OG slant pocket jungle jacket

[blackrat2]

Morning all, have been thinking of buying a Vietnam era jungle jacket and just wonder if any of you can give me some info on them
What is the subtle differences between the patterns, how big do they actually run, I am figuring I would probably be a size medium/regular
How much should I be paying for one (does anyone have one for sale), and where is a good place to look for them, eBay is all over the place price wise and I am quickly falling out of love with eBay as they are always making money outta you somewhere
Any help would be appreciated and indeed any pics of different patterns would be kinda cool

 

[Enigma1938]

Some great Infos about Vietnam war clothing and equipment:

Vietnam War Uniforms

Tropical Combat Uniforms, Fatigues, ERDL, Tiger Stripes and Flight Suits from the Vietnam War

www.vietnamgear.com

 

[B-Man2]

The Viet nam fatigues were called “Sateens”. They were all Olive Drab colored. They were made over sized to let air flow thru them and also to help them dry quickly. The hot humid and rainy weather necessitated having loose clothing that would dry quickly . They also shrink if put into a dryer so be aware of that as well. The slant breast pockets made it easier to access them. I have a couple of sets around, if I can find them I’ll post some photos .

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

many years ago, i bought a brand new Tropical Combat Jacket 3rd pattern - ERDL, cost me 55 us dollars (without postage), at that time, the OD vision cost less than that.​

How much should I be paying for one (does anyone have one for sale), and where is a good place to look for the

 

[blackrat2]

Thanks so much guys
Will check the link out later

 

[Pa12]

Then you’ll need a pair of AO sunglasses and a Mohawk haircut

 

[ShanghaiJack]

Moore Militaria makes excellent reproductions, buy with confidence:

https://www.mooremilitaria.com/apparel/1st-pattern-jungle-fatigues/1st-pat-set.html

https://www.mooremilitaria.com/apparel/2nd-pattern-jungle-fatigues/2nd-pat-set.html

https://www.mooremilitaria.com/apparel/3rd-pattern-jungle-fatigues/3rd-pat-set-pop.html

I linked to sets, coats and trousers, but they can be purchased separately.

 

[blackrat2]

Originals are pretty pricey as majority in the US so shipping and customs soon makes for a expensive garment

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

First Pattern are always expensive，4th and 5th pattern (rip stop fabric) cost much less.

 

[B-Man2]

Rip stop is the way to go. They’ll last a lot longer .

 

[blackrat2]

Yeah was going to look at the later models