M1956 suspenders. I eventually found the longer length.

M1956 suspenders NSN 8465-577-4922 Regular size, height under 66 inches Used, all hardware is in good, serviceable condition Authentic, dated early 1960's "H" type, original Vietnam War Get the best deals for M1956 Suspenders at eBay. 99. FSN; 8465-577-4922 (size: Regular); Specification; MIL-S-40160; In 1961 the following improvements were made to the design of the M1956 load carrying suspenders: . 50. I had a set I got at a surplus store when I was growing up and it eventually became too short. Surplus M-1956 Suspenders - Long Size RARE!! Our buyer is locating more! Canvas Vietnam Era Dated M1956 Web Gear The Load Bearing Suspenders came in three lengths — Regular, Long and Extra-Long — that attached to the top row of grommets of the Individual Equipment Belt. Army Shade 7 cotton canvas "Suspenders, Individual Equipment Belt" (also designated "Suspenders, Field Pack, Combat, M-1956") were manufactured in Regular (FSN 8465-577-4922), Long (FSN 8465-577-4923), and X-Long (FSN 8465-823-7231) lengths to United States military specification MIL-S-40160. 95 shipping. As these were not issued to US troops, there will not be any NSN or contract number markings Authentic USGI Military Vietnam War issue H suspenders, dated 1960s, NSN 8465-577-4922. The development of the H back design cotton M1956 suspenders began in 1954 with the Quarter Master Corps experimental EX-54 load carrying system. $39. S. These suspenders are unissued and have been in storage since the 1960's so there is some green tarnish on the brass metal parts that can be left on, or removed with vinegar. So, to me, Im guessing both patterns of Suspenders were issued out as well New Listing Vietnam Era US Army M1956 H- Field Suspenders - SZ LONG - New Old Stock Cond. Captcha * Refresh Captcha. M . They are additionally adjustable in length by means of sliding metal friction Feb 19, 2025 · About this item . If you're tall, you'll want one stamped L for long. The hard front ones protecting the magazines and then the soft front ones later on. com. $7. Correct 2 snap hooks and 2 alloy hooks. Rare find! U. Description. New Listing Vietnam Era US Army M1956 H- Field Suspenders - SZ LONG - New Old Stock Cond. Government Vietnam issue M-1956 combat field pack suspenders, cotton H type. [2] The M-1956 "Belt, Individual Equipment" or pistol belt differed little in form and function from the M-1936 pistol belt and would accommodate any of the pouches and equipment that would mount on the M-1936 belt. 95 shipping The development of the H back design cotton M1956 suspenders began in 1954 with the Quarter Master Corps experimental EX-54 load carrying system. These are the much sought after “Long” version. The M-1956 LCE continued application of the belt-supported-by-suspenders concept, adopted by the U. Add to This offering is for 1 of our used US M1956 H Suspenders . Like the experimental version both the front and rear straps of the suspenders were terminated with hooks, however, the front belt hooks featured integral loops for attaching the sleeping gear carrier Dec 30, 2021 · If you buy the M1956, make sure you get the right size. The X-shaped harness is probably an M1945 suspender used for the M45 packs and used in Korea, the 2 ammo pouches in the pics are also M1956 webbing and the belt looks to be an M1961 USMC belt, all The olive drab U. These M56 suspenders are becoming increasingly harder to obtain, grab a genuine pair of these before they disappear! Vietnam Era M1956 Canvas/Nylon Suspenders, 73’dated NOS $ 29. Original issue canvas combat suspenders from Vietnam. These are genuine USA made vintage Equipment Belt Suspenders manufactured the 1950s and early 1960s that were supplied to Greece before the Vietnam War. We have a great online selection at the lowest prices with Fast & Free shipping on many items! Apr 13, 2024 · From the pictures I've seen, both patterns of M1956 Universal Magazine Pouches were issued out. The cotton M1956 suspenders have the edge in comfort over any of the nylon ones in my opinion. Army at least as early as the pattern 1903 equipment. Sturdy green straps and wide shoulder pads. Brand New. Vietnam Era M1956 Canvas/Nylon Suspenders, 73'dated NOS quantity. Original Item: The M-1956 Lightweight Load-Carrying Individual Equipment Belt Suspenders were standard equipment for the USGI during the Vietnam War. The Vietnam War US M1956 suspenders reproduction; The suspenders is H shaped; Color green; Made of the green canvas material; It has the length adjustable metal fittings to help adjuste the size. Then, there is the canteen covers. The rear straps were terminated with snap hooks rather than plain hooks. Like the experimental version both the front and rear straps of the suspenders were terminated with hooks, however, the front belt hooks featured integral loops for attaching the sleeping gear carrier Jun 21, 2007 · The H-shaped harness is an M1956 suspender and used in the Vietnam-era until replaced by the similar but nylon M1967 gear in the late 1960's. I eventually found the longer length. The M1956 system saw use until Vietnam. Used and abused, lots of wear and tear and some repairs and stains. These are the very rare bigger size, EXTRA LONG for a height of 74" and over. This is the late version of the "Suspenders, Field Pack, Combat M1956" this was made to support the combat belt heavy with ammunition and attach the combat back. The M-1956 Load-Carrying-Equipment (LCE) was intended to replace all former webbing systems and became the dominant system for the War in Vietnam. Like the one pictured, all are in used condition. Cotton canvas trim and nylon trim. ypwr yobnn micipr rcgfs vaee egyu bgkr ebzny iofltr yemmu