M1 liner 104th Cavalry Regiment

A "Holy Grail" item for Vietnam War and Special Operations collectors: The original "Preliminary Operator's and Organizational Maintenance Manual" for the STONER 63A (5.56mm Light Machinegun, Belt Fed). Published directly by the manufacturer, Cadillac Gage Company, this represents a rare piece of history associated almost exclusively with US Navy SEALs and elite units in Southeast Asia. The manual features intricate technical diagrams of the trigger group, receiver, and field stripping procedures.

Rare "Sage Green" Cotton Sateen field shirt. Contracted by Marine Corps Supply Activity but features "ghost marks" of removed USAF rank insignia. Size 15/33. Unique cross-branch item.

Short Description: An original piece of diving history. The legendary floating AquaSharp knife by U.S. Divers. A vintage collectible from the mid-20th century in used, but very good condition.

Product Description: This knife is a true icon from the golden age of scuba diving. Produced in the 1950s and 60s, the AquaSharp was designed with a specific floating handle (wood/cork composition) to ensure it wouldn't sink if dropped underwater.

It serves as a perfect addition for vintage gear collectors or as a unique display piece. The knife comes with its original sheath, featuring the classic leather belt loop and plastic tip protector.

Specifications:

• Brand: U.S. Divers (Aqua-Lung)

• Model: AquaSharp Floating Diver’s Knife

• Era: 1950s – 1960s

• Handle: Floating design, high-visibility yellow/lacquer finish.

• Sheath: Original vintage sheath included (Leather/Plastic combo).

Condition: Used – Very Good Condition. This item has been well-preserved. Unlike many surviving examples that show heavy saltwater corrosion, this knife is in great shape. The handle retains its color and finish, and the blade shows only minor signs of age typical for a vintage item. A beautiful collector's piece.

The definitive guidebook for the US Army Special Forces during the height of the Vietnam War. This original FM 31-21 Special Forces Operations manual is dated June 3, 1965. It outlines the core doctrine of the Green Berets, focusing on Unconventional Warfare (UW), counter-insurgency, and the organization of Guerrilla Warfare behind enemy lines. A vital resource for historians and reenactors.

Very nice liner for M-65 jacket from 1969 - contract DSA 100-69-C-2489.. Liner has double seams. Liner is in used but nice condition.

This T61-5 body armor, officially designated MIL-A-43197, represents a fascinating chapter in military equipment history. Developed in the mid-1960s, the T61-5 was designed to be a more ergonomic and flexible successor to the older M1952A model. Its innovative construction featured over 100 individual titanium plates, intended to provide superior protection and comfort.

Although it officially became the U.S. Army's standard-issue vest "on paper" in 1965, it never saw widespread adoption in reality. With the escalation of the Vietnam War, the T61-5 proved too expensive and complex to manufacture for mass deployment. The Army instead opted for a simpler, cheaper, updated version of the M1952A (the "3/4 collar" model).

Despite being an Army design, the T61-5 found its primary use elsewhere. It became characteristic equipment for the U.S. Navy's "Brown Water Navy" units operating in the rivers and coastal areas of Vietnam from 1966 onwards. It was also used by some U.S. Army mechanized infantry, armor, and armored cavalry units between 1969-1971.

Key Features:

• Official Designation: MIL-A-43197

• Common Name: T61-5 Composite Armor

• Standard Publication Date: Feb. 10, 1964

• Construction: Composite material with over 100 titanium plates

• Historical Status: Superseded, cancelled in 1972 with no direct replacement

• Primary Users: US Navy ("Brown Water Navy"), US Army mechanized units in Vietnam

This vest is an exceptional and rare collector's item, documenting the push for innovation in personal protection during one of the most significant conflicts of the 20th century.

A highly elusive piece for the advanced M7 collector: The US M7 Bayonet manufactured by FZR (Fraser Manufacturing Corp.). Fraser is considered one of the rarest Vietnam-era contractors, having produced only an estimated 40,000 units across two contracts in 1971 and 1972. Finding one in this condition is exceptional. The crossguard is stamped "M7 FZR". Paired with a correct period M8A1 scabbard by TWB.

A highly desirable Technical Manual (TM 9-1005-249-14) dated August 1966. This manual is a treasure trove for early Vietnam War collectors. It covers the maintenance and repair of the M16 and XM16E1 rifles, but its primary value lies in the inclusion of the XM148 40mm Grenade Launcher. The XM148 was an experimental, failure-prone predecessor to the M203, used briefly by US Special Forces. Original documentation for the XM148 is extremely scarce.

Museum-grade K-2B Flight Suit. 11th Air Assault Division (Test) patch (1963-65). MACV Combat patch. Named to CPT Gale. The birth of Air Cavalry history.

Rare original propaganda booklet from the Democratic Republic of Vietnam (North Vietnam). Titled "U.S. Planes Downed Over North Vietnam". Contains stamps depicting anti-aircraft victories. Iconic POW cover image.

Used LIFE PRESERVER YOKE inflatable vest. Year of manufacture: 1961. One snap fastener from the packaging is broken.

Rare early buttstock for M16/XM16E1 rifles (Vietnam War era). "Type D" model with a solid rubber buttpad and no cleaning kit compartment. Good used condition, no cracks..