1964 SWISS ARMY AMMO BAG
1964 SWISS ARMY AMMO BAG
1964 Swiss Army Ammo Bag
An original Swiss Army ammunition bag dated 1964, constructed from heavy-duty cotton canvas and reinforced with thick vegetable-tanned leather.
The body is made from tightly woven military canvas in a muted green tone, selected for durability and resistance to abrasion. Over time, the fabric has softened while retaining its structure, developing subtle fading and surface variation that reflects age rather than wear.
Reinforcement panels, straps, and closure details are executed in full-grain leather, cut thick and minimally finished. The leather shows natural creasing, surface marks, and gradual darkening — a patina formed through decades of use and handling. Riveted construction and wide stitching emphasize strength and longevity, consistent with Swiss military specifications.
The closure system is functional and precise, designed to secure contents efficiently without excess material or decoration. Every element serves a purpose, allowing the materials themselves to define the form.
A restrained, utilitarian object that embodies post-war European military craftsmanship, valued today for its balance of function, proportion, and material integrity.
Details
- Origin: Swiss Army
- Year: 1964
- Material: Heavy cotton canvas, full-grain leather
- Color: Military green / brown leather
- Finish: Natural aging/ Patina
- Condition: Original vintage
- Dimensions: H 25.5cm W 30.5cm D 10.2cm