WWII J.Q.D. 88 Mountain Rucksack Strap

Original WWII J.Q.D. 88 Mountain Rucksack waist straps (often called "belly bands") are highly sought-after items. They were used by the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division. Because these straps could easily slide off the metal frame, they were often lost or used for other purposes. As a result, loose, authentic examples are rare today.

Key Specifications & Features

• Nomenclature: Specification J.Q.D. 88 / 88B (Jeffersonville Quartermaster Depot).
• Material: 1-inch wide, tightly woven pre-1943 khaki canvas webbing (OD#3 shade).
• Hardware: Blackened, solid steel buckles and adjustment slides.
• Function: Ensures the bottom of the rucksack stays securely around the waist during skiing or climbing.