Description
New Made Item: Official British Issue Sam Browne belts were brown, however a variety of commonwealth troops (and other Nations) used them in Black, therefore we now offer the same excellent quality belt and cross strap in rich black leather with all brass hardware.
These are identical to those issued since the turn-of-the-century and through both world wars. Complete with double prong brass buckle, brass sword fitting mounts and over the shoulder cross strap. Ready for use with any British brown leather .455 cal. or .38 revolver holster.
This belt set is not a cheaply made knock-off so often encountered. Examine the quality of the workmanship, the quality of the brass fixtures, and the texture of the leather that make this reproductions stand out above all the rest.
Belt Adjustable to approx sizes: 48-52. For smaller sizes, additional holes may need to be made in the leather. Belt width is 2 inches, and thickness is approximately 3/16 inch.
History of the Sam Browne Belt-
Sam Browne was a British army officer serving in India in the 19th century. In those days officers always carried a sword into battle. It hung from a little metal clip on the waist belt, called a ‘frog’. However, the scabbard tended to slide around a lot when they charged the enemy, meaning that it had to be steadied with the left hand before being drawn.
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