AKA Col William Westlake Posted June 25, 2021 Share #1 Posted June 25, 2021 Hello from Grand Rapids, MI. Any ideas on the value and best place to sell the ammo belt below and a "Quite Birdmen Wallet Member Card? I am trying to determine correct name, age, and value of the attached ammo belt. There does not appear to be any writing on the ammo belt as to it's origins. This was inherited from my great great uncle, Colonel William Westlake. He was an "Assistant to Director of Army Air Forces" January 1943 - December 1945 . https://www.afpaaa.org/pa-leaders.html Colonel William Westlake was a member of the "Quiet Birdmen". He traveled the world and was a collector of numerous vintage items. I believe he often reported to Hap Arnold. Thanks in advance for any help or insight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Keith Posted June 25, 2021 Share #2 Posted June 25, 2021 Hello, Not sure what that is, but it is not an ammunition belt and those belt hooks are not US military. Very strange! BKW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted June 25, 2021 Share #3 Posted June 25, 2021 Looks like version of a first aid belt/bandoleer. I have something similar from MSA (Mine Safety Appliance) Same type hardware and a single strap. My understanding is mine is a commercial item used in factories or job sites for for First Aid Station or use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Marine Posted June 25, 2021 Share #4 Posted June 25, 2021 It might also be a private purchase personal hygiene/shaving kit. I’ve seen similar pouches that could be tied around the waist. The loops held the tooth brush, soap box, razor and other items. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKA Col William Westlake Posted June 25, 2021 Author Share #5 Posted June 25, 2021 3 hours ago, Brian Keith said: Hello, Not sure what that is, but it is not an ammunition belt and those belt hooks are not US military. Very strange! BKW Brian I really appreciate your input. Everything helps. 3 hours ago, Brian Keith said: Hello, Not sure what that is, but it is not an ammunition belt and those belt hooks are not US military. Very strange! BKW 1 hour ago, doyler said: Looks like version of a first aid belt/bandoleer. I have something similar from MSA (Mine Safety Appliance) Same type hardware and a single strap. My understanding is mine is a commercial item used in factories or job sites for for First Aid Station or use. Doyler thank you for the education. I truly appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKA Col William Westlake Posted June 25, 2021 Author Share #6 Posted June 25, 2021 1 hour ago, Old Marine said: It might also be a private purchase personal hygiene/shaving kit. I’ve seen similar pouches that could be tied around the waist. The loops held the tooth brush, soap box, razor and other items. Old Marine I never would’ve thought of that. Thank you for the insight. Much appreciated. thank you for your service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
American Graffiti Posted June 26, 2021 Share #7 Posted June 26, 2021 I say money belt not ammo belt. AG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKA Col William Westlake Posted June 28, 2021 Author Share #8 Posted June 28, 2021 Thanks for your input. Certainly makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doyler Posted June 28, 2021 Share #9 Posted June 28, 2021 Pretty wide for a money belt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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