Original South Vietnamese Vietnam War ARVN Biet-Dong-Quan Rangers Airborne Beret - Bullion Insignia Uniforms though they are not present

though they are not present in this example

The hilt finish has some oxidation

as they were not made after 1861

Very gentle wear to this one with just some of the stitching showing on the inside

This bayonet began its life as an Austrian-made bayonet for the Mannlicher model 1888 straight pull bolt action Rifle

Original South Vietnamese Vietnam War ARVN Biet-Dong-Quan Rangers Airborne Beret - Bullion Insignia Uniforms though they are not presentOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a choice maroon BDQ Airborne Beret as used by the Army of the Republic of Vietnam. It has a gorgeous bullion cap badge for the Biet Dong Quan Rangers (BDQ) on the front with a single wing sitting atop an arrow over a wreath. The hat shows considerable age from honest period wear, with signs of being worn in a hot, humid environment. The Original Plastic Crown sweat shield has since become brittle and has