Item Description
Original Items. Only One Set Available. This is an extremely scarce set of P-1915 Left & Right ammo pouches for use with the Pattern 1908 web equipment. Both sets are marked 5 AUSTRALIA indicating issue to ANZAC Troops during World War I. Finding any WWI gear marked to Australia or New Zealand is extremely difficult, making this a truly scarce set, which would be great combined with the rest of the set.
The 1908 equipment, when fully assembled, formed a single piece, and could be put on or taken off like a jacket. Ammunition was stored in two sets of pouches attached to the belt at the front, and the straps from these passed over the shoulders, crossing diagonally at the back. The large pack, or "valise", or the haversack could be attached to these diagonal straps, thus spreading their weight. The "D" shaped buckles and the strap ends were made of brass. The Haversack would have carried: rations, a mess tin, a white towel, wool shirt, wool socks, a holdall, and a rifle cleaning kit. The holdall would have carried a spoon, knife, fork, button stick, shaving brush, hair comb, toothbrush, razor, a bar of soap, and spare boot laces.
The buttons on the pouches are all workings, but there is verdigris on many of the metal fittings. The leather is also a bit worn in places, but it is all still pliable and will look great on a display.
An extremely scarce set, ready for further research and display.
- This product is available for international shipping.
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