Experimental 10th Mountain Div Patch Set – Korean War Era – Rare Prototypes

A museum-grade find: The Experimental Field Cargo Pack (Buttpack) from the 1954 EX-54 trials. This rare prototype is the direct forefather of the iconic M-1956 buttpack used in Vietnam. Produced in limited numbers for field testing, it features unique construction details and hardware distinctive to the 1954 experimental series.

Genuine US Army wool mummy sleeping bag. Designed as the inner liner for the M-1949 Mountain system. Center zipper. Condition: Used, with moth holes and a tear. Repair project.

A distinctive variation of the standard M1943 Entrenching Tool. This shovel features the "JAPAN Z" stamping on the blade, indicating it was manufactured in Japan for US forces during the Post-WWII Occupation or the Korean War (1950-1953) to support logistics in the Pacific theater. It comes paired with a correct period USMC style canvas carrier. A great piece for collectors of Korean War memorabilia.

A vintage shoulder sleeve insignia for the 503rd Parachute Infantry Regiment (503rd PIR), featuring their famous moniker "THE ROCK" earning during the WWII jump on Corregidor. Based on the construction (Merrowed Edge) and materials (Cotton threads that do not glow under UV light), this patch dates to the Post-War era (1950s or 1960s). It is typically found on reunion jackets or occupation-era uniforms.

Rare Extra Large (XL) vintage US Marine Corps winter drawers. Model M-1950. Dated November 7, 1951 (Korean War era). Made by E-Z Mills, Inc. 50% Wool / 50% Cotton blend. Stamped "USMC DEP'T OF SUPPLIES". Mint / Unissued condition.

Authentic 1966 US Marine Corps Cotton Sateen Utility Shirt. Features black stencil USMC & EGA on pocket plus name stencil. Contract DSA-100-609. Size 14 1/2 x 33 (Small-Long). Nice vintage condition..

A genuine World War II era U.S. Army Signal Corps visual communication flag kit. Used for semaphore or wig-wag signalling on the battlefield. The set includes the original printed canvas carrying case, two wooden poles, and two red/white diagonally split flags. Unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition, though the white fabric shows typical age-related storage stains (foxing).

A classic piece of WWII aviation survival gear: The US Navy Mark 1 Survival Knife, famously nicknamed the "Giant Jackknife" due to its massive 6-inch closed length. Manufactured by COLONIAL PROV. R.I., this knife was issued to pilots and aircrew as part of the C-1 Survival Vest. It features a large clip-point blade and a rugged saw blade specifically designed to cut through Plexiglas canopies or aircraft aluminum skin. The knife is in nice vintage condition.

Guaranteed original World War II era Shoulder Sleeve Insignia of the 9th Infantry Division ("Old Reliables"). Classic octofoil design. Features correct WWII "Cut Edge" construction and white "Snowy Back" reverse. Excellent vintage condition..

Authentic 3-piece Hard Maple cleaning rod for shotguns. High-quality vintage tool in original graphic box, manufactured in Wisconsin.

An authentic mid-century vintage hunting/utility knife by the legendary Ka-Bar brand (Olean, N.Y.). This 1940s commercial model features a 6-inch polished blade, a stacked leather handle with distinct brown plastic spacers, and its original leather scabbard. Knives like this were popular private purchase items for GIs during WWII. Honest field-used condition.

A rare, unissued World War II era U.S. Navy Binocular Blinker (Tube Type, Spec. 17B15). This specialized signaling device was designed to mount directly onto standard issue 6x30 and 7x50 binoculars for secure, directional Morse code communication between ships. Comes in its original cardboard box with printed instructions. Sold as an untested display collectible.