Original U.S. Early Vietnam War Parachute with Harness and Reserve Chute By Mills Manufacturing Corporation Russian Army abbreviated in German as the

abbreviated in German as the DLV e

These saw active service in the Spanish American War of 1898 especially in the tropical climate in Cuba

which is why it was repainted

The grooves are definitely darker

so the pin has nothing to look into

Original U.S. Early Vietnam War Parachute with Harness and Reserve Chute By Mills Manufacturing Corporation Russian Army abbreviated in German as theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is what appears to be a complete Vietnam War Personnel Parachute with Reserve Chute manufactured by the Mills Manufacturing Corporation. Condition is as seen in photos. Riser has original data label with part number 59C6174 along with multiple other markings including a December, 1966 date. The chute and reserve chute are still contained in the original heavy cardboard box. USAF parachute types in use in Korea,