An authentic late-WWII British Army Pattern 1937 (P37) Entrenching Tool, paired with a clean modern reproduction webbing carrier.
Original 1944 Steel Head
Stamped ELWELL (Edward Elwell Ltd, Wednesbury Forge), dated 1944, and marked with the British War Department broad arrow (/|\).
Solid, honest wartime condition retaining much of its original dark painted finish with light surface patina and minor age-related pitting.
The central socket ring is round and undamaged, fitting snugly onto the handle.
Original 1945 Mk. II Bayonet Helve (Handle)
Impressed into the ash wood shaft with a wartime contractor code C.W.T. (possibly C.W. Turners), broad arrow mark, and 1945 date.
Features the late-war steel end cap designed to accept a British No. 4 spike bayonet—allowing soldiers to use the shaft as an extended mine prodder.
Strong, straight hardwood shaft with no cracks or splits.
Both metal end fittings are tight and secure.
Reproduction Pattern 1937 Webbing Carrier
Stamped inside the lip Kay Canvas Wales 1939 (a well-regarded modern UK reproduction maker).
Very clean condition with intact stitching, brass buckles, and press studs.
Holds the head and shaft securely for display or living history use.
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