{"product_id":"1970年-71年頃-us-m-to81-シルバータイガーパターン-タイガーストライプ-シャツ-パッチ付-中古品","title":"Circa 1970–71, US-M, TO81, Silver Tiger Pattern, Tiger Stripe Shirt, with Patch, Used","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a tiger-stripe shirt bearing a \u0026ldquo;TO81\u0026rdquo; contract stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e, believed to have been manufactured and delivered during the later stages of the Vietnam War. It\u0026rsquo;s a US size M, which is on the larger side. Don\u0026rsquo;t miss out.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare piece featuring a \u0026ldquo;TO81\u0026rdquo; contract stamp and a US-M size marking on the back of the neck. There are also signs of fraying where what appears to be a size tag once was. Boonie hats from the same contract have also been confirmed, and this shirt is known to be part of a late-war Tiger Stripe contract, likely manufactured in Japan or Taiwan around 1970\u0026ndash;71.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe camouflage pattern is very similar to that of TO78 contract items, and it is believed to be from a contract lot manufactured at a factory in Okinawa or Taiwan. As production locations and contracts diversified toward the end of the war, this model is particularly interesting for understanding the history of the Tiger Stripe pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe greatest appeal of this particular piece is that \u003cstrong\u003eit still retains the patches believed to have been attached at the time\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSewn onto both shoulders are unit insignia featuring a design combining a lightning bolt and a sword, as used by the USARV (United States Army in Vietnam). This patch symbolizes the U.S. Army deployed to Vietnam; the sword represents combat missions, while the lightning bolt is known to symbolize swift operational action.Around 1970 was a time when preparations were being stepped up in response to the intensifying Vietnam War. It is likely that this was worn by a soldier assigned to special forces.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA\u003cstrong\u003e \u0026ldquo;US ARMY\u0026rdquo; \u003c\/strong\u003etape and a name tape are sewn onto the chest. Judging by the fading and the natural aging of the stitching thread, it does not appear to have been added later; rather, it gives the strong impression that it was attached at the time of manufacture. The same thread was used for the stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall condition shows significant fading, with the olive and black tones having transformed into subdued, soft hues. The natural fade resulting from years of use lends it a wonderful character, allowing you to fully appreciate the unique charm of vintage tiger stripes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no noticeable tears or repairs, and the fabric remains sturdy. A few small holes are visible near the back of the neck, but they do not interfere with wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn recent years, the value of late-period Japanese-made Tiger Stripe shirts\u0026mdash;including those under the TO78 and TO81 contracts\u0026mdash;has continued to rise; however, pieces like this one, featuring \u003cstrong\u003ethe larger US-M size\u003c\/strong\u003e along with unit insignia and tapes believed to be original to the era, are extremely rare on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether as a collector\u0026rsquo;s item or a piece to actually wear and enjoy, this is a highly recommended vintage piece that epitomizes the later-period Tiger Stripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that this is a used item and cannot be returned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (measured flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder width: 46 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChest width: 51 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength: 73 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleeve Length: 56 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MILITARIA 1911 ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48478848221425,"sku":"TIGER-60-387","price":972.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/8241\/6881\/files\/IMG_9460_6b3e6aa4-efa5-430c-8b44-fb0e4073e748.jpg?v=1785904276","url":"https:\/\/os.militaria-1911.com\/products\/circa-1970-71-us-men-x27-s-size-81-silver-tiger-pattern-tiger-stripe-shirt-with-patch-used","provider":"MILITARIA 1911 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}