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60s Vietnam War Vintage CIDG Splotch (SPL) Tigerstripe Shirt - X-Small

Regular price £450.00

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Circa. 1960s

100% Lightweight selvedge cotton

A particularly rare and striking tigerstripe pattern known as 'Splotch' (SPL) with the Johnson nomenclature, otherwise known as the 'CIDG' or 'Coarse' pattern by some collectors. Introduced in 1969, this pattern was mostly issued to irregular indigenous forces alongside the Native & American advisors who trained them under the CIDG program.

Excellent condition with minor signs of real wear - All buttons are present. Strong colours. Lightly starched

Flat garment measurements in inches:
Chest: 36" (18" P2P) 
Length: 26" 
Arm: 22" 
Shoulder: 18"

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Learn more about Vietnam War-era tigerstripe patterns and their development in our article 'Tigerstripe Swatches'