High quality reproduction, made in USA, of the most common strap used by US paratroopers to secure USM3 trench knives or Hawkins mines to the leg and other gear to themselves during the jump and combat. Seen on numerous period photographs in Normandy on D-Day, Holland...
Made in cotton 3/4" webbing sewn to an ORIGINAL black steel retention buckle, riveted with an original black rivet, and "end capped" with the correct rare black steel "C" tip. Straps are 23.5" long (60cm).
Features: 3/4” cotton webbing (230lbs break strength) 3/4” steel buckle 3/4” steel C tip 1/4" original black rivet SEE SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON WITH ORIGINAL WHITE COT STRAP
Prior to d-day many american paratroopers were not issued "standard" general purpose straps so they scrounged straps from where ever they could find them. See the attached original photos of paratroopers prior to D-Day that are clearly seen using these white straps.
Standard issue black compass used by US officers and US airborne troops, carried in a waterproofed canvas case (not included). Works perfectly. Black metal case.
US duffel bag, perfect to carry all your military equipment. 100% Cotton, size 105 x 60 cm.
This is a larger and sturdier bag in green canvas, adopted in 1943. It had a shoulder strap and the neck closure could be padlocked.
Allround seabag with enough storage capacity - carrying handle - carrying strap
Genuine WWII pair of US Technical Sergeant rank insignia, for combat uniform or service dress uniform.
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