Original US Marine Corps issued, named, and well worn P53 HBT Utility Shirt.
100% mid-weight cotton Herringbone Twill with SERIOUS signs of genuine wear. These tops were worn during the Korean War as well into the early stages of the Vietnam War. One button is a USMC metal button, while the rest are issued plastic buttons. Large connecting tears / hole in the wearers right breast pocket into the hem opening, light fade throughout with an original name stencil “SAHRLE” above the wearers left breast pocket, also featuring original rank insignia stencil’s to each sleeve and of course the famous USMC EGA (Eagle, Globe, and Anchor) on the wearers left breast pocket. Faintly marked sizing inside below the collar. Heavy staining to the sleeves as well as some snags and rips. If you’re looking for the genuine combat look, this is the top for you. Great research opportunity as well!
Flat garment measurements (inches):Chest: 41" (20.5” P2P)Length: 25”Arm: 23"
