{"product_id":"1981年契約-白タグ-初期個体-82空挺師団-6cデザート迷彩-チョコチップ迷彩-ジャケット-中古品","title":"1981 Contract, M-S, White Tag, Early Production, 82nd Airborne Division, 6C Desert Camouflage, Chocolate Chip Camouflage, Jacket, Used","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 1981 contract item and one of the very earliest white-label versions. This highly authentic 6-Color Desert jacket even retains the 82nd Airborne Division patch. It comes in the popular MEDIUM-SHORT size.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly known as \u0026ldquo;Chocolate Chip,\u0026rdquo; this \u003cstrong\u003e6-COLOR DESERT CAMOUFLAGE\u003c\/strong\u003e features a unique pattern with a base of tan, beige, and brown, dotted with small black and white rock-like motifs. It earned this nickname because its fine pattern resembles chocolate chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was one of the earliest desert camouflage patterns adopted by the U.S. military to fully adapt to desert environments, and it is also very famous as the camouflage that came to symbolize the Gulf War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece is \u003cstrong\u003ean early example from the 1981 contract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026mdash;a must-see among the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inner label reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOAT, COMBAT, CAMOUFLAGE PATTERN, DESERT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONTRACT NO. DLA100-81-C-2413\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSELMA APPAREL CORPORATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of its standout features is \u003cstrong\u003ethe early white label\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewhich\u003c\/strong\u003e differs from the beige-colored labels used in later years. When collecting \u0026ldquo;chocolate chip\u0026rdquo; camouflage pieces chronologically, the presence of these earliest details is truly in a league of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size is also \u003cstrong\u003ea\u003c\/strong\u003e very \u003cstrong\u003ewelcome MEDIUM-SHORT\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr \/\u003eThe size label still bears the STOCK NO. \u0026ldquo;8415-01-102-9128\u0026rdquo; and NATO SIZE \u0026ldquo;6070\/9404.\u0026rdquo;With a MEDIUM body width and a SHORT length, this is a very well-balanced size for wearing vintage pieces as fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this piece even more special are the various patches still attached throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe left sleeve features \u003cstrong\u003ean \u0026ldquo;AIRBORNE\u0026rdquo; tab and the 82nd Airborne Division\u0026rsquo;s SSI\u003c\/strong\u003e; the chest bears \u003cstrong\u003ea U.S. ARMY tape, an \u0026ldquo;ALLEN\u0026rdquo; name tape,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ea Parachutist Badge\u003c\/strong\u003e. A specialist rank insignia also remains on the collar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of these elements blend seamlessly with the jacket itself, and the configuration suggests they were likely originally attached at the time. This is not merely a \u0026ldquo;chocolate chip\u0026rdquo; jacket; its overwhelming appeal lies in \u003cstrong\u003eits polished appearance as a genuine airborne unit-spec garment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn particular, the combination of the bright \u0026ldquo;6-Color Desert\u0026rdquo; camouflage with the subdued-color 82nd AIRBORNE patch and U.S. ARMY tape is outstanding. It possesses the authentic appeal unique to genuine military items and exudes a presence entirely different from that of a plain jacket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts condition is also a major draw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough \u003cstrong\u003eit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026rsquo;s \u003cstrong\u003ean\u003c\/strong\u003e authentic piece from over 40 years ago\u003cstrong\u003e, it shows relatively little wear and is in good overall condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. The characteristic chocolate-chip coloration remains vivid, and the overall look\u0026mdash;including the patches\u0026mdash;is excellent. It\u0026rsquo;s perfect for a collection, of course, but it also offers plenty of enjoyment for those who want to wear it and let it develop its own character over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt features a 1981 contract, an early white label, a MEDIUM-SHORT fit, and an 82nd AIRBORNE patch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a piece I highly recommend as a MILITARIA 1911 item\u0026mdash;not only for enjoying the \u0026ldquo;chocolate chip\u0026rdquo; camouflage itself, but also for experiencing early-era details and Airborne specifications all in one garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Used. Shows relatively little wear and is in good condition considering its age. The patches are believed to be original from that era.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that returns are not accepted for used items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (measured flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e: Shoulder width: 45 cm; Chest\u003cbr \/\u003ewidth: 58 cm;\u003cbr \/\u003eLength: 74 cm;\u003cbr \/\u003eSleeve length: 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MILITARIA 1911 ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48659084148977,"sku":"USA-80-011","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/8241\/6881\/files\/IMG_9776_31a56117-ed18-41f9-8770-b036adbba050.jpg?v=1787972161","url":"https:\/\/hk.militaria-1911.com\/products\/1981-contract-white-tag-early-production-82nd-airborne-division-6c-desert-camouflage-chocolate-chip-camouflage-jacket-used","provider":"MILITARIA 1911 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}