shrapneldude Posted April 26, 2012 Author Share #26 Posted April 26, 2012 I have not come across any "loose" ones, however the EGA iron-stencil is still readily available as surplus, as they were used up until the late 1990's. I still remember ironing mine on at OCS. It wouldn't be tough to find some leftover material and make your own if you wanted one. S/F, Mike Not really what i was talking about. Anyone could conceivably fabricate these, sure but making your own sort of defeats the purpose of collecting. No, I was just wondering if there was any old stock supply of these diamond patches that never found their way onto helmet covers. Also, the iron-on EGA's were used up to the early 00's. I'd really like to get a copy of the Marine Corps Supply Bulletin referenced in the Gazette. Gunbunny - thank you for posting your patch. :thumbsup: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmcaviator Posted April 27, 2012 Share #27 Posted April 27, 2012 Not really what i was talking about. Anyone could conceivably fabricate these, sure but making your own sort of defeats the purpose of collecting. No, I was just wondering if there was any old stock supply of these diamond patches that never found their way onto helmet covers. Also, the iron-on EGA's were used up to the early 00's. I'd really like to get a copy of the Marine Corps Supply Bulletin referenced in the Gazette. Gunbunny - thank you for posting your patch. :thumbsup: Shrapdude, I think the point I was getting to was that you wouldnt be able to tell one that was made yesterday and one that was made 40 years ago. S/F, Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrapneldude Posted April 28, 2012 Author Share #28 Posted April 28, 2012 Shrapdude,I think the point I was getting to was that you wouldnt be able to tell one that was made yesterday and one that was made 40 years ago. S/F, Mike Fair enough. The Gazette kind of made it sound like these were produced separately and in the supply system for issue rather than something that would be manufactured locally, though to your point, it would have been just as easily done one way as the other. Knowing what we do about the Marine Corps, I just wonder if they didn't pay some contractor somewhere to create these diamond patches by the thousands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WW2collector97 Posted April 29, 2012 Share #29 Posted April 29, 2012 Very nice document you have there. We have always wondered about these covers, but now we know! Now I just need to find one on eBay... :whistling: -Timothy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ETO Posted April 30, 2012 Share #30 Posted April 30, 2012 Greetings: Here is my "diamond EGA patch" cover with what appears to be captains bars applied with medical tape.(not sure). As mentioned by sharpneldude, this pattern has the "diamond"on both the green and brown side. Very informative thread. Best Regards Zeke Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ETO Posted April 30, 2012 Share #31 Posted April 30, 2012 Here is the stitching through the back of the green side where the diamond has been applied to the brown side Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrapneldude Posted April 30, 2012 Author Share #32 Posted April 30, 2012 Thanks, ETO. Very nice and clear photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted April 30, 2012 Share #33 Posted April 30, 2012 Just curious - have any patch collectors on the forum ever come across these diamond patches "loose" i.e. not sewn to a helmet cover? Yes.....I found a small bundle of these at a surplus store in Memphis probably 15 years ago. I think there were 6 patches and all had the edges folded and sewn so all one had to do is simply sew it to a helmet cover. I had a binder with at least $10,000.00 worth of airborne, special forces, AAF Squadron patches and many others as well as these USMC patches. A life long collection. Took it to the Memphis Military Collectors Club to show a friend something he wanted to see. While in an adjacent room for the nights program someone stole my collection. That was the only time I've ever seen any of those outside a Militaria Show. Ronnie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmaher55 Posted April 30, 2012 Share #34 Posted April 30, 2012 Here's one of mine from a thread way back.......... http://www.usmilitariaforum.com/forums/ind...amp;mode=linear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WARPONY Posted May 11, 2012 Share #35 Posted May 11, 2012 does anyone have one of these green patches they would like to sell? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harlan Posted May 12, 2012 Share #36 Posted May 12, 2012 I just came across one for sale on ebay if anyone is interested - http://www.ebay.com/itm/WWII-M1-1st-patter...=item564a27afec Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc grunt Posted April 4, 2013 Share #37 Posted April 4, 2013 This is an original first pattern WWII USMC cover that has both the early ega stenciled directly onto the cover and the later ega stenciled on a 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" square that is sewn on both the brown and green side at a cant. Both the earlier and the later ega on the green side are visible (note that the sewn on ega is positioned lower). The later ega on the brown side was sewn directly over the earlier stenciled ega (note that it is sewn higher than the one on the green side). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
combat-helmets Posted April 4, 2013 Share #38 Posted April 4, 2013 I'm glad you resurrected this thread Grunt ( and almost a year ago too)! I missed this the first time around. I have a weak spot for the USMC covers, and have expanded on that quite a bit lately. In regards to these diamond patch covers, I never gave them much thought. I never knew they were "regulation" issue. I thought they were field produced, and therefore never really had an eye on grabbing any. Of course I'm in the process of getting one now, and I would love to get a Mitchell Pattern one. So I have my eyes open and feelers out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jba1973 Posted November 4, 2013 Share #39 Posted November 4, 2013 Here are some photos of one that I picked up that is 1953 dated and extra salty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zotig111 Posted November 6, 2013 Share #40 Posted November 6, 2013 Jba1973, Thanks for bringing this thread to the surface again. I can't tell you how many of the "WWII USMC" helmets I have seen at shows lately. When you try to discretely correct the error with the vendor they tell you to go pound sand. This is a perfect reference to set folks straight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronnie Posted November 7, 2013 Share #41 Posted November 7, 2013 I have not come across any "loose" ones, however the EGA iron-stencil is still readily available as surplus, as they were used up until the late 1990's. I still remember ironing mine on at OCS. It wouldn't be tough to find some leftover material and make your own if you wanted one. S/F, Mike Yes I found a small bundle of these at a surplus store in Memphis bout 15 years ago. I placed them in my binder of special forces and airborne patch collection. Then the binder was stolen at the Memphis Military Collectors Club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anton67 Posted November 9, 2013 Share #42 Posted November 9, 2013 Sorry for the late response. Here is my "diamond EGA patch" cover. It is a 2nd pattern (holes in the flaps) and in excellent condition. I love these covers. Unfortunately it is the only one in my collection. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtdorango Posted November 9, 2013 Share #43 Posted November 9, 2013 Nice!...a couple of beauties being shown!!....i love these diamond covers too.....mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dskjl Posted November 9, 2013 Share #44 Posted November 9, 2013 I have two dozen USMC camo covers and still have not found one with the patch. The search continues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anton67 Posted November 9, 2013 Share #45 Posted November 9, 2013 The ever elusive diamond patch cover. I know what you mean. It took me a while but I got a really nice one and a great deal. When you least expect it, it will happen for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_hinch Posted February 18, 2014 Share #46 Posted February 18, 2014 I pulled the trigger on this today. Everything looks good to me, but let me know if I screwed up! Bryan. 321326543087.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted February 18, 2014 Share #47 Posted February 18, 2014 I pulled the trigger on this today. Everything looks good to me, but let me know if I screwed up! Bryan. Looks good. If I saw it I would have brought it. Let me know if you ever want to sell it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_hinch Posted February 18, 2014 Share #48 Posted February 18, 2014 Thanks Justin. These aren't in my "comfort zone", so looking for a little affirmation or criticism. Seemed like a great deal! Bryan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgtdorango Posted February 18, 2014 Share #49 Posted February 18, 2014 can you post a photo?...i cant get that external link to work and i really want to see it!......mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_hinch Posted February 18, 2014 Share #50 Posted February 18, 2014 Thanks Mike. Photos coming down range ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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