We had an estate lot from a retired SEAL CDR and in the lot were several manuals / handouts. Included was this BUD/S TRAINING M-16 HANDOUT. We scanned the original and have reprinted it so you can have a new copy that is fresh and durable. This 40 page "manual" was a handout given at BUDS to introduce SEALS to the "new" M16 rifle and is September 1971 dated. The manual covers parts, operation and trouble shooting with basic parts groups diagrams, etc. This information is all covered in other TM's etc. BUT this was put together in a simple, easy to digest reference handout for SEALS and used in BUDS training. of M16 retro collecting as well as SEAL items, this is a cool piece! The photo of the manual with a staple in the top left corner is of the original for reference. We have reprinted the manual adding cardstock covers front and back for durability as the original was simply paper. We then stapled the handout along the left edge (this copies several other manuals in the lot) to make it more user friendly. Learn More

FM 5-31: BOOBYTRAPS. Dated September 1965 (reprint) Reference guide for the basic principles, planning and installation of boobytraps as well as detection in hostile environments. 130 Pages. Training and Field Manual Learn More

FM 21-26: MAP READING AND LAND NAVIGATION. Dated September 1987 (reprint). General introduction on land nav including how to read maps, compasses, etc. Over 140 pages. Training and Field Manual Learn More

Standard issue "Hip Holster" for the M-1911 and M-1911A1 pistols. These holsters are genuine military contract holsters. Holster manufacturer on back may vary depending on availability, but they are all marked and have the government contract number. These are all "real" USGI holsters. Hard to find real holsters and you can't beat the quality! Holsters are in VG+ to EXC used condition. Learn More

Late War Light-Weight Sparse Tiger Stripe Pant. These are the considered to be the "final" tiger pattern made during the war and came out in 1969. This pattern was used widely throughout the end of the end of the war and can be seen used in every theater of operations in country. The style was noted by its lightweight fabric and larger sizes. I have added a photo of a faded original next to the new reproduction to show the colors compared to one another. Trousers feature two rear bellows pockets and two thigh bellows pockets with double buttons. Button fly closure. Inseams are "regular" length. Sizing Note: Please note that the measurements given are the actual measurements for the waist and chest. There is no vanity sizing - meaning if you wear a 34 in jeans, they may actually measure a 36 so please be sure that you know your actual waist and chest size when ordering. Matching Boonies available separately. Learn More

Late War Light-Weight Sparse Tiger Stripe Shirt. These are the considered to be the "final" tiger pattern made during the war and came out in 1969. This pattern was used widely throughout the end of the end of the war and can be seen used in every theater of operations in country. The style was noted by its lightweight fabric and larger sizes. I have added a photo of a faded original next to the new reproduction to show the colors compared to one another. Shirt features two double button chest pockets and straight cuffs. Sizing Note: Please note that the measurements given are the actual measurements for the waist and chest. There is no vanity sizing - meaning if you wear a 34 in jeans, they may actually measure a 36 so please be sure that you know your actual waist and chest size when ordering. Matching Boonies available separately. Learn More

M7 Bayonet w/ M8A1 Scabbard. This is the standard bayonet for the M-16 Rifle. Set include a USGI contract M7 Bayonet (currently have Imperial and Connetta) with USGI contract M8A1 Scabbard with metal tip (current inventory TWB). These are in EXC to unissued condition, but they have been opened and are not in packaging. They show little wear and mostly just from storage and being take in and out of the scabbard. These are about as nice as you can get with out them being in a "boxed" set. Learn More

These are original, VN era manuals for the M-1 Helmet (Parachutist's). The manual covers adjustment of the helmet liner, suspension, nape strap, sweatband etc. These were placed under the suspension at the factory so the helmet user would have the information required for initial set up and adjustment. Learn More

173rd. Airborne Brigade, Color, Cut-Edge Standard embroidered patch with cut edge. These are perfect for early to mid war impressions. The patch itself if original 60's vintage and the blue cut edge ABN tab is a modern made reproduction. Learn More

Reproduction Type II / 2nd Pattern Poplin Jungle Fatigues. These include custom milled and dyed Poplin fabric, covered buttons, gas flaps, button take up tabs, epaulettes, DSA labels, "Bandage" pocket, dual inner pen pockets in coat, gusseted sleeves, etc. Pants have button fly, button waist take up tabs, gas flap, leg ties, etc. As per originals, our Poplin Jungles are true in pant size and oversized on the coats to allow for a baggy fit. On the pants, all regular inseams are 33" and actual waist sizes are: S (31) M (35) L (39) XL (43). On the jungle coats, the actual chest measurements are: S (42) M (46) L (50) XL (54). These are unwashed so will have some minor shrinkage and are meant to be worn slightly loose for a proper fit. Learn More