Late 1960s USAF 493rd Tactical Fighter Squadron Jacket Patch NATO Japanese-Made
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Late 1960s USAF 493rd Tactical Fighter Squadron Jacket Patch NATO Japanese-Made

Code: afsq60493tfs


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ARTIFACT: This is a circa late 1960s jacket patch for the United States Air Force 493rd Tactical Fighter Squadron (493rd TFS). From 1960 until 1972, the squadron worked in conjunction with NATO and USAFE and flew F-100 aircraft. The embroidered yellow twill patch is Japanese-made.

VINTAGE: Circa late 1960s.

SIZE: Approximately 4-5/8" in height and 3-5/8" in width.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Twill embroidered cotton/polyester threads, cloth backing.

ATTACHMENT: None.

MARKINGS: None.

ITEM NOTES: This is from a United States Air Force tactical fighter squadron jacket patch collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. MAJV13 LHEX10/13 SGJX6/16

CONDITION: 8- (Very Fine-Excellent): The patch has only light wear and creasing.

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