This is a fascinating Mitchell camouflage shirt that embodies the unique charm of locally sourced items from the Vietnam War era. It is made from shelter half fabric.

This item is believed to be a locally made piece based on the OG-107 utility shirt, utilizing the Mitchell-pattern shelter half fabric widely used by the U.S. military.It is believed to have been tailored for soldiers at tailor shops in Okinawa or Vietnam, and is a piece that embodies the creative freedom and practicality unique to the battlefields of that era. It is a locally made item that was frequently used by U.S. Marines for personal procurement.

The Mitchell camouflage pattern, adopted by the U.S. military in the 1950s, is a classic camouflage design primarily used for helmet covers and shelter halves. Although it was not originally intended for clothing, numerous examples exist of soldiers on the battlefield dismantling shelter halves to tailor them into jackets, hats, and shirts.

This item follows that tradition, featuring a striking leaf pattern dominated by vivid green. The reverse side reveals a cloud pattern dominated by brown, making it immediately clear that shelter half fabric was used—a charming detail.

Furthermore, it is tailored in a simple shirt style reminiscent of the OG-107 utility shirt, strongly retaining the atmosphere of a private purchase likely ordered by soldiers themselves in the field.

In recent years, locally made items from the Vietnam War era have been disappearing from the market year by year, and pieces made from Shelter Half fabric, in particular, have become increasingly popular among collectors. The free-spirited designs that differ from standard issue items and the unique character of each one-of-a-kind piece are arguably the greatest appeal of this type of item.

The item shows signs of use, with fading and minor scratches. There is also relatively significant damage to the chest area, but we plan to repair this before shipping. Please contact us after purchase if you wish to proceed with the repair. We will restore it to a wearable condition while ensuring the vintage atmosphere remains intact.

This is a Vietnam War-era item with a unique, atmospheric charm, featuring a background specific to locally made pieces that is not found in standard issue items.

Product Name: Vietnam War Era, Locally Made Mitchell Camouflage Shirt
Country of Manufacture: Vietnam or Okinawa (locally made, estimated)
Date: Late 1960s to early
1970s Camouflage: Mitchell Pattern (made from shelter half fabric)
Material: Cotton
Base:OG-107 Utility Shirt Cut

This is a used item. Signs of wear, fading, and minor scratches are visible throughout. There is damage to the chest area, but we will ship it after performing repairs.

Please note that returns are not accepted for used items.

Size (flat measurement)

Shoulder width: 44 cm

Chest: 54 cm

Length: 70 cm

Sleeve length: 59 cm