{"product_id":"the-real-mccoy-s-neckerchief-man-s-knitted","title":"Neckerchief Man S Knitted","description":"\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOur NECKERCHIEF, MAN'S, KNITTED has been made from a soft handled 6.5oz cotton cloth.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOur sinker knit fabric replicates stretchy jersey fabric that was developed shortly after the beginning of the Vietnam War.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe introduction of the neckerchief to US soldiers followed Australia's entry into the war.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAustralian combat units utilised an absorbent cotton neckerchief, which served as the inspiration for its adoption within the US army.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSubsequently, a formal request was made to the Tropical Combat Uniform board.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollowing the request, the experimental neckerchief would be meticulously crafted using cotton T-shirt material, dyed in OG (olive green), and knitted in a durable tubular, double-ply design.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrior to widespread distribution among troops, these neckerchiefs underwent rigorous testing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol of the 1st Infantry Division, operating in the III Corps area of the Republic of Vietnam, trialed the neckerchief for a period of approximately 1 to 2 months.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAfter completing the trial period, feedback was resoundingly positive and it was deemed acceptable for combat units.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn supporting production, their responses were that beyond managing perspiration, it provided crucial sun protection during the day and defence against insects during the night.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe stretchy and absorbent nature of this versatile neckerchief proved to be an invaluable asset in the challenging tropical jungle conditions of Vietnam.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCotton Fabric, 6.5 oz. (Sinker Knit Fabric)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCotton Sewing Thread Construction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Real McCoy's\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bandana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/therealmccoys.com\/products\/neckerchief-mans-knitted_060-yellow?variant=45808250683650\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003eView at retailer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Real McCoy's","offers":[{"title":"F","offer_id":53143163830551,"sku":"MA25007","price":40.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0992\/5994\/1143\/files\/MA25007_YLW_1123.jpg?v=1777517684","url":"https:\/\/therightgarment.com\/products\/the-real-mccoy-s-neckerchief-man-s-knitted","provider":"The Right Garment","version":"1.0","type":"link"}