WW2 British Army 1945 Skeleton BREN Gun Assault Vest Jerkin
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Historical Overview:
Designed as a specialized lightweight equipment harness to supplement or replace standard 1937 pattern webbing, this skeleton assault vest was issued to British Airborne forces, Commandos, and assault infantry during the Normandy invasion and subsequent European operations. The load-bearing rig features dedicated front pouch cells designed specifically to carry .303 BREN light machine gun magazines and hand grenades during combat operations.
Item Specifics:
- Maker: Stores Code A.C. 6047
- Model/Type: Skeleton BREN Gun Assault Vest (Bandolier / Jerkin)
- Era: World War II (1943)
- Country: United Kingdom
- Size: Adjustable via canvas side lacing cord and metal buckle closures
- Markings: War Department Broad Arrow acceptance stamp, "A.C. 6047", and "1943" date clearly visible on rear tag area
- Included Items: Complete skeleton vest unit with integrated wooden toggle closures
- Grade: Original WWII Historical / Display / Advanced Collector Piece
Condition & Details:
- Canvas fabric, webbing straps, and stitching show authentic wartime age and field wear consistent with military usage.
- Front pouches retain their original factory wooden toggles and are configured to hold 2 BREN magazines alongside grenade cells.
- Markings remain legible on the interior canvas panel as shown in photographs.
- Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully for exact physical condition, fabric wear, and stamp legibility. Additional photos available upon request.
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