Original British Army 1908 Pattern Webbing Belt

An original 1908 Pattern Webbing Belt as used by the British Army during the First and Second World War.

This pattern of belt was introduced into service with the British Army shortly before the Great War and saw widespread use throughout the conflict. It stayed in Service throughout the inter-war period before being replaced by the 1937 pattern belt in 1938. The 1908 pattern was still issued during the first years of the Second World War with many being used in the BEF and the Western Desert.

This particular example is marked as 'S' for Small and also features a unit marking applied by a soldier which reads '5 WS 589' The belt has been blanco'd at some stage in a mid green colour.

The belt is in good condition overall with some signs of wear and age. The metal work is heavily tarnished but this could be cleaned if required.

A good example of a Great War period webbing belt which could suit both the collector or re-enactor well.  

This is a vintage item which is 'sold as seen'