{"product_id":"1965-pattern-u-s-vietnam-war-pattern-20mm-nylon-webbing-military-watch-strap-2","title":"1965 Pattern U.S Vietnam War Pattern 20mm Nylon Webbing Military Watch Strap","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"304\" data-start=\"224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"247\" data-start=\"224\"\u003eSKU: US\/ORP\/20KHKSS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"250\" data-start=\"247\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"304\" data-start=\"250\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"304\" data-start=\"224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"304\" data-start=\"250\"\u003eVietnam-Era U.S. Military Watch Strap – 20mm Khaki\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"541\" data-start=\"306\"\u003eThese straps were originally manufactured in 1965 and issued in both 16mm and 18mm widths for military watches of the era. They were used on timepieces from brands such as \u003cstrong data-end=\"488\" data-start=\"478\"\u003eBenrus\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"502\" data-start=\"490\"\u003eWestclox\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"516\" data-start=\"504\"\u003eHamilton\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-end=\"528\" data-start=\"518\"\u003eBulova\u003c\/strong\u003e, and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"758\" data-start=\"543\"\u003eFaithfully reproduced to match the original \u003cstrong data-end=\"662\" data-start=\"587\"\u003eU.S. military specification MIL-S-46383A1 WRIST: INSTRUMENT (June 1965)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this strap remains true to the authentic design and materials used during the Vietnam War era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"760\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"760\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"846\" data-start=\"782\"\u003e1.2mm thick premium ballistic nylon for exceptional durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"895\" data-start=\"849\"\u003eReinforced high-quality stitching throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"958\" data-start=\"898\"\u003eFixed nylon keeper loop in compliance with MIL-S-46383\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1025\" data-start=\"961\"\u003eStainless steel fasteners for secure, corrosion-resistant wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1081\" data-start=\"1028\"\u003eLength: 254mm (10\") – suitable for most wrist sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eDesign Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1560\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eWhile the core design of the strap remained consistent over two decades, some minor tweaks occurred, particularly in buckle finishes and stitching reinforcements. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003eHeritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eUsed with a wide range of U.S. military-issue watches during the Vietnam era and into the Cold War period, these straps became iconic in both form and function. They continue to be favored by military enthusiasts, collectors, and professionals who appreciate historical accuracy blended with modern practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1281\" data-start=\"1083\"\u003eThe final two images show the original Vietnam-era watch these straps were used with, alongside a bundle of straps in their period packaging—highlighting the authenticity and heritage of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MWC - Military Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52744640528714,"sku":"US\/ORP\/20KHKSS","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1140\/1866\/files\/US_ORP_18KHKSS-23-09-MWC-US-ORP-18KHKSS-Web-1500.jpg?v=1695908075","url":"https:\/\/mwcwatch.com\/products\/1965-pattern-u-s-vietnam-war-pattern-20mm-nylon-webbing-military-watch-strap-2","provider":"MWC - Military Watch Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}