British Army MKIII 1937 Pattern Webbing Ammo Pouches

British Army MKIII 1937 Pattern Webbing Ammo Pouches

A pair pouches 

The 1937 pattern equipment had multiple adaptations and modifications over the years with the MK3 having a quick release buckle tabs over the pop close fastener on the original pattern, the pouch was also made slightly longer with the addition of a drainage grommet.

The 1937 Pattern Webbing, officially known as the Pattern 1937 Web Equipment, was developed by the British Army as a standardized load-carrying system in the lead-up to World War II. It replaced the older 1908 Pattern webbing and was designed to be more versatile, easier to manufacture, and suitable for both infantry and mechanized troops. Made primarily from pre-shrunk cotton webbing with brass fittings, it featured modular components such as pouches, a belt, shoulder straps, a haversack, and a large pack, allowing soldiers to configure it according to their role and mission. The 1937 Pattern was widely used by British and Commonwealth forces throughout WWII and continued in service in various forms into the 1950s, influencing the design of later equipment like the 1958 Pattern Webbing.