authentic vintage Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1965-1991 For Sale

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authentic vintage Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1965-1991 :
$75.00

authentic vintage Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF / 陸上自衛隊) Type 65 working uniform jacket (作業服)Name Tapes: The right chest displays a Westernized name tape reading \"I TOH\" (Ito / 伊藤). The left chest features the official Japanese kanji insignia reading \"6通\" (6th Signals Unit / 第6通信大隊) followed by the family name \"伊藤\" (Ito).Collar Insignia: The embroidered collar tabs denote the rank of Sergeant First Class (1等陸曹 - Ittō Rikusō).Design Features: It is made of a distinct, heavy-duty vinylon/cotton blend twill. It features clean, flap-covered chest pockets, buttoned cuffs, and a unique zipper-front closure accompanied by a split bottom hem meant for tucking or high-mobility tasksThe Model Era (1965–1991): The JGSDF Type 65 uniform was first rolled out in 1965 to replace older US-style olive drab gear. It remained the standard-issue work uniform until it was officially phased out by camouflage patterns in 1991.The Unit History (1962–Present): The 6th Signals Unit / 第6通信大隊 insignia on the left pocket means this jacket was produced after August 15, 1962, which is the exact date the unit was officially upgraded and reformed into a full Battalion at Jinmachi Camp.