1950s Japanese-Made US AF 71st Fighter-Interceptor Squadron Patch

This is a circa 1950s Japanese-made squadron patch made for the United States Air Force's 71st Fighter-Interceptor Squadron, which flew both F-86 and F-102 aircraft. The patch is round with an extension off the top and shows a missile with a winged iron glove at center. The patch reads 71st FTR. IN. GP. SQ.

Circa 1950s.

5-3/4" height and 4" width.

Fully embroidered patch with multi-colored cotton threads.

This is from a United States Air Force patch collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MEJX97 LAGEX TRAGEX11/11

6 (Fine+): Patch has two spots where the patch is slightly frayed and the overall color is somewhat compromised.

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.