{"product_id":"1960年代後半-テストサンプル品-アメリカ軍-nomex-素材-フライトスーツ-パッチ付-中古品","title":"Late 1960s | Test Sample | U.S. Military | Nomex | Flight Suit | With Patches | Used","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"112\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis is a U.S. Army flight suit made \u003cstrong data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"90\"\u003efrom NOMEX flame-retardant material\u003c\/strong\u003e, which was used during the Vietnam War. This particular item is a coverall believed to be a rare test sample from that era.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"112\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eNOMEX was adopted in the mid-1960s as a revolutionary material with excellent fire-resistant and flame-retardant properties, and was issued to personnel constantly exposed to the risk of fire and explosions, such as helicopter pilots and crews, as well as armored vehicle and tank crews.During the Vietnam War, helicopter-based air mobility tactics became fully operational, and many aviation personnel carried out their missions while wearing this flame-retardant gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"417\"\u003eThis item features \u003cstrong data-start=\"282\" data-end=\"304\"\u003epocket shapes and details that differ\u003c\/strong\u003e from standard issue gear, making it a highly intriguing piece that is likely a test sample (prototype or evaluation model) produced prior to actual combat deployment. The details that tell the story of the process leading up to its official adoption give it a collectible value not found in standard flight suits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"419\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eThe chest features a name tape, a U.S. ARMY tape, and the Aviation Emblem, while the shoulders bear rank insignia; all of these patches can be identified as \u003cstrong data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"496\"\u003eoriginals that were attached at the time\u003c\/strong\u003e. It possesses the unique presence of an actual, worn item, and this single suit encapsulates the atmosphere of that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"651\"\u003eWith specifications that set it apart from standard issue items and traces of actual combat use, this Vietnam War-era flight suit holds significant historical value. It is a rare piece that comes highly recommended even for collectors who find standard flight suits lacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eCountry of Manufacture: United\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"668\" \/\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eStates | Era: Circa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"687\" \/\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"684\"\u003elate 1960s\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"731\"\u003e| Purpose: U.S. Army Flight Suit (presumed to be a NOMEX test sample model)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e|\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"734\" \/\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"750\"\u003eMaterial: NOMEX flame-retardant fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1hsf2bf\" data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eThe suit shows overall signs of age from actual use, with fading due to sun exposure. While there are signs of wear throughout, they do not significantly detract from the overall appearance; rather, they add to the unique charm of an authentic Vietnam War-era piece. The patches are in a rare condition, with the original ones from that era still intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"904\"\u003ePlease note that this is a used item and cannot be returned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eSize (measured flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eShoulder width: 48 cm Chest\u003cbr data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"926\" \/\u003ewidth: 51 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"932\" \/\u003eWaist: 44 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eHip: 51 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eTotal Length: 151 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eInseam: 67 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSleeve Length: 56 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"955\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e*Consignment item\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MILITARIA 1911 ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48404914831601,"sku":"OG-60-430","price":626.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/8241\/6881\/files\/IMG_4869_7b235609-3b21-44ff-8085-70785a096f22.jpg?v=1783992314","url":"https:\/\/os.militaria-1911.com\/products\/late-1960s-test-sample-u-s-military-nomex-material-flight-suit-with-patch-used","provider":"MILITARIA 1911 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}