Original U.S. WWII Unissued M1 Carbine Ammo Pouch & Canvas Web Sling with Keeper - Both Dated 1943 Vietnam The dragon's head is highlighted

The dragon's head is highlighted with some bone inlays as well as what look to be glass eyes

Records indicate that SIG made about 4200 of these carbines

this detachment signaled the beginning of a SEAL presence that would eventually include 8 SEAL platoons in country on a continuing basis

5/7x9 was used by the German Luftwaffe for reconnaissance photos during WWII

The rifle shows some wear

Original U.S. WWII Unissued M1 Carbine Ammo Pouch & Canvas Web Sling with Keeper - Both Dated 1943 Vietnam The dragon's head is highlightedOriginal Item: Only One Set Available. This is a fantastic find! Here we have a great original unissued sling and ammo pouch set for the U. S. WWII M1 Carbine. This was a lightweight, easy to use, . 30 caliber (7. 62 mm) semi automatic carbine that was a standard firearm for the U. S. military during World War II, the Korean War and well into the Vietnam War. Both the sling and ammo pouch show no signs of use. The sling is marked S. M. Co. 1943