WW2 Canadian P37 Web Skeleton Water Bottle Canteen Carrier

The WW2 Canadian P37 Web Skeleton Water Bottle Canteen Carrier is a military-issue equipment piece developed for the Canadian Army during the Second World War. Manufactured as part of the Pattern 1937 (P37) webbing system, this carrier was designed to securely hold the standard-issue metal water bottle. Constructed from woven cotton webbing, it features a “skeleton” design, consisting of straps and buckles, which provides a lightweight and breathable method for attaching the canteen to a belt or shoulder strap. The carrier includes brass or steel hardware, with web loops for securing the bottle and an adjustable closure for retention. Typically issued in khaki or green variation, the P37 water bottle carrier was a standard component of Canadian infantry equipment, valued for its practicality and adaptability in various combat environments. Its design reflects the emphasis on modularity and durability that characterized Commonwealth military gear of the era.