Vintage military ammunition bandoliers .30 caliber ammunition M1 Garand
Item Identification
- Green Bandolier (Right): This is a 6-pocket cloth bandolier. The markings indicate it was produced for Cal. .30 Ball M2 ammunition, packed in 8-round clips. The "HXP" marking identifies the manufacturer as the Greek Powder and Cartridge Company. This specific lot (HXP 30 LS-74) dates to 1974.
- Tan/Yellow Bandolier (Left): This is a similar 6-pocket cotton canvas bandolier. While markings aren't fully visible, this lighter color is often associated with earlier WWII-era issue (OD3 Khaki) or desert/tropical theater use
Typical Use and Features
- Capacity: These 6-pocket bandoliers typically carry a total of 48 rounds of .30-06 ammunition when filled with six 8-round M1 Garand En Bloc clips.
- Construction: They are made from lightweight cotton duck canvas or similar webbing.
- Carrying: They feature an adjustable shoulder strap for wearing across the body or around the neck.
- Inserts: Often, these came with cardboard inserts inside the pockets to protect the ammunition and help the clips fit securely
selling as pictured.
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