Wow, those are really nice! I thought this was kinda cool, they look like they’ve been on here a long time. Kinda makes you wonder. One of the notches resembles a “7” but it isn’t. It’s just where the wood chipped when the notch was carved.

agree magazine!

Magazine.

1888 ammo pouches.  Rich A. in Pa.

Nice holster considering the age…nice condition with clip.

Recently found this P-38 holster and magazine when cleaning out mother-in-law's house. 

Wrong sweatband

Standard Chinese PLA issue pith, I believe designated the Type 58 although I'm a little confused on that. Not used by the Vietnamese PAVN. 

Gavin,   Thank you for the information, much appreciated!   Larry

Gift to the Central Highlands People. Probably from a unit in Tay Ninh. A nice VC presentation flag!

Received this item from a coworker who was in a Veterans Group with me at our workplace.  He was a 20 year soldier (1965-1985) and had served in Vietnam with the 101st Airborne.  He did not give me any details on the how, when or where he obtained it and I did not press him for information.  I do not know when he served in Vietnam.  He was a Bronze Star recipient and died in 2004.   The item is approximately 40" by 58 " and has a fringe around all sides.  There are no apparent attachment points for any kind of mounting. Item shows wear and has a partial seam separation.  See photos for condition.     Lettering has a metallic type thread       Fringe detail       I do not know what exactly this is.  I have checked internet sources and have not found anything like it.  My attempt at Google translate for the verbiage did not produce anything meaningful probably due to my inability to differentiate the correct lettering.      Any comments, information or suggested references are appreciated.   Thanks, Larry

I will not claim this is a "transitional" helmet as the decal has been viewed as a repo. Probably repainted black for use in roll play, theatrical etc, but it's been a long time due to the chipping I see. There are remnants of the leather liner stuck in the liner ring. I can't find any makers stamps on the inner skirts. It's just a solid lid. Enjoy.