USMC 2nd Pattern Canteen Cover

This is a reproduction of a USMC 2nd Pattern Canteen Cover used during WWII. It is a scarce cover from that period. The design features a specific USMC style belt hook.

The canteen cover is a slightly olive green khaki. This shade is commonly seen among original covers. The colour is very close to original examples.

The canteen cover attaches to a belt using a peculiar USMC style belt hook. This hook is mounted high on the back of the cover. The belt hook loop is both stitched and riveted for durability. Some covers require fiddling to fit a pistol belt, and the wire bale may need work to attach to an original pistol belt.

The canvas material is of great quality. It is thinner than some might expect, but it is well-made. The quality of the canvas is a recurring positive point for this cover.

The construction is lighter and less robust than on an M1910 canteen cover. Some covers ship without the reinforcement rivets, which may affect durability under hard use. The smaller model LTDs on the male end of the pouch are a point of concern for fragility under extreme field use.

Yes, the canteen cover fits a standard canteen with a cup very easily. It holds the canteen and cup much better than some other pattern 3 covers. The cover is designed to accommodate these items effectively.