Random US Military Insignia/Patch
Random US Military Insignia/Patch

Americana Pipedream Apparel

Random US Military Insignia/Patch

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Description

Note: Each listing is for one patch selected at random. There is genuinely no way to predict what you'll receive. Some patches may show minor defects in embroidery or have missing text. Duplicates are possible when ordering more than five. You may receive non-military patches, like Boy Scout examples.

Random US Military Insignia Patch

America's military has produced a staggering variety of embroidered cloth insignia over the past century, and almost none of it was designed with a collector in mind. Unit patches, rank chevrons, service stripes, name tapes, division crests, and branch insignia were made to be sewn on a uniform and forgotten, which is exactly what makes tracking them down interesting.

These patches span roughly from the Korean War era through the early 2000s, with the bulk coming from Vietnam-era and Desert Storm production. What arrives could be a shoulder sleeve insignia (SSI) from any Army division; the 1st Infantry, 82nd Airborne, 101st, 4th Infantry, or any of dozens of others. It might be Navy rating badges, Air Force specialty insignia, collar tabs, a service stripe, or a name tape from a soldier's dress uniform. Occasionally the lot includes civilian crossover pieces: Boy Scout merit badges, JROTC shoulder patches, or vintage American flag patches.

Patch collecting is one of the deeper rabbit holes in military surplus. Many insignia were produced in small runs for specific units or short deployments, making certain examples genuinely scarce finds. You may receive something common. You may receive something excellent. That uncertainty is the whole point.

Construction is standard US military specification: embroidered twill base with a merrowed (overlock-stitched) edge. Most are iron-on or sew-on compatible.

  • One (1) patch per order, selected at random
  • Genuine US military surplus insignia
  • May include: rank insignia, unit/division patches, name tapes, branch insignia, service stripes, or Americana (Boy Scout, JROTC, flag patches)
  • Spans approximately Korean War era through early 2000s production
  • Embroidered twill with merrowed edge, standard US military specification
  • Iron-on or sew-on compatible
  • Minor embroidery defects possible; duplicates possible when ordering five or more
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Curious About Sizing?

Given the massive variety of clothing we carry, a standard sizing guide is incredibly helpful for customers seeking the best fit.

Please understand that surplus varies widely in fit and cut and this sizing chart is general advice rather than tailor-level fitting.

Nearly every military has different sizing charts and schemes, which is why we've taken the time to put together this brief tutorial.

 

Jacket & Shirt Sizing

In absence of an established military size chart, we measure each jacket or shirt from armpit to armpit to get a rough idea of how it fits. If a garment is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a shirt measures 19.75" from pit to pit, it is marked as a small rather than medium.

To measure pit to pit, close up your shirt or jacket and measure from armpit to armpit. 

This is our measurement guide that we use to measure garments without an existing military size chart:

14"-15" PtP = XXS

16-17" PtP = Extra Small

18"-19" PtP = Small

20-21" PtP = Medium

22-23" PtP = Large

24-25" PtP = Extra Large

26-27" PtP = XXL

28-29" PtP = 3XL

Pant Sizing

We typically convert pants to US waist and inseam sizes. If a pair of pants is between sizes, we mark it one size down. For example, if a pair of pants measures as a 33 waist, it is marked as a 32 waist.

To take these measurements we lay a pair of pants flat on the ground. We then measure across the waist and double the measurement. For example, if a pair of pants measures 16" across the waist it will fit a US 32 waist.

To determine inseam we measure from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff. For example, it a pair of pants measures 30" from the crotch seam to the bottom of the cuff we will list it as a 30 inseam or 30L.

Surplus Condition Guide

  1. Unissued
  2. These items are brand new. They may sometimes exhibit signs of storage. They may be new in their original factory packaging, but most times will not be. 
  3. Issued; Good / Issued
  4. These items are in issued/used condition but are fully functional. This grade of surplus item may also exhibit signs of use such as stampings, small stains or general dirtiness.
  5. Issued items will not have missing or broken buttons, zippers or be missing any functional components unless noted as such in the product description. Any items you purchase that are marked as "Issued; Good" but exhibit these defects will be replaced free of charge by Americana Pipedream.
  6. Grade 2
  7. These items are in issued/used condition but have defects that impede function. This may include missing buttons, broken zippers, holes and tears. They may also be missing components.
  8. This is the lowest grade of surplus item that we carry and they are not eligible for returns or exchanges due to condition.
Prop 65 Warning

All products that are NOT INTENDED FOR CONSUMPTION OR NOT FOOD PRODUCTS fall under this warning:

“WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer.” WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.”

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