Description
Killer matching set of U.S. Navy/U.S.MC issued combat gaiter, also referred to as the M-1938 Combat Legging. With textbook manufacturing of an early period set, they are typical pre/early WW2 pattern with bright brass hardware. These have the very faint but early markings “QUARTERMASTER DEPT / US MARINE CORPS / 1940-1941”. This was used before they started the “DQP” stampings. The kahki fabric is faded due to being in the field/elements. No damage or repairs, and with the original tie strings. These are not to be confused with your standard Army issued sets, these are textbook early Navy/Marine Corps issue. The inside of both are clearly marked and serial numbered to one another. Would be nice to add to a gear collection, or even to finish a combat display!
