Tactical WW2 US M1936 Canvas Messenger Bag, Vintage Tactical Musette Satchel Bags Military Crossbody Haversack

WW2 US Webbing Bag

In fact, long before the United States declared war, the military noticed various deficiencies in old-fashioned backpacks. So in 1936, a new type of backpack was finalized and distributed. This is the M-1936 backpack/crossbody bag.

“Musette” in the name of this backpack is a French word, which is actually “Haversack” in French. But in fact this bag and France have no connection

WW2 US M1936 Haversack Musette Field Bag

M-1936 Backpack/Musette Bag

Bag, Canvas, Field, M-1936 (Army storage number: 74-B-53)

Strap, Carrying, Bag, Canvas, Field (Army storage number: 74-S-333)

The M-1936 backpack/crossbody bag is a conventional messenger bag structure. There are two pockets on the outside of the bag, one on the side and one on the back. Both pockets are closed with buttons; there is a partition inside to hold small items.

Two Ways To Carry It

This backpack comes with a diagonal strap, which can also be carried in combination with the M-1936 strap. When used as a backpack without a cross-body strap, it is usually stored in the side pocket.

Two Pockets On The Outside

There are two pockets on the outside of the bag, one on the side and one on the back. Both pockets are closed with metal buttons.

Partition Inside

There is a partition inside to hold small items.such as glasses, ID cards, wallets, keys, mobile phones and other.

Multiple Uses

In WWII, the M-1936 backpack/crossbody bag was issued as a replacement for the M-1928 combat rucksack, but not exclusively – it was restricted to officers, armor, air force, paratroopers, motorized units, and cavalry units

In daily life，It can be used as a backpack with our M1936 Suspenders, and also has its own crossbody strap for use as a satchel. Motorcyclists who like to modify can also be transformed into motorcycle side bags.