1937 pattern webbing ww2 weapons. An original 1943 Dated British Army 1937 Economy Pattern Webbing Belt in well used condition. Complete with as woorn together brace straps ( not quite a pair ) . This webbing took into account the more vehicle based and An original Second World War British Army austerity pattern 1937 pattern webbing waist belt which belonged to 1623356 R H Coxon who served with The Green Howards (Alexandra, This exciting new book is the first to look in detail at all aspects of the 1937 Pattern Webbing set in British and Empire service. Various dates The items listed below are a representative sample of the Holsters, Carriers, Pouches, and other pieces of miscellaneous webbing that were designed to be attached to and carried by W. Note in particular the white coloured version used in the The basic webbing set (Battle Order) consisted of a web-waist belt with cross brace shoulder straps linked to ammunition pouches on the lower chest; which hung from either the waist belt or straps the 1908 pattern 1937 pattern web equipment (also known as '37 webbing'), officially known as "Equipment, Web 1937" and "Pattern 1937 Equipment" [1] was the British military load-carrying equipment used PATTERN 37 WEBBING. E. In this episode we look at 1937 pattern equipment as worn in the early stages of the second World War in North West Blancoed webbing belt . When 37 pattern webbing was introduced the military recognised that not all troops needed the large box pouches designed to hold Bren Gun magazines. -GENERAL The Pattern 1937 Equipment has been designed to meet modern conditions of warfare. The condition of each pouch varies, as do the markings / dates but they are however still in RAF 37 Pattern Webbing set, RAF webbing set of 1937 pattern, consisting of belt, two mk3 ammo pouches, bayonet frog, cross straps and water bottle in cradle. , British Army 1937 Pattern web equipment of the type used during the Second World War. The larger being produced for the larger . Together with matching clean 1937 pattern ammunition pouch dated 1942 . Equip yourself at Soldier of Fortune. used condition . used condition with minor cut . Australian members of Blancoed webbing belt . This pattern of webbing belt came into issue with the British Army in 1938 and saw use throughout the Second World War as well as in the post Reprint of The Pattern 1937 Web Equipment dated from 1939. Clearly stamped MECo. This was often done for An original 1943 Dated British Army 1937 Economy Pattern Webbing Belt in excellent condition. Manufacture The Pattern 1937 web equipment was designed for the most part as an improved version of the Pattern 1908 web equipment. From the 1908 Pattern Webbing to the modern PLCE (Personal Load Carrying Authentic WW2 Gear: Original 1937 Pattern Ammunition Pouches used by British soldiers during World War II, each pouch dated with wartime markings. Description 124) A good original WW2 pattern bayonet frog. The Pattern 37 (P37) webbing equipment was the primary British and Commonwealth load bearing system of WW2. In the early 1930s it was decided to replace the 1908 pattern webbing as it was thought that in the next war infantrymen would be part of a motorized and mechanized army rather than fighting in trenchers. The belt was 2¼ inches wide and made in three lengths, 44, 50 and 56 inches. Was £80 now £65 The Webbing Large Pack and its’ cross straps are survivors from the 1908 Pattern Webbing. *FREE* shipping on PATTERN 1937 WEB EQUIPMENT Despite advances made by other nations in the design of military equipment, Australian forces continued to be supplied with surplus Second World War stores for 15 years or more. Unlike American and other nations’ webbing systems it had larger “general purpose” pouches suitable for Great deals on reenactment gear for British WW2. This pattern of webbing belt came into issue with the British Army in 1938 and saw use throughout the Second World War. It has a soldier service number markings to the rear. This pattern of belt came into issue with the British Army during 1943 as an economy version of the standard 1937 pattern belt. Like the earlier 1908 pattern webbing equipment of the First World War, the 1937 pattern was constructed of pre-shrunk canvas, a very durable Examples of 1937 Pattern webbing may be found displayed in context throuout the World War 2 and Post 1945 galleries. (ISBN: 9798559979939) from Amazon's Book Store. *FREE* 1937 Pattern Web Equipment (also known as '37 Webbing' or P37 Webbing) was an item of military load-carrying equipment. We had initially though that this was unissued but looking closely a very light layer Khaki webbing holster . It was designed to replace the earlier 1908 Please find below our selection of both reproduction and original WW2/post war British Equipment including our popular British Webbing Sets. Introduced just before the Second World War the 1937 Pattern set would see service with Tan blancoed webbing belt . Worn condition . 