US Army M1A1 Carbine weapon canvas case, ORIGINAL, 1944 paratrooper Airborne For Sale

Military MemorabiliaScabbard, Jump Case, Carbine M1A1
US Army
WW2 ORIGINAL, not a repoCanvas, OD green, marked "Atlas Awning 1944", two lift the dot fasteners for the flap
Rigger modified:1. Two cases have been sewn together2. Extending the case to a length of 42" a. ? for extra MG barrel b. ? radio antennae
3. Leg tie down strap has been removed.The M1A1 Carbine scabbard was a crucial piece of WWII airborne equipment, a padded canvas case designed to carry the folding-stock carbine during parachute jumps, protecting it and allowing quick deployment by strapping to the leg or harness, though often bypassed by paratroopers for safer methods like tucking it into the parachute. Developed at the request of Airborne Command, it secured the carbine for immediate use after landing, featuring loops for belt attachment and sometimes rigger-modified pouches for extra magazines, evolving from earlier jump bags and distinct from leather scabbards used with vehicles.Development & Purpose

• Need for Airborne Weaponry: The M1A1 Carbine, with its folding stock, was specifically developed for paratroopers, and a secure carrying method was needed for jumps.
• Official Requirement: The Quartermaster Corps developed the canvas scabbard after requests from Airborne Command, with specifications prepared by the Jeffersonville Depot.
• Protection & Access: The scabbard protected the carbine during the rough descent, allowing it to be quickly removed and made ready by unfolding the stock.
  

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