World War II

US army TE-33 tool kit as designed and issued by the American Signals Corps during the Second World War.   Stock Number Reference: Tool Kit, TE-33 FSN: 5180-408-1859 Assign Date: Unknown   Components: Name FSN Assign Date Carrier, Tool, CS-34 5140-498-8898 Unknown Pliers, TL-13 5120-247-2063 Unknown Knife, Pocket, TL-29 5110-240-5943 […]

Variable density goggles were used by U.S. aerial gunners and anti-aircraft gunnerss in World War II. They were equipped with a turning dial on the front allowing the pilot to alter the tint of the lens enabling them to see tracer rounds and not be easily blinded. They failed to […]

This item was employed to cover the muzzle of rifles to keep dirt and other foreign objects out. The piece is made from canvis and has two snaps located in different areas to provide a small level of adjustment so it may fit better on the rifle. It can be […]

Stock Number Reference: Leggings, Canvas, Dismounted, M-1938 OD7 Olive Drab Shade Size Army Stock Number 1R 72-L-61920 2R 72-L-61923 3R (aquired) 4R (aquired)

The M-1928 haversack was directly evolved from the M-1910 haversack which differed in only a few details. These packs were carried by American infantry (and other arms and services) from before World War I through World War II. Shown set circa 1943. Although widely used, the M1928 pack was very […]

The old WWI BAR belts had a major problem that mad the belt uncomfortable to wear, and almost impossible for thin man. It was exceptionally wide and had a large buckle; this resticted movement, and in some cases prevented the wearer from bending forward against the bulk of the loaded […]

Stock Number Reference: Pocket, Magazine, Double, Web, Carbine, Cal .30 M1 Army Stock Number: 74-P-143-60

Shown pouches circa 1942, BOYLE and AVERY production, OD3 shade.   Stock Number Reference: Pocket, Magazine, Double, M-1923 Stock Number: 74-P-168

Circa 1944   Stock Number Reference: Pocket, First Aid Packet, M-1942 Stock Number: 74-P-260

This kind of right angle fix focus flash became very popular after WWII. Thanks to it’s clip, it can be attached to belt or suspender and free user’s both hand while using. Stock number acquired.

The one quart M1910 aluminum canteen was the standard canteen used by the U.S. military until the early days of WW II. At that time, a shortage of aluminum, needed for aircraft, led to development of equivalent canteens based on other materials. This was the origin of the one quart […]

During 1942, the U.S. procured canteens made of a low grade metal with a porcelain enamel coating. This attempt to save more valuable aluminum and stainless steel had only temporary benefits and was stopped by the end of 1942 when the traditional metals were again released for use. The original […]

DQP (Depot Quartermaster Philadelphia) production for the Marine Corps through WW II. Starting in 1943, the most visible feature was made with the introduction of “dog ear” crossed flaps. Instead of the flaps connecting to fasteners on the same side of the cover, this style looked like folded arms, with […]

12-Inch Graphical Firing Table is a table series for many kinds of guns and cannon, M31 is for 155mm M1 gun (also known as “Long Tom”). circa FEB, 2, 1945 Manual: TM 9-524 Stock Number Reference: Table, Graphical Firing, M31 Stock No: F1-0088048

Holds 5 20-round magazine. Stock Number Reference: Pocket, Magazine, Submachine-gun Stock Number unknown.