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Rare WWII US / British Airborne leg bag, « combat used »

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Very rare WWII Airborne leg bag. This type of leg bag was issued to the airborne forces of the British and US troops before the « Normandy Invasion ». Developed in 1943, the airborne leg bag was designed to carry a paratrooper's personal weapon and individual equipment, however loads largely depended on the commander's discretion. Weighing in as much as 50kg, the bag was designed to be strapped to the soldier's right leg, by means of two sets of canvas straps secured by metal quick-release friction buckles (one strap placed at the lower knee and one at the upper ankle). The base of the bag was heavily padded and there was « cut-in » to accommodate the boot for a closer fit. With the facility to release the bag before landing by the quick-release straps, the soldier could jettison the bag but maintain connected to it by a length of rope. British made example and constructed from a heavy khaki tan cloth material. Heavy stitching and metal grommets still present. The bag shows use and wear. Leather reinforcements present and featuring brass snaps. Rubber formed padding present along the bottom of the bag. Leather fold over clamp is partially present, the lower part was cut. The interior felt padding is missing, this is evident with the stitching removed along the exterior. An extremely rare and highly desirable item that would look great stuffed next to a mannequin or display. A rare offering. 

Ref:LMA06967
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