Duck Hunter Overalls

Unused Jungle Boots with Panama sole. Size 12R. Year of manufacture 1968.

Unused US warm sleep shirt. Size Medium. Contract DSA 100-69-C-0610.

Used MACV patch—design with a thin edge.

Unused 5qt water bag. Contract 1968.

Unused Waterproof Backpack Bag, Waterproof, Clothing. Date of manufacture 1967 and 1968.

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

Unused M65 trousers. Waist size 126cm, leg length from waist 119cm, leg length from crotch 82cm.

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