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I picked up this flashlight hoping it was WWII Era (1939-1945) Any Ideas.. I know the Bayonet is WWII The Ammo looks to be WWII the cleaning...
I've been on a long adventure to identify this coat of possible military origin....
Hi all. I, after many years, have decided to try and find an item that was my father's that symbolized his time in Vietnam. He was a mortarman in the...
I see this item for sale over on Hayes-Otupalik at $200...once again an item I didn't know existed. I suppose RCS has one filled with scotch in his...
No markings except what looks like two small crossed swords on each magazine. Some marking on front flap. Caliber?
Carbine case? SS helmet with bird poop on it? Real Sykes?
Got this pair of boots in a partial trade today. Several stamps inside, one that looks like 'Milwaukee Shoe Co.' Goodyear heels and US soles. I think...
Have a pair of binoculars marked Bausch & Lomb, 30mm. APERT,, 6 power, Mark VII No5479 Of course US Navy. WWI (?) My question is, " On the eye...
What can anyone tell me about this helmet? It looks to be a fresh out of the wood work and an untouched helmet and I picked it up at a show last...
I have a JAP WWII Box that was brought home by a Marine from WWII. I would like to ID the box and maybe it's use. The son of the Marine told me his...
Looking for detailed info re the Single Point sights mfg in the UK starting in 1968. 50 Single Point sights were purchased from ArmaLite Costa Mesa...
Bought this a while ago. Not sure of the markings. Legit or not?? AJ
I came across this pack I believe to be pattern 37 manufacture date 1945. Spent quite a while trying to find information on it with no luck at all....
Good evening, all. I got this M7 holster from a friend. Have you ever seen a similar one with the latch sewed on its back side ? Thank you.
Good evening,all. What do you think of this holster? Is this a real Military Police holster dated 1947 ? Thank you.
Hello Anyone reading this, I am the current owner of a set of Trial Binoculars, issued to certain named...
Found it at a gun show yesterday. I think it's an Australian F1 smg magazine pouch. Whatever it is, Sterling magazines fit very nicely!
hi guys i am not sure this is right place to post this i am seeking an old style military shooting jacket. had old usmc one years ago that was canvas...
Anyone know of a source for US Army contract numbers for dating? These khakis look like '50s or '60s to me judging by the zipper and label but I'm...
Two of the manuals were printed for troops to test the weapon, while the others are also interesting and in nice condition too
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