Nov 27, 2023 · MEMBER. 2,489. Location: Ohio. #1. Posted November 27. I had helped close my Aunt's estate 2 years ago (she was 94). Brought a few family pieces home and some was still boxed up till this weekend. I opened this small box and was surprised to find some of my Grandfathers uniform insignia. He was a 2Lt in the Army during WW1.All Activity. Home. MEDALS, SHOULDER SLEEVE & METAL INSIGNIA. SHOULDER SLEEVE INSIGNIA & PATCHES. ARMY AND USAAF. Logging In to USMF …NAVY, COAST GUARD AND OTHER SEA SERVICES. For NAVY & COAST GUARD ranks & rates. 11.4k. posts. (1886-2008) Mustang Guy's Navy Rate Collection. By navyman, February 7. In the 1950's it's probably a US ARMY contract number since they were tasked with buying clothing for all services after teh formation of DOD and before the Defense Supply agency got going. N140 contracts are usually WWII-era contracts. The WWII contracts (1942 and after) all had the NX prefix from what I have seen.May 15, 2017 · 7th Fighter Squadron 49th Fighter Group 5th AAF CBI | 7fg 49fg 5aaf CBI"Screamin' Demons" LINEAGE. Constituted 7th Pursuit Squadron (Interceptor) on 20 Nov 1940. Activated on 15 Jan 1941. …Ebay item #291395259296. This knife has sold for $380. We need to do a group study for the new guys. Things to look at. Guard markings, Case stamped the guard horizontal from the bottom of the blade down. Not sideways! Have never seen one stamped this way. Also, the pommel is pinned, have never seen a pinned pommel on a Case M3.UBB.threads Forums General Militaria United States Militaria. …. American Servicemen - What weapon were you qualified in ? WWII Knife? Lets see …I've had the uniform for a little more than a year now. I don't believe any of the 4 crew members are still living. I've been able to locate families of two fellows (one on the left and on the right). What's interesting is that they both had the same identical "4 man crew" photo. The image I post...Info on XQ-6, XQ-9, and XQ-11 target done proposals. Vahe Demirjian posted a topic in MILITARY AIRCRAFT & AVIATION. I recently happened to notice that a Radioplane company designation list describes the RP-63 and RP-73 as proposals for the 1950s XQ-6 and XQ-9 programs respectively, whereas a 1974 McDonnell project list mentions the McDonnell ... Mar 3, 2014 · This parka has the black lining and the exposed snaps on the pockets and wind flap. Essentially the same features as the RAVEN. This goretex rain gear was considered state of the art when it was fielded in the 1980s esp when you consider most conventional troops were lucky to be issued the "gumby" rain parka.Members can post any items related to US Militaria and also ask any questions they may have about US militaria.Sep 17, 2021 · Greetings all. Ive been in touch with the author of "A Personal War In Vietnam" by Robert Lopez Flynn. syanopis of A Personal War in Vietnam. From Amazon Like no other war, the Vietnam War was marked by the involvement of the mass media. The war exploded daily on the evening news and weekly in th...May 18, 2022 · 7th Fighter Squadron (Provisional) | 3rd Fighter Group (Provisional) | Chinese American Composite Wing | Tentative identification The orange insignia shown below is tentatively identified as a second design based on the attribution on "Wings of Heroes", supported by other sources confirming the p...Oct 6, 2019 · Contact Us; Cookies; US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Powered by Invision Community. Some examples of relationship marketing are sending birthday cards to clients, offering reward plans to customers and creating web pages and forums for clients to find the answers ...Militaria of the United States of America. There are currently 725 users online. 0 members and 725 guests.. Most users ever online was 8,717 at 11:48 PM on 01-11-2024.Operation Gothic Serpent was an operation carried out by Special Operations Forces from the 22nd of August 1993 to the 13th of October 1993, the objective was to capture Muhammad Farrah Aidid and …In today’s digital age, discussion forum websites have become an integral part of online communities. These platforms provide a space for individuals to connect, share ideas, and e...Feb 21, 2013 · Here's what the Navy regs say: 2. Fleet Marine Force Combat Operation Insignia. Navy personnel who have been attached to a Fleet Marine Force Unit in active combat with an armed enemy beginning with World War II are authorized to wear a 1/8 inch bronze miniature Marine Corps emblem centered on the suspension ribbon of the World …Aug 20, 2008 · Wartime manufactured 3rd Pattern M1910 First Aid Dressing Pouch. The M1910 pouches were made by different manufacturers and mass produced for the First World War from 1917-1918. Wartime …Aug 21, 2021 · The earlier Colt marked M7s were included with the rifles, so there was not a specific contract for the bayonet itself. The Milpar M7 will have a 90 degree back cut, but it can be a "near 90" back cut. SEE PHOTO BELOW. Their first year production had a sideways "V" on the pommel.Aug 10, 2008 · 1954-1975 US MARINE VNMC ADVISOR TIGER STRIPE UNIFORM PATTERNS AND REFERENCE 1 2. By whittond, ... Contact Us; Cookies; US MILITARIA FORUM ... 