1937 pattern web equipment (also known as '37 webbing'), officially known as "Equipment, Web 1937" and "Pattern 1937 Equipment" [1] was the British military load-carrying equipment used during the Second World War. It was like a backpack and belt system all in one! This equipment replaced older versions from 1908 and 1937 pattern web equipment (also known as '37 webbing'), officially known as "Equipment, Web 1937" and "Pattern 1937 Equipment" [1] was the British military load-carrying equipment used Great deals on reenactment gear for British WW2. I have now got a complete set of RAF webbing to make up a set for marching order and over the coming months we Pattern 37 WE The Pattern 1937 Web Equipment or '37 Pattern webbing as it was known as, and was developed during the 1930's to replace the 1908 webbing that was used during the first world war. 0 1 The 1937 Pattern Web Equipment, often called '37 Webbing', was a special set of gear used by soldiers to carry their supplies. British Army WW1 WW2 Webbing Equipment 1908 Pattern 1937 Pattern The RAF 1937 Pattern webbing set included all the main components of its army counterpart. This webbing replaced the 1908 Pattern webbing and was used throughout the Second World War by British and Empire Forces as the standard issue webbing until the introduction of the 1958 Pattern webbing. Various shades . the belt is in good order. Internal 1944 date stamp The 1937 Pattern Web Equipment: Mills Webbing (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) by Terence J. A typical rifle platoon soldier would need "Driver Pouches" were an option for guards and drivers that needed basic ammunition types and in a seated position. Original Items: Very Few Available. Designed to evenly distribute weight and offer reliable support, these straps were a key Collecting Australian 1937 pattern webbing in the UK is challenging as some items are very hard to find (others, conversely are quite commongo figure!), so it has taken me a WW2 set of 1937 pattern webbing with pair of pouches, webbing belt, two belts cross straps, l in Auction 284 - Weapons, Medals and Mi (4 Feb 2025) The Pattern 1937 web equipment was designed for the most part as an improved version of the Pattern 1908 web equipment. The new webbing set was just beginning to be adopted when World War II broke out and would quickly become the dominant set in British service, including being adopted by the RAF and Royal Navy. Rear brace buckles . Like the earlier 1908 pattern webbing equipment of the First World War, the 1937 pattern was constructed of pre-shrunk canvas, a very durable 1937 Battle Order webbing set by GSE (General Service Equipment) This 1937 battle webbing set would have been similar to what a Combat Infantry man would have worn when they fought on For airborne forces the predominant issue of webbing from 1940 to the late 1950s was the 1937 Pattern Web Equipment Set. Faint internal issue stamps for 1942 . Was £65 now £60 There were two standard patterns of Web Pistol Cases produced during the war. Front brass 1937 pattern buckle Part set of webbing consisting webbing belt - Pair of shoulder straps - Near pair of webbing utility pouches - felt covered waterbottle and webbing cradle . This is a 37 pattern frog and in excellent used powder Blancoed condition. WW2 British, 1937 Pattern Webbing Large Pack and Pair of ‘L’ Straps, 1940, Dunkirk Era. : Amazon. ] on Amazon. Download it once and read it Tan blancoed webbing belt . This particular holster is very The 1937 Pattern Web Equipment: Mills Webbing (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) eBook : Evans, Terence J. It would be modified The items listed below are a representative sample of the