This is a USAF Field Jacket in size Medium Long in OD Green. Overall VG used condition. The coat has some wear through around the collar (see photos) and an L shaped repair at the bottom center (it is hidden when closed and worn). There are some other wear areas here and there, but overall it is a serviceable field jacket with life left. Just used enough you won't feel bad actually wearing it around.. These jackets have an interesting history. The Air Force issued them from the 50's through the mid to late 1960's before switching to the M-65 field jacket. They can quickly be spotted by their exposed snaps on the pockets and a large collar that contains a roll up hood. These are rare jackets and are hard to find in larger sizes. Learn More
I know it is not cold yet, but eventually winter WILL come despite out 100 degree days here in Texas, so we are getting a jump on listing field jackets this year! This is an M-51 Field Jacket in size LR. Overall condition is VG to VG+. The lower inside tag is coming loose and there is some damage to the inside lining on the lower area near the tag (see photos) but it does not affect the wearing of the coat in anyway. The outside of the shell is in pretty nice shape. The cuffs have one button each (vs two for adjustment) but we can probably find some spares here and throw them in if you would like. Some light wear here and there, but overall solid and no major damage. Very desirable size and lots of life left in it. Plus M-51's are just hard to come by. Learn More
This is an M-51 Field Jacket in size LR. This is a hard to find coat and includes the matching button in liner. The ink stamp is faint and I cannot make out the size well, but it measures out to be a large at a 46" chest. The outer shell has nice color with some fade and is free from defect. The button cuffs have 2 buttons on one side and one on the other (I will look and see if we have a spare). The liner still has nice ink stamps and is pliable / not funky. There is an area shown with what appears to be a burn hole possibly from cigarette etc. but it is not hard and flaky and does not detract. These are very hard coats to find and this one has the correct vintage liner. The fact it is all a size Large Regular makes it even better to actually wear. This jacket would be great to wear or collect. Learn More
While it is still hot in Texas and it feels like summer has not left us yet, the winter is coming at some point sooner than later so we have dusted off some field jackets and decided to list a few. This is a nice used M-65 dated 1972. Field Jacket is a size XS-Regular measuring 38" at the chest (19" across laid flat). Jacket has an EGA and USMC on the left chest as well as what appears to be the faint remnants of a squadron or unit marking on the back. Jacket is a little dirty from storage / use and could use a washing but will clean up nicely and does not have any damage (holes, tears, etc). Vintage Field Jackets are hard to find and overall this is pretty clean. Learn More
While it is still hot in Texas and it feels like summer has not left us yet, the winter is coming at some point sooner than later so we have dusted off some field jackets and decided to list a few. This is a nice used M-65 dated 1968. Field Jacket is a size Medium Regular (MR). Jacket has a subdued woven US ARMY tape over the left chest pocket. Jacket is in nice shape and the only detraction is that is has some black marks at the bottom and on the back of the sleeves that appear to be grease or paint. These may or may not clean up. They are somewhat faded out / muted and do not really detract much overall. Jacket is a little dirty from storage / use and could use a washing but will clean up nicely and does not have any damage (holes, tears, etc). Vintage Field Jackets are hard to find, especially 60's dated, and overall this is pretty clean. Learn More
This is a nice M-65 Filed Jacket dated 1973 in size Large Regular. Overall the jacket it in excellent condition. Jacket was made by So-Sew Styles and has nice color and is free from damage. Good size and condition. Vintage Dated Field Jackets are hard to come by and this one is in a large size as well! Learn More
This is a nice M-65 dated 1974 in size Medium Long. Overall the jacket it in excellent condition. There is some faint yellow based stenciling on the rear CLBB. The inside is stenciled BRIG 083 underneath the size label. Maybe used in a military prison? Overall a nice jacket in solid shape. Vintage Field Jackets are hard to find and this is a good size. Learn More
We have an excellent reproduction of the famed Okinawa Boots available. These boots are made in Portugal by Pike Brothers of Germany and are a faithful recreation of the originals. Before now there has not been a good option for these boots. Originals are near impossible to find and sell at $800 when you do find them, so at that point you do not want to wear them. The Oki Boots repro years ago vanished and there are some terrible Chinese reproductions floating around that use original photos to lure you in and then sell you something that looks like it was made in kindergarten fashion class.
These are made on a traditional "regular" width last, so order your regular boot size if you are whole size (unless you have wide feet you may need to bump up). If you are a half size, order the next size up. Please note these are made in European sizes (42 = 8R, 43 = 9R, 44 = 10R, 45 = 11R, 46 = 12R) and the sizes are on the box are correct, BUT underneath the buckle cuff (where it cannot be seen) the manufacturer was off by one shoe size on the marking, so for example an American 12R will be marked 13R. Don't panic, it is still a 46 / American 12R.
For background, the Okinawa were made in the 1950's and are the US Army's first attempt at a modern jungle boot. The boots are basically WWII Double Buckle boots that have been redesigned with canvas parts for tropical climates. The lug soles were still stitched to the body of the boot so they could be replaced vs the later use a vulcanization process. The boots are often seen worn by early advisers who departed for Vietnam from Okinawa, hence the name. Learn More