1 day ago · Not sure if I should have put this in the edge weapon section but technically these aren't weapons so I put it in the field and personal gear section. Anyway, I was wondering if someone could help me dated these 2 marine corps utility knives. Join the community of collectors and enthusiasts who share their knowledge and experiences on various types of U.S. rifles, from semi-automatics to bolt actions, …Jun 26, 2008 · A Group of Americans Dashed for the river instead of being taken prisoners, at this point the 2 MG42's opened up on the retreating Americans and decimated them. At around 3:00 PM two US army Chaplains boldly walked in the Meadows of Seves Island with White Flags to collect the dead. For for US Marine Corps EGA / EG&A / Eagle, Globe, and Anchor emblems from all periods. ⭐ In Memory of Gary Mohrlang ⭐Mar 10, 2007 · Most collectors are familiar with the US Army Mission to Moscow patch. However, there is one that was made for collectors c. 1945 and one that was worn. The fully embroidered patch on the right with the wide white borders is the made for colleoctrs patch; the one on the left, with narrow letters and a narrow border, with an eagle that looks ... In the 1950's it's probably a US ARMY contract number since they were tasked with buying clothing for all services after teh formation of DOD and before the Defense Supply agency got going. N140 contracts are usually WWII-era contracts. The WWII contracts (1942 and after) all had the NX prefix from what I have seen.Jul 18, 2007 · Armor personnel at Fort Knox, Ky., wore the traditional British black beret, while U.S. armored cavalry regiments in Germany wore the black beret with a red and white oval. Troops of the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, N.C., started wearing the maroon beret in 1973, while at Fort Campbell, Ky., the trend exploded, with post personnel ...Sep 25, 2013 · Another potential source of confusion for M1 helmet collectors are the copies of the US Type 1 (" M-44") camo net used by the Scandinavian armies. They are very similar to the US original but, on closer inspection, there are differences in the weave and colour etc. Such nets are frequently sold as "US originals" on the likes of eBay, so be warned! On 9/21/2018 at 12:34 PM, 32sbct said: My brother went through USMC boot camp at Parris Island SC from August-Dec 1977. He was issued two green dominant slant pocket uniforms and two what he called "green sateen" OG 107 uniforms. I don't remember seeing any of the Marines in his company wearing the brown dominant ones.Jun 24, 2009 · pump 150. I have quite a few of these post World War II M-1's with with the "M" prefix. Most have the green hardware made during the 1950's and I believe these are from the 1951-1958 run of production when McCord was the sole producer. They have the sand texture and are a darker olive drab than the 1960's 10y color.Dec 24, 2018 · Posted December 24, 2018. The US Militaria Forum (USMF) has an 11 year head start on our new World Militaria Forum (WMF), and therefore has quite a lot of information. A long time ago, we decided it was permissible to include topics on the USMF for uniforms, badges and equipment of allied forces if they could have also been used by US Forces. Nov 2, 2023 · They are also sized smaller to fit most of the older uniforms. Starting from the head, he is wearing an M1938 helmet with correct R14 headphone receivers and Polaroid 1021 goggles. Resistols were also used, but I opted for Polaroids as most tankers arriving in late war were issued those.Apr 30, 2011 · IN MEMORIAM. 29,922. Location: Wales, U.K. #2. Posted April 30, 2011. This has been discussed many times on the forum and different opinions have been expressed with regard to the most effective methods. The cork granules need to be very fine in order to mix with the paint. If they're too coarse they'll give the impression of sitting "on" the ...US MARINE photo lot from 1920's thru 1940 By 1st Sgt CES, January 18. 8 replies; 309 views; P-40Warhawk January 22; Battleship medals By aactionjim, January 22. 