USMC 1943 Boyt Shoulder Holster . FLU1142

United States Marine Corps (USMC) 1943 Boyt M3 Shoulder Holster for the Colt M1911 .45 Pistol. “US” embossed on front of the holster and marked USMC Boyt 1943 on back upper corner of holster. The back strap stitching is missing for a portion and pulling away a bit (needs to be repaired or re-stitched), and the strap is loose at the attachment point and strap starting to tear a bit on the upper strap connection section. Very worn condition.

Additional Notes: The WW2 USMC M3 Colt 1911 .45 Shoulder Holster by BOYT is a leather shoulder holster that was standard issue for aircraft and tank crews and was often used by officers who preferred it to the hip holster. It was adopted in 1942 and saw extensive use throughout the war. The M3 holster was made from high-quality leather, which typically ages nicely, often darkening to a russet brown color due to exposure to oil, dirt, and sweat. It typically features brass snaps and buckles and is embossed with “U.S.” to indicate military issue.

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