Vintage WWII U.S. Army Spare Barrel Cover
Model: Cover, Spare Barrel, M8
Material: Heavy-Duty Military Grade Canvas Webbing With Reinforced Leather End Cap And Durable Closure Metal Snap Intact.
Color: Standard Wartime Khaki
Dimensions: Approximately 37" x 3 1/4"
Made For The Browning Gun In The Field
There Is A Round Leather Cap On The End For Reinforcement Against Sharp Edges, From The Sharp Muzzle Of The Barrel, Some Cracking But Is Intact. A Leather Patch Was Placed Near The Snap Fastener For Added Strength To Help From Tearing, Some Cracking But Intact.
The Canvas Reads "Cover, Spare Barrel M8", It Is On The Lighter Side But Readable. It Is The Only Marking, No Visable Dates Or Manufacturer. Canvas Is In Good Condition, No Rips Or Tears
Infantry and Vehicle-Mounted Crews Used The Heavy Canvas M8 Case To Safely Store, Protect, Secure And Carry These Hot Or Clean Replacement Barrels While On The Move.
Condition: Good For Age
A Great Piece Of Genuine WWII GI Field Gear. Perfect For Militaria Collectors, Historical Reenactors, Or As An Addition To An M1919 Browning Display Setup.
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