0 ... Contact Us; Cookies; US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Powered by Invision Community.Jul 25, 2008 · HELMET BELONGING TO SILVER STAR AWARDED XO (EXECUTIVE OFFICER) UDT-13 DURING WWII "FORT PIERCE MAN". For any model/style of helmet used by the US Navy, US Coast Guard and/or other Sea Services involved with the US military. This includes (but is not limited to) M1917s, M1s, Kevlar, Modern Composite, etc. Feb 13, 2017 · Once this is done, its time to clamp it back up in the vise & install the last washer & pommel. Add a dab of glue, slide the last washer on, then slip the pommel on & re peen. Put some tape on the guard & pommel edges & carefully sand/shape the thinner washers installed on the ends until you are happy with the shape.Aug 8, 2007 · Garments made by the company in this pattern and cut from 1960 through to 1964 will all possess this RN number and it will be found on the tag sewn to the garment. These garments are of the 2nd type produced by the company, i have a set of the 1st variant also. The maker code from where the name originates.Jan 11, 2011 · 2,017. Location: West Virginia, USA. #7. Posted January 11, 2011. This is a Knife, Combat, Sheathed Specification MIL-K-20277 as manufactured by the Camillus Cutlery Company between 1962 when they began supplying them on contract to the military until February 1974 when the N.Y. was dropped from the marking line.Jan 12, 2007 · In the 1950's it's probably a US ARMY contract number since they were tasked with buying clothing for all services after teh formation of DOD and before the Defense Supply agency got going. N140 contracts are usually WWII-era contracts. The WWII contracts (1942 and after) all had the NX prefix from what I have seen. Browse the latest posts from U.S. militaria collectors who share their finds, tips and insights on various topics, such as WWII, Vietnam, Korean War, PTO, and more. See photos of rare and interesting items, such as sniper suits, translators, armor, medals, and swords. USA units that used the M4A1E8 Sherman By elvis3006, October 23, 2023. 0 replies; 477 views; elvis3006 October 23, 2023; Got an M3 Lee Tank donated to ... Contact Us; Cookies; US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Powered by Invision Community.May 1, 2016 · The markings on the bayonet for Wilde Tool are faint but readable, and the name “J T Owen” and the town “Geneva, O” are scratched on the side opposite the maker’s marks. Geneva, Ohio is just a few miles from Lake Erie and I’m assuming that James T. Owen was in the Navy based on the anchor on the sheath and the relation between the ...Sep 25, 2008 · The serial numbers for both our M1905's falls into the range of bayonets made at RIA in 1918 which is 305,211 to 410,543 or about half the total ever manufactured at RIA. Only about 7000 were made at RIA in 1919, so the rest of their production (88,000 approx.) was made from 1906 to 1912.Posted February 1, 2018. WWII Paratrooper uniform modified by sewing extra pockets to the sleeves. Sometimes unforms are modified by moving the pockets around on a uniform so it will have 4 pockets. Sometimes they are taken from a donor uniform so it will have 6.13 hours ago · Moderator's Guide. Advertisers. FAQs. Donate. All I was told was the whole box of stuff came out of a storage unit a couple years ago, I asked if there was any other military in the unit and they remembered there being a uniform and that’s it. Tell me what you think, did I hit a $1 home run? Some examples of relationship marketing are sending birthday cards to clients, offering reward plans to customers and creating web pages and forums for clients to find the answers ...Jan 12, 2007 · In the 1950's it's probably a US ARMY contract number since they were tasked with buying clothing for all services after teh formation of DOD and before the Defense Supply agency got going. N140 contracts are usually WWII-era contracts. The WWII contracts (1942 and after) all had the NX prefix from what I have seen. Sep 10, 2021 · 1,251. Location: Maryland. #14. Posted September 16, 2021. On 9/9/2021 at 10:41 PM, srahimian24 said: Hello all, Need some help finding a jacket, I am looking for an ETO jacket worn by US forces (the first pattern made in Britain) in a size 40 or 42. Where on earth do I look to find one, original ones seem at least to be very hard to find.Aug 20, 2014 · This is a whole sub-section of M1902 Saber collecting. The US M1902 Army Officer Saber has been used by ROTC and Military Academy students since its adoption. During WWII the sword was not worn by Regular Army Officers, they were to wear pistols, but it continued to be authorized for ROTC and MA students.Sep 23, 2011 · A division Pathfinder School, under Captain Frank Lillyman, was established in Nottingham, England before D-Day. Volunteers from all regiments and some battalions of the division trained there, to learn how to signal incoming formations of troop-carrying planes, using radar, lights, smoke pots,'biscuit guns', and other devices. Aug 20, 2014 · This is a whole sub-section of M1902 Saber collecting. The US M1902 Army Officer Saber has been used by ROTC and Military Academy students since its adoption. During WWII the sword was not worn by Regular Army Officers, they were to wear pistols, but it continued to be authorized for ROTC and MA students.Aug 15, 2014 · CLOTHING & GEAR. FIELD & PERSONAL GEAR SECTION. BODY ARMOR. USMC M1955 Flak jacket. Hi everyone I just wanted to share my latest item I acquired on ebay, perhaps some of you saw it listed. Anyone venture a date when this was made, Vietnam, post Vietnam ? It is a 2nd pattern flak jacket.WALIKA'S WWII ARMY AIR FORCES RELATED PATCHES. Walika's WWII Army Air Forces Related Patches ( Squadrons, Groups, Base Units, etc). 