1970s U.S. Army Jungle Jacket

Designed for the tropical climates of Southeast Asia, the Jungle Jacket became one of the defining garments of the Vietnam era. Constructed from lightweight ripstop cotton, it was built to dry quickly, move easily, and endure long periods of field use. Today, decades later, it remains one of the most influential military designs ever produced.

This example carries the kind of honest history that makes vintage military clothing so compelling. Original U.S. Army and Wallace name tapes remain stitched to the chest alongside a period shoulder patch, while field repairs, small hand-stitched mends, and areas of wear tell the story of a garment that continued to serve long after its initial issue. The subtle fade of the olive drab fabric gives the jacket depth without sacrificing its utilitarian character.
Functional, understated, and endlessly wearable, the Jungle Jacket is as relevant today as it was over fifty years ago.

Details
Vintage 1970s U.S. Army Jungle Jacket
Lightweight olive drab ripstop cotton
Four bellows cargo pockets
Original "U.S. Army" and "Wallace" name tapes
Period shoulder insignia
Button-front closure
Field repairs and service wear throughout
Naturally faded patina
Classic military utility silhouette

Measurements
Chest 22'
Sleeve 23.5'
Height 30'
Shoulder 18'

A genuine field-worn Jungle Jacket whose repairs and wear speak to a life of service rather than preservation.

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