Original U.S. WWII M3 Colt 1911 .45 Tanker Shoulder Holster by Enger-Kress - Unissued
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Original Item: Only One Available. This is a wonderful unissued original WW2 issue leather shoulder holster for the Colt M1911 .45 pistol. Adopted in 1942, this holster was standard issue for aircraft and tank crews, and was often used by officers who preferred it to the hip holster. In combat areas, all sorts of troops found ways to "acquire" handguns and the regulations as to who was and wasn't permitted to carry them were rarely enforced.
Original M3's were made in plain, "natural" leather, as they age they can darken through exposure to oil, dirt, and sweat that turns holsters a russet brown color. This unissued example is still very close to the natural color, and has faded to a lovely tan color, with no staining. Leather is still soft and pliable, with no damage or dry rot we can see. It is embossed on the front U.S. in an oval, meaning it was military issues (not civilian) and it is nicely stamped on the reverse:
U.S.
ENGER-KRESS
Offered in excellent condition with all original brass snaps and buckles in fully functional condition, with most of the original factory "blackened" finish still present. Only real issues are some creases in the shoulder strap from storage, and verdigris build up around the fittings.
This is an great genuine WWII issue upgrade for your Colt 1911.
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