Uniforms and Equipment of U.S. Military Advisors in Vietnam

Genuine Vietnam War era "Reel, Taped Barbed". Two coils in original carton. Contract DSA 700-69-C-1240 (1969). Flat razor-style wire. Unissued NOS. (152 chars)

Short Description: A rare piece of combat engineer field gear: A complete set of two "Reel, Taped Barbed" coils in their original cardboard dispenser box. This is the flat, razor-sharp barbed tape used for perimeter defense and booby traps during the Vietnam War. The box features clear stencil markings with contract DSA 700-69-C-1240, dating it precisely to 1969. Condition is NOS (New Old Stock) – clean and uncorroded.

A highly collectible, named US Army ERDL Jungle Jacket with outstanding provenance. This jacket comes from the estate of a Special Forces (Green Beret) soldier named Norton, whose service spanned from Vietnam to the 90s. It features original, period-applied insignia: Special Forces SSI with Airborne Tab, "NORTON" and "U.S. ARMY" tapes, and embroidered collar rank/branch (Infantry). The jacket is in "Salty" / Combat Used condition, featuring honest wear, fraying on the collar, and holes in the sleeves, giving it an undeniable "been there" character. Fits like a Medium-Regular.

A fantastic collector's piece from the late Vietnam War era: US Navy Inflatable Life Preserver, specification MIL-L-21047 (SHIPS). The stencil clearly dates the manufacture to APRIL 1973. Unlike many surplus vests, this one is in very nice, lightly used condition with vibrant markings and supple fabric. Comes complete with 4 CO2 cylinders installed.

Unused Survival Cards for South East Asia GTA 21-7-1. Issued in April 1968. Reprinted in 1987.

Complete US Marine Corps M1941 Pack System (Upper Haversack + Lower Knapsack). Rare 1965 dated production (DSA contract) for Vietnam service. Mint / New Old Stock condition.

Genuine 1970 Vietnam era OG-107 shirt named to BROSS. Features subdued 101st Airborne shoulder insignia and a rare Army Security Agency (ASA) combat patch. Size 14 ½ x 31 (Small).

Genuine US M7 Bayonet manufactured by Conetta in unissued/mint condition. Paired with a used vintage M8A1 scabbard by PWH. Authentic Vietnam War era set.

Rare US Marine Corps reversible camouflage shelter half (Mitchell / Leaf & Cloud pattern). Dated March 1953. Made by Stein Bro. Mfg. Co. Excellent color retention, minor pinholes.

Genuine 1970 dated Rip-Stop Jungle Jacket. Features 101st Airborne Division patch (merrowed edge), Senior Army Aviator wings, and nylon name tapes. Size Medium-Short..

Genuine 1970 Vietnam Era M-65 Jacket. So-Sew Styles contract. Aluminum zippers. Exterior is Mint/NOS condition. Interior liner has a storage stain. Size Medium-Regular.

Genuine US Military K-9 Leash from the Vietnam War era. Heavy-duty OD Green cotton webbing. Solid bronze/brass swivel snap hook. Unissued / New Old Stock condition.

A prime example of the US Army "Rucksack, Tropical", the definitive pack of the Vietnam War. Dated 1968 (DSA 100-68-C-2782). Unlike the later ALICE pack, this features the distinctive spring-steel "X-Frame" to keep the load off the soldier's back in humid conditions. The nylon is in excellent condition with vibrant color. Includes two original utility lash straps. Note: One metal eyelet is missing from a side attachment tab.