Sometimes the best pieces are the most simple, and this is super cool example of a very simple piece. These bags were used by some of the most unsung heroes of the war, US Navy corpsman who would act as medics for the Marines. This particular bag was a pre-war pattern, known officially as Hospital Corps Pouch, Large is 3-555, and they would be superseded in service by others before the end of the war. These bag are surprisingly rare, and very hard to find in such beautiful mint condition.
Condition
Used but mint, no issues at all. It has been period modified with two pieces of heavy canvas stitched inside to create a few internal pockets. This is not visible from the exterior.
Size
- Approx 14" wide by 11" high