1917-1918 Canadian Engineers P-08 web waistbelt

Name/Title

1917-1918 Canadian Engineers P-08 web waistbelt

Entry/Object ID

2017.19.7

Description

1917-1918 Canadian Engineers P-08 web waistbelt, belonging to "Sander". Green cotton webbing. Open-pattern, removable brass buckle. Belt ends tipped with brass tabs, each adorned with 3 holes and a scalloped pattern along the interior edge. Right belt end is folded down and secured in place with sideways-facing hooks extending from the belt tab as well as a brass keeper. 2 short straps are stitched onto the rear, tipped with brass tabs with 2 holes, and have adjusters attached. Manufacturer's marks stamped on interior side in black ink.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Manufacturer's Mark

Location

Located on the centre-rear of belt, inward side.

Transcription

M.E. Co 1919 390 [Broad Arrow]

Language

English

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Width of Rear Straps: 5 cm Height of Rear Strap Buckle: 9.7 cm Width of Rear Strap Buckle: 4.7 cm

Width

7.5 cm

Length

108 cm