard, and the original steel slide keeper clips for belt mounting. A perfect, period-correct piece for collectors and reenactors!

A true time capsule. Authentic US Military cotton twill khaki garrison cap from the Vietnam War era. Unissued New Old Stock (NOS), still sealed in its original 1968 factory packaging. Manufactured by Metz of California. Size 6 5/8 (53 cm). Perfect for display.

Feed the Pig! Up for sale is a fantastic, genuine Vietnam War-era US Military M19A1 ammunition can. This classic steel box features incredibly well-preserved original yellow stenciling from 1968. It originally held 200 rounds of 7.62mm linked ammunition for the iconic M60 machine gun. The stencils clearly detail the 4-to-1 Ball/Tracer mix and identify the Twin Cities Ordnance Plant (TW 68). The can is used but in great, fully functional condition with its rubber gasket intact and a beautiful authentic patina.

Essential gear for a Vietnam-era Marine! Up for sale is a genuine M1961 canvas magazine pouch, designed to hold a single 20-round magazine for the legendary M-14 rifle. This load-bearing system was developed exclusively for the United States Marine Corps (USMC) and was worn during the early, intense battles of the Vietnam War before the widespread adoption of the M-16. The pouch is in used condition with authentic field patina, fully functional snaps, and the classic bottom grommets. Price is for 1 piece.