Holsters, Carriers, Pouches, and other pieces of miscellaneous webbing that were designed to be attached to and carried by W. . Some oxidation to the brass parts which can be seen in the photos for more details. It was realised that “ personnel armed with rifles, other than infantry ” required The Mills Pattern 1908 Webbing Equipment (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) [Evans, Terence J. Troops such as drivers, 1944 Pattern Webbing was the standard webbing equipment that came into service at the end of World War II and in the post-war period up to the 1960s. Collecting early dated British webbing can be difficult 24) A good original wartime economy British army 1937 pattern webbing waist belt. *FREE* shipping on Khaki webbing holster . 38 holster. (ISBN: 9798346167136) British Army 1937 Pattern web equipment of the type used during the Second World War. Fits a Colt 1911 Auto Pistol . Faint internal issue stamps . The belt is in good used condition. co. This belt belonged to Major B D Ashton who was a member of the Royal Army Service Corps in the inter-war period and served throughout the Second A VERY RARE ORIGINAL WW2 BRITISH ARMY 1939 PATTERN ENTRENCHING TOOL CLEARLY MAKER MARKED AND DATED 1940 /|\, THIS WAS PART OF THE 1937 PATTERN WEBBING KIT AND WOULD HAVE 1937 Pattern marching compass Webbing Pouch. This example is Indian made An original British Army 1937 Pattern webbing belt dating from the Second World War. au: Kindle StoreThere British WW2 1937 webbing is essential for carrying our ammo, water bottle and other gear for when you are out on a reenactment. It was designed to replace the earlier 1937 Pattern Webbing and was an British military webbing has played a vital role in equipping soldiers for combat, ensuring they have accessible storage for essential gear. It has markings to the rear which are unreadable. uk: BooksThere have been An original pair of 1937 pattern webbing brace attachments dating from the Second World War. Both items green blancoed Trials of the new Pattern were conducted in 1937, though they must also have been able to draw on some results from the Braithwaite Committee Trials. Everything from MKVII water bottle with Green felt cover for WW2 1937 webbing and Pattern 1937 Web Equipment. Evans (Author) 4. Buy The 1937 Pattern Web Equipment: Mills Webbing: Colour Edition (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) by Evans, Terence J. Reproduction British Colt Ammunition Pouch A reproduction of the WW2 twin cell ammunition/magazine pouches produced for the British Army for use with Colt 1911/Browning An original 1937 pattern British Army webbing belt in good condition and in a larger size. Two 1-inch The 1937 Pattern Web Equipment: Mills Webbing (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) eBook : Evans, Terence J. Durable Construction: Made from high-quality, robust cotton webbing, designed to This early war set of Canadian-made Pattern 1937 officer's webbing was listed on eBay a while back, and included a 1939 dated (maker's mark listed as unreadable) . 455 1937 Pattern haversack, khaki CHAPTER 1. Various dates Following the first, critically acclaimed, volume in the Webbing at War series which covered 1937 pattern equipment, this volume looks at the other sets of webbing used by British forces in the Second World War. This is in mostly good condition. We have a range of Shovels & Covers, Bags & Packs and other personal items. March into history with these Original British 37 Pattern Cross Straps, the perfect way to complete your WW2 British infantry impression. 1937 An original British Army 1937 Pattern webbing belt dating from the Second World War. Side stitched seam only used on this pattern of holster . Product Description The British 1937 Pattern Web Equipment, often referred to simply as "1937 Pattern" or "37 Patt," was a set of webbing gear used by the British Army during World War II. Together with matching clean 1937 pattern belt . This belt belonged to Major B D Ashton who was a member of the Royal Army Service Corps in the inter-war period and served throughout the Second The basic 1937 pattern webbing equipment was of a pre-shrunk dyed in the weave webbing which rendered the material virtually waterproof, and in the field this was treated with 'Blanco' to colour the material green to aid Buy The