WW2 1942 Pattern British Commando Bergen by GSE

1942 pattern British Commando Bergen and frame.

During WW2 The British Commando Bergen was a most sought after piece of kit as it could carry heavy loads very comfortable when on marches.

Originally the Bergen was used by the British Commandos on operations in Norway and the French coast, but latter by troops in operation Overlord in Normandy 1944 and Operation Varsity in the crossing of the Rhine.

This reproduction model is based on a 1942 model which was made of tan canvas and was bound with leather on the edge of the pockets.

WW2 1942 pattern British Commando Bergen and frame features:

• Metal frame
• Tan canvas
• Leather bound
• Zipped front pocket
• Small zipped pocket in top lid
• 2 side accessory straps
• 2 bottom accessory straps
• Brass Buckles
• Leather Straps

Made By General Service Equipment