{"product_id":"1969年契約-m-l-4th-model-ジャングルファティーグ-ジャケット-101空挺師団仕様-中古品","title":"1969 Contract, M-L, 4th Model Jungle Fatigue Jacket, 101st Airborne Division Specification, Used","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is from the 1969 contract, in a MEDIUM-LONG\u003c\/strong\u003e size. Made from 100% \u003cstrong\u003ecotton OG-107 ripstop fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is a garment that dates right back to the height of the Vietnam War. The size is MEDIUM-LONG.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 4th Model can be considered the definitive form of the jungle fatigues. It eliminated the epaulets and waist adjusters seen on earlier models, evolving into a simpler design tailored for combat use in tropical regions.Furthermore, it features ripstop fabric with reinforcing threads woven in a grid pattern, and today it enjoys immense popularity as a staple of vintage military apparel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular item stands apart from standard 4th Models \u003cstrong\u003ewith its full-patch design\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the chest are a \u0026ldquo;BOYCE\u0026rdquo; name tape and a \u0026ldquo;U.S. ARMY\u0026rdquo; tape, with \u003cstrong\u003ethe Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB) and Parachutist Badge\u003c\/strong\u003e above them.\u003cstrong\u003eThe\u003c\/strong\u003e sleeve bears \u003cstrong\u003ethe 101st Airborne Division \u0026ldquo;Screaming Eagle\u0026rdquo; patch\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the unit insignia on the opposite sleeve; rank insignia are also attached to both sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patches currently attached \u003cstrong\u003eare not the ones that originally came with the jacket; they are believed to have been added during a later restoration.\u003c\/strong\u003e However, the insignia and patches themselves appear to be authentic items from that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn other words, please consider \u003cstrong\u003ethis\u003c\/strong\u003e not as an \u0026ldquo;original piece with patches,\u0026rdquo; but \u003cstrong\u003eas a restored item\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003ean authentic jungle fatigue jacket that had its patches removed at one point and was subsequently reconstructed using what appear to be authentic insignia and patches\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacket itself shows fading and signs of wear from actual use, and the edges of the pockets and placket exhibit vintage-style color fading. Its charm lies in the unique character of 1960s cotton ripstop fabric\u0026mdash;a look that could never be replicated by a brand-new replica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, \u003cstrong\u003ethe jacket is\u003c\/strong\u003e currently \u003cstrong\u003estarched\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the fabric a stiff feel. The starch can be partially removed by washing it in lukewarm water. \u003cstrong\u003eThe size is MEDIUM-LONG\u003c\/strong\u003e.The label indicates CHEST 37\u0026ndash;41 INCHES and HEIGHT 71 IN. UP. This size range is highly appealing for a vintage jacket meant to be worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 1969 4th Model, ripstop, MEDIUM-LONG, fully patched and restored using what appear to be authentic insignia.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it differs from collector\u0026rsquo;s pieces that strictly adhere to the original patch configuration, this jacket\u0026mdash;based on a period jungle fatigues jacket\u0026mdash;offers the authentic, commanding look of a U.S. military garment from the Vietnam War era. It\u0026rsquo;s a particularly interesting piece for those seeking a fully patched jungle fatigues jacket intended for actual wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003ePatches: Presumably added later. The insignia used appear to be authentic. \u003cbr \/\u003eCondition: Faded, shows signs of wear. Patches are glued on. This appears to be a jacket that had its patches removed and was later restored.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this is a used item, returns are not accepted. Please understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (measured flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e: Shoulder width: 48 cm; Chest \u003cbr \/\u003ewidth: 61 cm; \u003cbr \/\u003eLength: 83 cm\u003cbr \/\u003e; Sleeve length: 65 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MILITARIA 1911 ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48699475525873,"sku":"3RD4TH-60-454","price":116.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/8241\/6881\/files\/IMG_0483_b1ebc74f-7c4d-4463-bede-e856808be371.jpg?v=1788856815","url":"https:\/\/uk.militaria-1911.com\/products\/1969-contract-m-l-4th-model-jungle-fatigue-jacket-101st-airborne-division-specification-used","provider":"MILITARIA 1911 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}