Garand Web Sling War/Post-War ID

[cuppednlocked]

I purchased a few slings recently as post-war slings, but I believe 2 are late WWII.

The keeper is ribbed, but has a narrow "lock" shown here (post #5): Web Sling identification - CMP Forums

They also have blackened brass tips.

When were the aluminum and parkerized steel used? Is there a difference in the weave from war to post-war?

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[Mike D]

I've never heard or read that aluminum was used during WWII. There is also a khaki colored WWII web sling. Keep in mind that some "late" WWII web slings could in fact be a sling that was later repaired with post-war parts.

[bearhunter]

Aluminum has been around for a long time. It was used during WWI as well. They made all sorts of things out of it in WWII, mostly aircraft.

[Mike D]

Gotcha Bearhunter I was specifically referring to the hardware used on slings. I thought it was just steel and brass.

[bearhunter]

Mike D, I was actually pulling your leg. You left yourself wide open and I just couldn't resist.