British Army General Service Braces
Good used condition. Fully functional and field-ready, with light wear and typical service markings.
Genuine Issue Surplus
KEY FEATURES
These original British Army grey elasticated braces provide secure, reliable trouser support.
Military Issue Utility
These Y-back braces are genuine British military surplus, originally issued for the No.2 Future Army Dress (FAD) uniform. Made with heavy-duty grey elasticated webbing and a stitched tan leather junction, they are engineered to distribute trouser weight evenly across your shoulders, reducing pressure during long hours of active wear or outdoor work.
Traditional Button Attachment
Rather than relying on metal clips that slip and damage fabrics, this design features six genuine leather button tabs. These loops attach directly to brace buttons on your trouser waistband. This six-point suspension system prevents fabric sagging and provides a secure hold, making it ideal for high-waisted workwear, vintage trousers, or reenactment gear.
Adjustable All-Day Comfort
Equipped with flat, silver-toned metal slide buckles, these braces can be adjusted up to 95cm in length with an additional three inches of stretch. The 35mm-wide elastic straps flex naturally as you bend, preventing restrictive pulling. This makes them highly practical for bushcraft, gardening, or tactical drills where standard belts restrict movement or pinch the waist.
Secure your trousers with dependable military surplus that outlasts any modern belt.
This item was used by the British Army during the Modern (2000–Present) and is in Grade 1 condition. It is in very good condition with plenty of life left. We recommend giving it a wash before wearing.
| Product Code | SUPA139G1 |
| Department | Clothing |
| Condition/Grade | Grade 1 |
| Era | Modern (2000–Present) |
| Issuing Country | British |
| Service | Army |
| NATO Stock Number (NSN) | 8440-99-139-1847 |
| Attachment Style | Leather button-on tabs (6-point) |
| Adjustability | Fully adjustable via front metal slide buckles |
| Strap Width | Approx. 35 mm |
| Materials | Heavy-duty elasticated webbing, genuine leather tabs, silver-toned metal adjusters |
| Design | Traditional Y-shape back with reinforced leather junction |
| Colour / Pattern | Gray |
| Closure | Buttons |
| Key Features | NATO Stock Numbered, Adjustable Fit, Lightweight |
| Activities | Everyday Casual, Workwear & DIY, Historical Reenactment, Cadets & Training, Festival & Fashion, Camping & Bushcraft |
Grade 1 represents solid, fully functional military surplus that has been deployed or issued but remains in great usable condition with plenty of life left.
- Functionality: 100% field-ready. All main zippers, press studs, drawstrings, and buckles work as intended with no critical faults.
- Fabric & Wear: Structurally sound with light cosmetic wear, minor abrasion, or subtle fading from normal military use and laundering.
- Markings & Personalisation: May feature soldier names, unit numbers, service markings, or light depot stamps written on tags or fabric.
- Repairs: May include neat, professional military-standard stitches or minor reinforcement patches that do not compromise gear integrity.
- Storage & Cleanliness: Gear is serviceable straight out of the box, though a standard initial wash or airing is recommended to clear typical military surplus storage scent and minor handling dust.
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