{"product_id":"1960年代中頃-サイズ-s相当-沖縄製-沖縄タイガーパターン-jwd-cisoカット-ブーニーハット-未使用品","title":"Mid-1960s; Size: Approx. S; Made in Okinawa; Okinawa Tiger Pattern; JWD; CISO Cut; Boonie Hat; Unused","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA CISO-cut boonie hat made from Okinawa tiger-stripe fabric\u003c\/strong\u003e, representative of the tiger-stripe headwear from the Vietnam War era. The size is approximately SMALL.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the many types of tiger-stripe patterns, boonie hats from that era possess a rarity distinct from that of uniforms. In particular, this unique design\u0026mdash;featuring a low crown, a narrow brim, a band encircling the crown, and metal ventilation eyelets\u0026mdash;is a highly iconic style known among collectors as the \u0026ldquo;CISO Cut.\u0026rdquo;In fact, Okinawa-made CISO boonie hats with this exact construction have been confirmed to exist.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCISO stands for Counterinsurgency Support Office.Established in Okinawa in 1963, this organization procured and developed specialized equipment\u0026mdash;such as clothing, backpacks, and gear\u0026mdash;for U.S. special forces operating in Vietnam, which could not be supplied through the standard U.S. military supply system alone. Various items suitable for field operations were supplied through CISO.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCISO-style tiger-stripe boonies \u003cstrong\u003eare known to have been used by soldiers involved in special operations at the time\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esuch as Special Forces, LRRP, and CIDG\u003c\/strong\u003e; they are not merely camouflage caps, but one of the symbols of special forces equipment during the Vietnam War.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe version used here is commonly known as the \u0026ldquo;Okinawa Tiger.\u0026rdquo;In collector\u0026rsquo;s circles, it is associated with designations such as JWD (John Wayne Dense) and is a highly iconic tiger-stripe pattern representative of the early to mid-Vietnam War period. Actual examples of CISO-style boonie hats manufactured in Okinawa using fabric from this lineage have also been confirmed.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular piece still retains very deep black stripes, creating a vivid contrast with the olive green and khaki. \u003cstrong\u003eIt is a specimen that allows you to fully appreciate the bold color scheme characteristic of the Okinawa Tiger\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat\u0026rsquo;s even more impressive is its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it is being sold as a used item, as far as can be determined from the photos, \u003cstrong\u003eit\u003c\/strong\u003e shows extremely minimal signs of use and is \u003cstrong\u003elikely to have been preserved in a condition close to unused\u003c\/strong\u003e. While there are a few loose threads visible on the brim, the fabric\u0026rsquo;s color is exceptionally vibrant. For an original tiger stripe that has endured many years, it is in a remarkably attractive condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior features black and olive-colored fabrics, with metal eyelets along the outer edge. The brim is adorned with multiple rows of stitching, resulting in a simple yet highly atmospheric design characteristic of the CISO cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated size: SMALL\u003c\/strong\u003e. Some CISO-style boonie hats are made with a relatively shallow crown; in fact, among the Okinawa Tiger CISO boonie hats previously handled by this store, we have confirmed examples with a shallow fit.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoreover, in contrast to heavily worn battlefield-used items, this piece allows you to observe the original coloration and details in excellent condition. Rather than for everyday wear, this is a boonie hat of significant historical value that we highly recommend adding to your collection of Vietnam War-era tiger-stripe, CISO, and special forces gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that since this is a used item, returns are not accepted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (measured flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 57\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MILITARIA 1911 ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48527202910449,"sku":"TIGER-60-396","price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/8241\/6881\/files\/IMG_9366_4424d1de-5f9b-47d8-8690-b13ca267a991.jpg?v=1786251428","url":"https:\/\/hk.militaria-1911.com\/products\/mid-1960s-size-s-made-in-okinawa-okinawa-tiger-pattern-jwd-ciso-cut-boonie-hat-unused","provider":"MILITARIA 1911 ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}