Perforated coupling

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American perforated coupling version " M1956 ". Execution around 1968/69
Hole coupling equipped with knife and magazine pocket.

A perforated belt is a belt that is provided with holes, which are usually reinforced by eyelets . The holes are spaced a certain distance apart. The belt itself can be made of leather , nylon or some other relatively resilient material. The perforated coupling is mainly used in the military sector. Thanks to the structure of a perforated coupling, various bags can be easily and stably attached to this. Hole coupling is available in different designs - in practice the armies of different countries each use their own hole coupling systems, but there are certain "standards" that are used again and again, even in different countries.

In addition to the pure perforated coupling, there are also complete carrying systems - the perforated coupling is B. paddock support frames added to increase the comfort of the paddock. You have to consider that in addition to drinking water bottles, magazines , folding spades , NBC protective masks and other objects can be attached to a coupling system.

Perforated belts or belt carrying systems have recently often been replaced by so-called "tactical vests". In addition to the attachment of various bags, these vests offer the advantage of being more comfortable to carry. The individual pockets of these vests are also easier to reach for the wearer.