Original 1940 Dated British 1939 Pattern Leather Anklets - Size 4

A good original matched pair of 1939 pattern leather anklets dating from 1940 which are a rare large size No. 4.

The 1939 pattern leather equipment was introduced at the beginning of WW2 as an emergency measure as not enough webbing equipment could be produced. It saw limited use with second line British Army units in the early stages of the war as well as with the Home Guard throughout the war.

These examples are made from the mid brown coloured leather and retain their original matching markings to the interior. The maker's initials of ''B. H. G. Ltd' are present as is the 1940 date, the War Department broad arrow marking and the size of 4. The grain on the leather is slightly mis-matched but they have clearly always been together as a pair as the wear is consistent and the maker's match on both examples.

The condition of these anklets is good as can be seen from the photographs. All the stitching is sound and the brass buckles and rivets are in good condition.

Overall, a good pair of 1939 pattern anklets in a hard to find large size. 

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