Pistol shoulder holster

Place Asia: Vietnam
Accession Number REL29777.007
Collection type Technology
Object type Firearm accessory
Physical description Leather, Metal
Maker Unknown
Date made c 1960s
Conflict Vietnam, 1962-1975
Description

Brown leather pistol shoulder holster. The body of the holster has a large pocket to hold the weapon and is secured by a press stud strap. Another smaller pocket with a press stud flap is on the right. The holster is fastened to the body by a two piece harness comprising a thick leather loop attached to a long thin strap with buckle.

History / Summary

Type of holster worn by Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and United States Air Force (USAF) flying personnel.