Collector's Surplus British P37 Large Backpack – Authentic WWII 1940-43 | Khaki Cotton Hopsack | Broad Arrow Marked

Authentic British WWII P37 Large Backpack — 1937 Pattern Web Equipment Discovered in the dungeon of an Irish castle, these brand new backpacks are the same as those carried on D-Day by Montgomery's British Expeditionary Force assault troops. A genuine piece of WWII militaria, authenticated and untouched since manufacture. Extremely resilient cotton hopsack fabric — built to last through combat conditions Dimensions: 17" H × 12½" W × 5" D — ideal daypack for rations and field gear Manufactured 1940–1943 and issued as standard British Army kit Shoulder strap attachment points — sturdy reinforced web loops at top and bottom; shoulder straps sold separately Solid brass fixtures — may include brass or black metal hardware Buckle-down top flap for secure closure Broad Arrow proof mark — used by the British Crown since the 14th century to identify Crown property; confirms authenticity Date stamp authenticated — a rare, verifiable WWII artifact Note: Shoulder straps are not included and must be purchased separately. Shop matching P37 shoulder straps here. Condition: Very Good to Excellent These packs are in remarkable shape given their age — structurally sound hardware and fabric. As genuine surplus stored for decades, individual pieces may show minor signs of long-term storage such as light odor, slight discoloration, or small marks on the canvas. These characteristics are consistent with authentic vintage militaria and do not affect functionality or collectibility,