Mills Pattern 1937 Webbing (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) by Evans, Terence J. These are all fantastic condition “Basic Pouches” as used with the British 1937 Pattern web equipment. It replaced the 1908 Pattern and 1925 Pattern—on which it was based—and was Officer’s 37 Pattern Haversack The 1937 pattern webbing system was the first set of personal load bearing equipment used by the British Army that was designed to be adaptable for use by all arms from its inception. the outside has a nice even layer of wartime applied Tan webbing belt . Rear brace buckles removed possibly for Officer use. Front brass 1937 pattern buckle . com. Straps were narrowed down from two inches; new pouches reduced the surface area of webbing in contact with the 1937 Original webbing Belt Original Lighly blancoed light pea green British made Brass buckles and sliders Size Normal to fit a maximum waist size of 34" Please note we have more than one so it will not be the exact one in picture 1937 Pattern Web Equipment Basic Components and Specialized Equipment Waistbelt The focal point of 1937 Web Equipment was the waistbelt. Shown here is the minimal For sale is a WW2 British Army/ RAF 1937 Pattern Blanco Blue/ Grey Belt. It is a size S and has lovely clear makers details and 1941 date. The 1937 Pattern Web Equipment: Mills Webbing (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) - Kindle edition by Evans, Terence J. Everything from 1937 Tan Browning Twin Pistol Mag Pouch by Kay Canvas and 1908/1937 Webbing Large Pack by Kay canvas to 1937 Original WW2 Indian Made 1937 Pattern Pistol Holder Rare Original WW2 Dated 1943 D-Day Pattern Special Troops Battle Jerkin Original 1942 Dated British Army 1908 Pattern Large 1937 Pattern Web Equipment (also known as '37 Webbing') was an item of military load-carrying equipment. It replaced the 1908 Pattern and 1925 Pattern—on which it An original British Army 1937 pattern webbing belt dating from the Second World War. Faint dates . , Webbing Manufacturers’ Codes Throughout the Second World War a large number of new companies, that had never made webbing before, received military contracts. This pattern of webbing belt came into issue with the British Army in 1938 and saw use throughout the Second World War as well as in the post Ack-Ack MilitariaWW2 British, 1937 Pattern Webbing Pistol and Ammunition Pouch, 1943. It consisted of a belt, cross straps, two An original 1937 pattern webbing belt which was made in India during the Second World War. The Mills Pattern 1937 Webbing (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) [Evans, Terence J. Mechanization, the introduction of the Bren Pattern '37 Bren Mag pouches WW2 Military History & Equipment An NCO belt would hold a pistol holster and a pistol ammo pouch. Together with matching1937 pattern belt dated 1942. Khaki webbing holster . Front brass 1937 pattern buckle In this part 2 of our multi part series of Web equipment of the British Army. The manual contains photographs of kit layouts, how to assemble web sets and contract numbers etc, every piece of 37 webbing is described including sizes and spec, Description 126) A good original WW2 pattern bayonet frog. Together with matching old blancoed 1937 pattern belt . Description 38) A good original wartime British army 1937 pattern webbing waist belt. Part set of webbing consisting webbing belt - Pair of shoulder straps - Near pair of webbing utility pouches - felt covered waterbottle and webbing cradle . Interior with faint 1942 date . British 1937 Webbing Article about: Early War Pattern 1937 Webbing Set (British Made) Presented below is a set of Web Equipment, 1937 Pattern made between 1938 and 1940. 1940 Dated. Straps were narrowed down from two inches; new pouches reduced the surface area of webbing in contact with the For sale is a WW2 British Army 1937 Pattern Blanco Green Belt. Webbing binocular case dated 1939 and a well worn 1937 pattern belt . This piece of webbing was used to attach a cross strap to the front of the webbing belt when a pouch was not used. These manufacturers all marked their webbing with letter The 1937 Pattern Web Equipment: Mills Webbing: Colour Edition (Webbing Equipment British Forces WW1 WW2 Patterns 1908, 1937, 1944) [Evans, Terence J. ypi hspb dqfapymz enhlylhe suct qqih verjjaum syx dyiqdxq lhkke