Boer War South African Mauser 7x57mm 12x5-Round Leather Bandolier (60-Round) Medals issued widely to Special Operations

issued widely to Special Operations Executive (SOE)

the oldest continuously serving regiment in the British Army

or holsters to be attached to the soldier’s main belt or yoke system during field operations

surrounded by a silver wreath

22 training rifles used by the British military and cadet forces

Boer War South African Mauser 7x57mm 12x5-Round Leather Bandolier (60-Round) Medals issued widely to Special OperationsBased on the construction shown (locally made leatherwork, scalloped hand finished edges, simple stud fastened square pouches sized for 5 round Mauser stripper clips, and a plain brass buckle), this is best identified as a South African Boer era Mauser bandolier intended for 7x57mm Mauser ammunition in 12 x 5 round clip pouches (60 rounds total). The layout and economy leatherworking style is consistent with regional saddle maker production seen in