A2vento88 Posted March 1, 2009 Share #1 Posted March 1, 2009 I was curious what the value on these 20rd pouches is. I picked these up today. I know they are harder to find then the 30rd's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattD Posted March 1, 2009 Share #2 Posted March 1, 2009 I was curious what the value on these 20rd pouches is. I picked these up today. I know they are harder to find then the 30rd's. You will get between $20-60 each They are very uncommon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiGilio Posted March 1, 2009 Share #3 Posted March 1, 2009 MattD is right. $20-$60 is around what they sell for. Those M1956 20rd M16A1 magazine pouches are rare because they were only made for around 6 months in late 1967 and early 1968. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotlead Posted March 1, 2009 Share #4 Posted March 1, 2009 Something I've noticed about these is that they're always in good condition, in fact the one pictured above on the left is the only used one I've seen. I have three of them, all with the same contract markings, and all unissued. The thing is, none of these type of unissued ammo cases that I've handled will fit 20rd M16 mags. I'd like to see the contract info on all the new 20rd M16 ammo cases out there to see if they are from the same lot, and if they won't close on 20rd mags either. A2vento88, can you tell me if four mags will fit in either pouch? I have a theory on these, and need some help. I think a lot was made to incorrect dimensions and rejected, that's why we see so many in unissued condition. I don't think this is from shrinking, as the four mags fit in the case, but the top won't close. Mine say, CASE,SMALL ARMS, AMMUNITION, M16A1 RIFLE 8465-935-4871 DSA 100-68-C-1194 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted March 2, 2009 Share #5 Posted March 2, 2009 Very nice pouches, let me know if you want to sell or trade the mint one to me. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattD Posted March 2, 2009 Share #6 Posted March 2, 2009 Very nice pouches, let me know if you want to sell or trade the mint one to me. Thanks. I was wondering how before Jason offered to buy them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotlead Posted March 2, 2009 Share #7 Posted March 2, 2009 I'd like to buy the used one. I'd like to see if my theory has any merit, please let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A2vento88 Posted March 2, 2009 Author Share #8 Posted March 2, 2009 I hadnt planned on selling them, But I will take offers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewA74 Posted March 2, 2009 Share #9 Posted March 2, 2009 They aren't always mint. In fact, most of the ones I have seen are used to the point of no return. Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keystone Posted March 3, 2009 Share #10 Posted March 3, 2009 Hotlead, I just tried the two I have with the same contract number as yours and you're right, the fit was way to tight. I did get the flaps closed but only after alot of effort. Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercenary25 Posted March 3, 2009 Share #11 Posted March 3, 2009 I bet hollywood has warehouse of this pouches. I believe it's more common to see 20 rounds pouches in hollywood more than in actual field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotlead Posted March 4, 2009 Share #12 Posted March 4, 2009 Everyone had 'em in "We Were Soldiers"...........three years before they came out................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justin Posted March 6, 2009 Share #13 Posted March 6, 2009 Everyone had 'em in "We Were Soldiers"...........three years before they came out................ Yeah, and the guys in "Platoon" had em a year before they were out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOLO Posted March 6, 2009 Share #14 Posted March 6, 2009 Hotlead,I just tried the two I have with the same contract number as yours and you're right, the fit was way to tight. I did get the flaps closed but only after alot of effort. Tim that could be why the shorter pouches are not as common, I bet the soldiers didnt like them because the magazines fit too tight and the flaps dont close easily. The shorter pouches look nice and compact but they were actually too small and not as functional as the univeral sized pouch. not very useful in a fire fight when you need to get your magazines quickly thats probably why you mostly see the universal sized pouches used in Vietnam wartime photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotlead Posted March 6, 2009 Share #15 Posted March 6, 2009 Maybe so,........I wonder if ARVN guys used them, 5 15rd Carbine mags fit perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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