East German Load Bearing Combat Belt
East German Load Bearing Combat Belt
East German Load Bearing Combat Belt
East German Load Bearing Combat Belt
East German Load Bearing Combat Belt

East German Load Bearing Combat Belt

Regular price$9.99 USD
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Rated 4.8 out of 5
Based on 103 reviews

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A humble but necessary part of the East German load bearing system, complete with an embossed, powder-coated DDR buckle.

As a belt for your pants it's absolute overkill. A testament to the soviet way of doing things it's not lightweight or wieldy in any respect of the words but by god it will never let you down.

It's borderline ratchet-strap nylon will keep even the heaviest-loaded boomer cargo shorts as upheld as their guaranteed social security checks that the next generation will never know the taste of. It's buckle although commie-symbol-adorned can be easily hidden if you roll with your shirt untucked.

Alternatively, if you're a crazy person who ACTUALLY wants to use the belt for it's original purpose as a load bearing belt with the combat pack, It's an essential piece that really brings the whole thing together. 


Sizing
To determine your belt size, measure the circumference of your waist. You'll want to choose a belt size that has a maximum size larger than your waist.

Specs

  • Grey nylon/cotton webbing
  • Powder-coated metal buckle with simple latch
  • Fits over worn uniform and interfaces with the East German backpack system, canteens, bayonets, etc.

Condition

Unissued: Belt is in factory new, unissued condition.

Great:
Belt has definite signs of use, but is ready for plenty more. May have scratches, small patches of surface corrosion, but otherwise belt is fully functional and ready to be worn. 

    average rating 4.8 out of 5
    Based on 103 reviews
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    Rated 4 out of 5
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    Reviewed by Thomas C., from United States
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    5' 8"
    Weight
    175-190
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    Rated 5 out of 5
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    Solid

    41.3" Great

    Tough, holds up really well(so far). A bit difficult to adjust the length, but that's likely because I just haven't come across this kind of belt before.

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    Reviewed by Shane S., from United States
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    Height
    5' 8"
    Weight
    160-175
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    Rated 5 out of 5
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    Solid

    No problems with adjusting, does the job.

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    Reviewed by George F., from United States
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    Height
    5' 9"
    Weight
    190-210
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    Rated 5 out of 5
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    Best belt for the price

    Worth every penny. Wear it everyday for work.

    Holds all my tools, no slack, no stretch, no break.

    Had belts twice the price disintegrate within seconds after purchase. This thing exists to live.

    Good material, great quality.

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    Reviewed by Stephen H., from United States
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    Height
    5' 10"
    Weight
    140-150
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    Perfect
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    Rated 5 out of 5
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    Sturdy

    Just as expected, interesting buckle system but it works just as good as any other. Cery happy overall

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    Reviewed by Arthur F., from United States
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    Height
    5' 10"
    Weight
    175-190
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    Rated 5 out of 5
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    Hard To Adjust, Holds Adjustment Once Fitted

    I needed a new stiff belt to hold a canteen and because I had slimmed out of my previous belt. This belt was a pain in the ass to figure out how to adjust but the way it holds also meant that I wouldn't need to adjust it again after it was. You cannot adjust the belt while wearing it, you can only do so with it off and unhooked, so spend some time adjusting and fitting till it feels right. Once it's done, all you do is hook and unhook. The belt is ~1.7 inches wide and will perfectly fit the Anzug 03 pants, which is what I usually wear it with. It is stiff and inflexible so it was perfect to hold my canteen pouch and canteen. Pick whichever length has a good margin of lead, you can adjust it however far you need to be. I picked the 45.3" for my ~36-38 waist and it was fine, as the extra length is under the belt, so it still retains a clean look.

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