East German NVA Equipment Strap - Grey Surplus
Good used condition. Fully functional and field-ready, with light wear and typical service markings.
Genuine Issue Surplus
KEY FEATURES
This original East German NVA equipment strap in grey is a genuine Cold War utility tie-down.
Eastern Bloc Field Utility
Originally issued to the National People's Army (Nationale Volksarmee or NVA) of East Germany, this strap was an essential part of the Sturmgepäck battle pack system. Known as a Packriemen or Rödelriemen, it was engineered to lashing blankets, Zeltbahn shelter halves, or greatcoats to webbing gear, providing reliable cargo security in demanding tactical environments.
Dederon Webbing & Lederol Tab
These 45cm grey straps are built from heavy-duty Dederon nylon webbing, the famous synthetic polyamide fibre used in the DDR. The weave is rot-resistant and ignores moisture, outperforming traditional canvas. A stitched grey Lederol synthetic leather tab on one end buttons onto a steel mushroom stud, creating a secure attachment loop that will not slip under tension.
Modern Outdoor Versatility
Featuring a rugged zinc-plated slide buckle and a pointed metal end tip, this strap handles quick adjustments without fraying. It is perfect for modern bushcraft, camping, and hiking, letting you cinch down sleeping mats, axe handles, or tools. For military collectors and reenactors, it is the key piece for finishing an accurate Cold War webbing setup.
Secure your field gear with a piece of genuine Cold War engineering.
This item was used by the German Army during the Late Cold War (1961–1991) 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 | SKU9783K1 |
| Department | Equipment |
| Condition/Grade | Grade 1 |
| Era | Late Cold War (1961–1991) |
| Issuing Country | German |
| Service | Army |
| Material | Dederon Nylon Webbing |
| Tab Material | Stitched Lederol (Synthetic Leather) |
| Hardware | Zinc-Plated Slide Buckle & Collar Stud |
| End Protection | Pointed Galvanized Metal End Cap |
| Strap Width | 20 mm |
| Strap Length | Approx. 45 cm |
| Colour / Pattern | Gray |
| Key Features | Adjustable Fit, Lightweight, Packable |
| Activities | Camping & Bushcraft, Hiking & Trekking, Historical Reenactment, Workwear & DIY, Emergency Preparedness |
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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