US Desert Storm Military Collectibles Price Guide

UNIFORMS/GEAR OF DESERT STORM/IRAQI FREEDOM Desert Storm was a very different war than those fought in previous times. Advances in technology delivered pin-point accuracy missiles and TV cameras to every aspect of the fight. Advances in military uniforms were also introduced. The desert nature of the terrain demanded the use of desert camouflage. Chemical threats and night vision also required modifications to the clothing so as to better manage the challenges posed by the enemy.

This page provides a comprehensive look at the uniforms from the period.

1991 US AIR FORCE DESERT TUNIC - This was the standard field desert wear for the US Air Force. Three color camouflage. Four pocket construction. Complete with rank and unit patches.	US ARMY M9 PHROBIS III BAYONET - This is a bayonet made by Buck knives. Hard plastic handle. Heavy duty blade with a serrated edge. Complete with the scabbard.	US ARMY HELICOPTER GENTEX SPH-4AF PILOT HELMET - This is a fiberglass helmet used by Army helicopter pilots. Complete with all the electronics. Clear and dark lenses roll into place. Manufactured by Gentex.

US ARMY 16TH CORPS CHALLENGE COIN - This challenge coin shows four different logos on one side. The reverse reads "Recognition of excellence" and has two different army ranks.	US ARMY 1ST INFANTRY DIVISION CHALLENGE COIN - This is a shield shape coin. A large red number one is displayed on one side. The reverse reads "Presented for excellence" and displays a US Army rank.	US INFANTRY BRAVE RIFLES CHALLENGE COIN - This coin has an enamel center which displays crossed swords on the front. The words "125 years of service to the nation" are written above the swords.	US COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY ROTC CHALLENGE COIN - This is a challange coin that was issued to members of the ROTC of the University of Colorado.

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