1.1k. posts. 367th, 368th, 369th and 423rd Bombardment Squadrons | 306th Bombardment Group | Eighth Air Force. By ragpick, Sunday at 11:50 PM. Sort By. US Militaria Forum is hosted by a US company and its owners are located in the US. Therefore, we are fully governed by the laws of the United States. Under Title 18 United States Code Sec. 1001 (another section deals with buying), it is basically illegal to buy, sell, and/or trade the Medal of Honor medal, ribbon, button, or rosette.The World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland is a whos-who of political, business and entertainment leaders. Watch out video to get the inside scoop on all the things you didn...Jul 25, 2008 · HELMET BELONGING TO SILVER STAR AWARDED XO (EXECUTIVE OFFICER) UDT-13 DURING WWII "FORT PIERCE MAN". For any model/style of helmet used by the US Navy, US Coast Guard and/or other Sea Services involved with the US military. This includes (but is not limited to) M1917s, M1s, Kevlar, Modern Composite, etc.Jun 8, 2013 · They were produced and designed in 1945 as the M-1 Carbine belt, then reintroduced as the M61 M-14 belt. Earlier M36 models with the pop metal buckles and domed snaps were indeed manufactured in 1945 but saw very limited use if any in WWII. Probably saw use in the KW but limited numbers were produced before the end of WWII.Nov 2, 2023 · They are also sized smaller to fit most of the older uniforms. Starting from the head, he is wearing an M1938 helmet with correct R14 headphone receivers and Polaroid 1021 goggles. Resistols were also used, but I opted for Polaroids as most tankers arriving in late war were issued those.Aug 23, 2013 · In 1937, a new design of collar disk was adopted, a two piece disk of solid brass with organizations device on a plain pattern-less background. Classified as Type III, these disks were used from 1937 until about 1944. Type III collar disks can be found with both screw post fastener and clutch fastener systems.13 hours ago · Moderator's Guide. Advertisers. FAQs. Donate. All I was told was the whole box of stuff came out of a storage unit a couple years ago, I asked if there was any other military in the unit and they remembered there being a uniform and that’s it. Tell me what you think, did I hit a $1 home run? Members can post any items related to US Militaria and also ask any questions they may have about US militaria.Aug 3, 2022 · Here is a compilation of info and comments gleaned from the M1911 Forum regarding Colt M1911 magazines (both military contract and commercial): COLT M1911 MAGAZINE TYPES & MANUFACTURERS W.W. I era magazine contractors: A - on top lip of base - American Pin Co., Waterbury, Conn. B - on top lip of base - Barnes & Kobert …Page 1 of 49. This section is for posting items, information, pictures, etc. on U.S. military aircraft or military aviation. Jan 5, 2012 · 85. Location: Boulder, Colorado. #1. Posted January 5, 2012. Hi all, I'm interested in learning more about medal rim hallmarks that were apparently prevalent during the 1960s. The goal is two-fold: Document the varieties, and estimate date ranges. I've already learned some useful things from other threads on this forum.Aug 23, 2013 · In 1937, a new design of collar disk was adopted, a two piece disk of solid brass with organizations device on a plain pattern-less background. Classified as Type III, these disks were used from 1937 until about 1944. Type III collar disks can be found with both screw post fastener and clutch fastener systems.The new administrator of cybercrime site BreachForums announced they are shutting down the website after the arrest of the original admin. Last week, the FBI arrested a man alleged...And its definately not US Navy.....the button gives that away.....it was probably a yacht club piece or made for theatrical purposes. Interestingly, I know a old, retired collector who worked in the defenst department insignia chain-of-command for approving designs, and his collection is museum quality with unbelievable test and prototype …Posted April 8, 2018. I picked these up separately. I believe the top is a 1st pattern with vertical button holes and HBT Reinforced snaps. However Ive read contradictory postings on multiple sites about 1st and 2nd pattern P44 trousers. Some say belt loops and 3 pocket snaps before the belt slits and the 4 pocket snaps.Oct 6, 2019 · Contact Us; Cookies; US MILITARIA FORUM - COLLECTORS PRESERVING HISTORY Powered by Invision Community. Badges of Honor. A History & Catalog of the . Star & Indianhead Insignia . as used by the . 