Our Story
Actually, ‘Surplus’ (Military Surplus, that is!) is our middle name!
Beginning in 1946, when we supplied the original Mr. Roberts starring Henry Fonda on Broadway with U.S. Navy WWII issue military surplus uniforms (What else?!), we’ve continued an unbroken - - - thread supplying many of America’s most renowned theater productions.
In 1955, with the advent of television, we supplied The Phil Silvers Show starring the comedian Phil Silvers as Master Sergeant Ernie Bilko with U.S. Army Korean War issue khaki military surplus uniforms.
Over the years since, Kaufman’s Uniforms & Props Rental Division has supplied hundreds of
off-Broadway, college and regional theaters Nationwide as well as popular television shows and major film productions with military surplus uniforms, props and equipment.
We're much more than just another Website!
Kaufman Surplus Inc. operates Kaufman’s Army & Navy, one of the oldest Military Surplus stores in the United States and the oldest in New York City.
We specialize in original new and used military surplus uniforms, equipment and insignia from the United States Armed Forces and many foreign countries.
Military collectors and enthusiasts from all over the world are daily visitors to our 42nd Street store.
Professional Costume Designers, Prop Specialists and Set Designers for theater, film and television rely on us practically every day!
So, you’re invited to stop by our store on your next trip to New York City, where you’ll likely see something new and soak up some history too.
Check out our extensive selection of genuine Military Surplus as well as many terrifically well-designed CHECKPOINT CHARLIE™ items that are exclusively ours!
We welcome your comments and inquiries as we go Online and bring our store to you!