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

An exceptional, complete US Marine Corps Dress Blue uniform set dated 1956. Includes the tunic (badged to a Sergeant with 8 years of service, complete with golden EGA collar brass) and the matching NCO trousers featuring the red "Blood Stripe". Tunic is a very small size (approx XS long), while the trousers are stamped 34 35 (approx 34" waist). Museum-quality condition.

A highly collectible "Unit Marked" M1 Helmet Liner manufactured by CAPAC Manufacturing Co. Issued to a trooper of the 11th Airborne Division ("The Angels"). Features the distinctive division insignia on the side. The CAPAC marking typically dates this liner to the early 1950s (Korean War contracts), making it a historically accurate piece for the era.

Genuine vintage Shoulder Sleeve Insignia for the Southern European Task Force (SETAF). Early Cold War "Cut Edge" construction. Features the Winged Lion of St. Mark on a tricolor shield. Authentic US Army surplus.

Genuine US Army M-1947 Overcoat Parka. Complete with a near-mint Pile Liner. Features a heavy-duty Talon zipper and period-correct leather reinforcement on sleeve cuffs. Size marked Small (fits like modern Large). Very good vintage condition with minor field repairs.

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.

Korean War era original (1950s). Model M-1951 in NOS condition. Heavyweight Wool/Cotton blend, vintage aluminum zipper. Size Large-Regular.

The definitive reference guide for WWII "Theater Made" edged weapons. Written by Bill & Debbie Wright. Published by Schiffer. Packed with photos of rare knives. Condition: New / Unused.

An authentic World War II era U.S. Navy Mark 1 utility knife manufactured by Colonial Knife Co. Features the distinct, rot-resistant black "Tenite" plastic handle issued for the Pacific theater. Complete with its original fiberglass/resin scabbard by BM Co. Exhibits honest field wear, sharpening, and a deep vintage patina.

Extremely rare US M3 Fighting Knife by Robeson Cutlery. Early "Blade Marked" variant. One of only 36,575 units produced (approx. 1.4% of total M3 production). Complete with original 1943 M6 leather scabbard. A true collector's grail.

Rare World War II era US Marine Corps Dress Blue wool trousers. Junior enlisted version (no stripe). Features the classic button fly and heavy white cotton inner waistband lining indicative of 1940s production. Stamped with old Corps size 4L (approx 30.5" / 78cm waist). Authentic piece of USMC history.

Rare World War II US Marine Corps Shooting Jacket. Sage green HBT fabric. Features quilted recoil pads on shoulders and elbows. Excellent vintage condition. Size Medium.

A prime artifact for US Airborne collectors! Up for sale is an original US Army M1 helmet liner manufactured by Firestone. Originally an infantry liner, it underwent an official factory-level conversion into an M1C Airborne liner (Late WWII / Korean War era). While widely known in the collecting community as "Rigger modified," this is a certified factory retrofit with 'A' straps professionally installed under the A-washers. It is beautifully personalized with the hand-painted name "HERMAN CURRY" and ASN.