British WWI Pattern 08 Field Equipment Set

British WWI Pattern 08 Field Equipment Set

An original set with a mix of wartime (and some illegible) dates, all components are original khaki shades and none seem to have been serviced with blanco.  All show light wear but remain in good serviceable condition.  Set includes a belt with 1918 date, right and left ammunition pouches with pebbled brass snap flap fasteners dated 1916 and (illegible), water bottle carrier is dated 1915, bayonet frog with 1915 date and complete with the elusive original helve holder.  Of the braces, one is dated 1915 and the other has no legible marking.  The entrenching tool blade carrier is dated 1915.  Lot shows normal service wear, stains and soiling, some light fraying around pocket edges, but no weak spots.  Belt has a soldier's inked service number marking.  Overall, a very presentable set for display.  The P08 set is an essential part of any WWI Commonwealth display, and though they were never easy, has become quite challenging to acquire within recent years. 

$1000-$1500