Ammunition Bandolier Pouch for 50 rounds of .303" calibre in five round clips dated 12 July 1917. With the bandolier was 13 rounds of Mk. VII ammunition ball. (These rounds were disposed of for safety reasons). CONFIRM TYPE OF BANDOLIER TWO POSSIBLE DESCRIPTIONS: The Bandolier Equipment, Pattern 1903 50 Round Bandolier, Mk. I, was introduced with the Pattern 1903 Bandolier Equipment in List of Changes entry §12389, dated 20th October 1903. It has five pockets, each of which holds ten rounds of .303-inch ammunition in two 5 round chargers. The Bandolier is cut on a curve to fit over the shoulder and has a small steadying strap that fits around the Pattern 1903 Waist belt. The Mk. I Bandolier is easily identified by its elaborate cast buckle. This Mk. I Bandolier is maker marked "BECKWORTHS LTD. C &M." and is dated 1903. From the Karkee Web Collection. The Bandolier Equipment, Pattern 1903 50 Round Bandolier, Mk. II, replaced the Mk. I Bandolier in List of Changes entry §13273, dated 27th November 1905. It is similar to the Mk. I version, except that the complicated buckle of the Mk. I has been replaced by a plain buckle, a short strap, and a brass triangle. This type of Bandolier was produced in huge numbers, and was still being made in South Africa as late as the 2nd World War. This typical example is maker marked "S. Clarke & Co." and is dated 1918. From the Karkee Web Collection.