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Exceptional original condition as shown. The enamel on the front is in top shape and all of the clutch pins are straight. Please see our other listings, and check back often as we typically list 30-50 high-end estate items each week with No Reserve!

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Various manufacturers, all are removable from the board backing and most have clutches. The piece is vintage and therefore may show signs of age, wear, or patina. At that time, an unpaid item case will automatically be opened.

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Various manufacturers, all are removable from the board backing and most have clutches. The piece is vintage and therefore may show signs of age, wear, or patina. At that time, an unpaid item case will automatically be opened.

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Army Air Forces patch pair representing two major combat theaters of World War II. This set includes both the 5th Air Force and 15th Air Force patches, each associated with significant wartime operations in the Pacific and Mediterranean theaters. Included. 5th Air Force patch (Pacific Theater). 15th Air Force patch (Mediterranean Theater) Highlights. Authentic WWII construction with cloth backing and period stitching. Represents two major WWII air combat commands. Highly collectible theater-specific insignia. Estate found and preserved as a pair Condition. Original vintage condition. Age-appropriate wear and minor fraying. Colors and stitching consistent with WWII-era manufacture. See photos for detail A strong addition to any WWII aviation or military patch collection.

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An authentic Vietnam War-era Type III cotton sateen utility fatigue shirt featuring Royer name tape and Staff Sergeant rank insignia.

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Air Force Patch – From the Career of Retired Brigadier General Peter D. Hayes This is an original, period U. Air Force patch directly from the personal collection of Brigadier General Peter D. A distinguished command pilot with over 3,000 flying hours and 191 combat missions in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam era. General Hayes earned the Distinguished Flying Cross, Legion of Merit, and multiple Air Medals while serving in key roles, including: – Flight commander, 416th Tactical Fighter Squadron, Bien Hoa AB, Republic of Vietnam (1966) – Vice Commander, 7th Air Force – Vice Commander, U. Air Force Tactical Fighter Weapons Center (Nellis AFB, NV) – his final assignment Patches like this one were earned through actual service and flying with the respective unit or command. They aren’t mass-produced souvenirs-many are unique to those who flew or led in that specific group, making them highly sought-after by serious militaria collectors, Vietnam historians, Cold War Junkies and patch enthusiasts. Details: – Genuine USAF issue (no reproduction) – Condition: Worn on uniforms but in good shape. See picture for condition. You WILL get the patch in the picture. NOT a patch similar to the patch in the pic. A tangible piece of Air Force history from a combat-decorated flag officer who reached brigadier general rank. See photos for exact condition and details. Guaranteed authentic as described.

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20: 1950-60s 10ct United States America Air Force Insignia Ring T/10 17.7g. This is a military insignia ring that would have been worn by a serviceman of the United States of America Airforce U. S. As. We date to around the 1950s-60s based on a previously listed Korean War Marine Corps pattern. 10k for its 10ct 417 yellow gold fineness; the maker’s to poorly struck to read. It has a flat tapering band that broadens and rises at the shoulder to morph into a rectangular top. This runs across the finger and has chamfered side and a curved top and bottom edge. Deliberately highlighted in black patina the centre is embossed with the USAAF insignia of a spread wing eagled over a shield with propeller surrounded by lightening bolts. Above this it says, “United States” and below “Air Force”. Both sides of the top have a blackened geometric wing shape decoration. We have listed other military, men’s, unisex and dress rings along with other antique, vintage, and fine jewellery this week, please refer to our other listings. It’s in excellent vintage condition; no damage or faults to report; some light rub wear, and a warm vintage patina. The photos form part of the condition description. Measures: across base of shoulders 22mm x W17.26mm x H3.55mm, 5.7mm rear band thickness, T/10; 17.7g.

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Straight from the cockpit of a Cold War C-130 Hercules – this complete pilot’s checklist binder belonged to decorated USAF Col. Shipp, loaded with rare radar guides, formation flying notes, and his own handwritten annotations. This is an original U. Air Force C-130 Hercules pilot’s flight crew checklist binder from the 1980s, personally used by Colonel George F. Shipp, a decorated C-130 / AC-130 Spectre gunship pilot and former commander of the 16th Special Operations Squadron. Shipp served 28 years in the USAF and passed away in 2014. This binder is complete and loaded with content – not just the standard checklist pages, but multiple specialized quick-reference inserts used in actual cockpit operations. Normal Procedures section. Emergency Procedures section. Passenger Briefing section. APN-59 Radar Checklist Guide. APQ-122 Radar X-Band Checklist (4 pages) – Rare multi-mode radar reference. SKE (Station Keeping Equipment) Turn Guide – For formation flying in poor visibility. Before Taxi / Before Takeoff / Before Landing / After Landing / Engine Shutdown quick-reference cards (12 items + flows). Extensive handwritten notes by Col. Shipp on the inside front page. Binder: Fair condition from authentic cockpit use – wear consistent with active duty service. Pages: Missing page 1 and 2 at the very beginning. Binder starts at page 3. All supplemental guides intact and in good shape. Why This Is Special. Direct provenance to a named USAF C-130/AC-130 pilot. Contains multiple rare radar and formation flying guides not found in standard issue. Offers a detailed look at Cold War-era tactical airlift and special operations procedures. This is a must-have piece of Air Force history for C-130 veterans, military aviation collectors, and Cold War historians. Plus recently found medals, insignia and patches. Keywords: USAF pilot checklist, C-130 Hercules manual, AC-130 Spectre, APN-59 radar, APQ-122 radar, SKE guide, military aviation memorabilia, Cold War Air Force, Col George F Shipp, 16th SOS, special operations, cockpit checklist, Hercules flight manual, Air Force collectibles.

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Set of USAF Aide to a General Collar Insignia 5 Pins.

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Vintage Collection of over 85 military pins includes DUI insignia pins, Hat pins, Rank pins and more. Please zoom in on photos to see what is here.

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