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Edge of the Bandoleer
DEFINITION
It is a metal part used to prevent the opening of the thick belts of military uniforms.
SIZE
51×19 mm Weight: 6.50 g
PERIOD
WWI
DESCRIPTION

Soldiers used to use cartridge belt ends, which were metal welds, so that the end of their belts would not be torn off. It is not in a good condition. It is extremely rusted and deformed. There are remains of bandoleer fabric and soil inside. There are no inscriptions or signs on it.

STORY
In wartime, soldiers had to carry both their personal and military supplies with them. These materials are flask, clip, bayonet, compass, etc. such were necessary materials. If the soldiers carried these materials in their hands, they would lose the ability to move quickly and maneuver. So they fixed it in the holes on the bandoleer. So the materials would stand on them even when they were moving, or even when they were lying down. The fabric of this bandoleer was made of thick and durable ropes. But because of its rough braid, it would quickly dissolve from the ends. To prevent this problem, metal ends were attached to the ends of the bandoleer, which strengthened the fabric. And this end that you see is one of them. And on the other end of the bandoleer, its buckle was attached.