Reference Guides

Headwear of the Vietnam War

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A page dedicated to showcasing our curated archive of Vietnam War-era headwear, encompassing boonies, caps, berets, and helmets. This gallery serves as a freely accessible public resource intended for reference, study, and the preservation of the diverse headgear used during the Vietnam War.

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The Ultimate Visual Buyers Guide to the M65 Field Jacket

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Since its initial development in the mid-60s, numerous minor updates to the design have taken place. While these changes bear little improvement to the practicality or ‘look’ of the M65, they can serve collectors and military hobbyists who wish to identify when their jacket was produced. While contract labels will always offer an exact two digit date code, if the labels are missing, one may use these particular nuances to their advantage.

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