2 nd Infantry Division, AEF. Photo No. 01: Almost 100 years after its inception, the 2 nd Division’s distinctive star and Indian head insignia is perhaps the most sought after of all of the shoulder patches used by the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF). ). …I've had the uniform for a little more than a year now. I don't believe any of the 4 crew members are still living. I've been able to locate families of two fellows (one on the left and on the right). What's interesting is that they both had the same identical "4 man crew" photo. The image I post...Apr 12, 2011 · Joint US ROK Vietnam War amphibious operation DEFIANT STAND By Bob Hudson, February 13, 2015. 14 replies; 9.5k ... Contact Us; Cookies; US MILITARIA FORUM ... Feb 13, 2017 · Once this is done, its time to clamp it back up in the vise & install the last washer & pommel. Add a dab of glue, slide the last washer on, then slip the pommel on & re peen. Put some tape on the guard & pommel edges & carefully sand/shape the thinner washers installed on the ends until you are happy with the shape.Posted April 3, 2023. Both helmets beginning exterior stripping. M1 after stripping and pressure wash. Brodie (still a little wet) The helmets were then gone over with steel wool and then washed with 91% IPA and then dish soap to clean the steel wool and rust residue. Both helmets after steel wool and wash.Feb 7, 2018 · 87. Location: USA. #1. Posted February 7, 2018. New book out,, The Model 1918 Mark 1 Trench Knife and Variiations by Greg Aloisio. This is long over due book 306 pages, hard cover (large format). Front Cover. Rear Cover.Aug 7, 2023 · This section includes photographic illustrations and / or information regarding the manufacturer codes and hallmarks seen on various types of U.S. military insignia. IMPORTANT REMINDER... Please start any discussions in the general "HALLMARKS" board. The "Reference" sub-board is compiled information from multiple threads that form a reference ... USS Panay (PR-5), 1928 Yangtze Patrol Gunboat, 1:192 scale resin kit 1 2. By aerialbridge, January 17, 2023. May 23, 2011 · 1,896. Location: Washington state, USA. #1. Posted May 23, 2011. hey everyone, i was wondering what kind of uniforms marines mostly wore in vietnam. this is because i recently got a uniform grouping with a USMC sateen with stencil on it ('58 dated), a short sleeve sateen (dated '63) and a 2nd pattern jungle jacket. the j.j. has the guys last ...Aug 21, 2021 · The earlier Colt marked M7s were included with the rifles, so there was not a specific contract for the bayonet itself. The Milpar M7 will have a 90 degree back cut, but it can be a "near 90" back cut. SEE PHOTO BELOW. Their first year production had a sideways "V" on the pommel.The M1950 field jacket is unique in that it lacks the two inner liner buttons at the collar. It could be USMC except that I've seen photos of a USMC Supply Depot made M1943 field jacket dated 1949-1950 and I own a Depot made M1951 dated 1951-1952. This suggests to me that the Marine Corps never adopted the M1950.UNIFORMS. WW2 Tanker Display. This is my tank crewman in the ETO, a project I've been working on a little over a year now. Everything is original and based off period in-theater photos. It all started when I realized I have all these uniforms and equipment, but no good way to display it.Members can post any items related to US Militaria and also ask any questions they may have about US militaria.US Militaria Forum. Forum board of collectors preserving history & honoring veterans. Includes all kinds of militaria discussion including buying & selling. Military …. US MARINE photo lot from 1920's thru 1940 By 1st Sgt CES, JWinchester Hotchkiss 45-70 Model 1879 US Navy Rifl In the 1950's it's probably a US ARMY contract number since they were tasked with buying clothing for all services after teh formation of DOD and before the Defense Supply agency got going. N140 contracts are usually WWII-era contracts. The WWII contracts (1942 and after) all had the NX prefix from what I have seen. Aug 21, 2021 · The earlier Colt marked M7s were included 4 days ago · I won this today in an auction. First and one and only for me. Better pics when I get it in. .30-06. In the 1950's it's probably a US ARMY co...
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