Rare USMC M-1951 Parka Set – C. W. Bn. (Cold Weather Battalion) – 1951 Dated

Rare 1950s Shoulder Sleeve Insignia for the 508th Airborne Regimental Combat Team. Two-piece set (Patch + Airborne Tab). Authentic "Cut Edge" construction with "Snowy Back". Unissued condition.

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.

Rustic wooden wall plaque featuring the 3rd Armored Division insignia. Hand-painted relief emblem with "SPEARHEAD" tab. Size approx. 14x17 cm. Likely a German-made souvenir from the Cold War 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 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 scarce finding: M9A1 Gas Mask in absolute Mint/Unissued condition. Complete with rare cardboard face formers, original lacing, M11 carrier, and accessories.

A superb example of the WWII Cattaraugus 225Q Knife, often referred to as the "Quartermaster" knife. Built heavier and stronger than the standard Ka-Bar, the 225Q was favored by commando units for its durability. It features a thick 6-inch blade clearly stamped Cattaraugus 225Q and a stacked leather washer handle. The signature feature is the heavy, waffle-patterned steel pommel, designed to be used as a hammer for opening crates. Comes with a period leather sheath.

An authentic pair of World War II U.S. Military winter drawers (long underwear). Constructed from a heavy, warm ribbed knit. These classic long johns feature a reinforced cotton muslin waistband with a 3-button fly and rear metal eyelets for lace adjustment. In pristine, unissued New Old Stock (NOS) condition. An essential, often-missing layer for any Battle of the Bulge / winter GI display. Estimated Size Small..

Extremely rare genuine United States Marine Corps Winter Service trousers. Interwar/early WWII era. Heavyweight Forest Green wool. Named to marine "W.J. PAFF". Very small historical size 1-S. Collector's condition with minor moth nips.

Genuine World War II Tropical Combat Boots (Pacific Theater). Rare "GR-S" marked soles. Size 8R. Good condition. Fitted with original vintage laces (short type for lower boots).

A true battle veteran with a unique story! Up for sale is a genuine US WWI ammunition pouch for Colt 1911 pistol magazines, dated 1918 (made by L.C.C. & CO.). This piece features a fantastic, unusual field modification/repair: A rugged, hand-sewn canvas band, made of contrasting white/natural material, has been added around the mouth of the pouch to reinforce the opening. This modification, likely performed in the field during WWII, makes this a 100% unique item with incredible provenance. In well-used, "salty" combat-condition.

Detailed pictorial guide to Wehrmacht uniforms. Authors Cardona & Sanchez. Czech language edition. Excellent reference photos of stamps and markings. Condition: New.