Item: ONJR26APBC26

Original U.S. Vietnam War Infantryman’s M-1956 Field Gear Set: Universal Pouches, Belt, Suspenders, E-Tool Shovel with Carrier & M6 Bayonet, Canteen, and “Butt Pack”

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  • Original Items: Only Ones Available. An original set of Vietnam War U.S. Issue M-1956 Load Bearing Equipment. This is The issue set, as used by servicemen of all branches during the Vietnam Conflict.


    This set consists of the following pieces:
    - Pair of M-1956 Universal Ammunition Pouches. Used to carry M-14 or M-16 Magazines. Both pouches are dated 1962.
    - Late Issue M-36 Pistol Belt. This belt dates to the mid-late 1950s. As used in Vietnam. Markings are illegible.
    - Original U.S. M1956 Vietnam Era Entrenching Tool Shovel Cover with shovel, great shape overall. Not dated but marked with contract stamps.
    - M-6 Bayonet by MILPAR-COL. With K-M8A1 Scabbard. Attached to shovel cover. 
    - M1956 Canteen cover with snaps. The plastic canteen is dated 1965. No cup.
    - M-1956 Field Suspenders, not marked.
    - M-1956 Canvas Field Pack (aka “Butt Pack”), good condition.


    An outstanding set, ready for display.


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