Swedish Army M59 Webbing Suspenders – Genuine Military Surplus
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Military Clothing Size Guide (Click to Expand)
Military clothing sizes are listed as Height / Chest (for jackets and smocks) or Height / Waist (for trousers).
Example: 180/96 fits someone around 5'11" tall with a 38" chest.
| NATO Size (Label) | Approx Height | Chest / Waist (in) | Generic Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 / 88 | 5'3"–5'5" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 88 | 5'7"–5'9" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 96 | 5'7"–5'9" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 96 | 5'10"–5'11" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 104 | 5'10"–5'11" | 40–41" | Large (L) |
| 190 / 96 | 6'2" | 37–38" | Medium (M) Tall |
| 190 / 104 | 6'2" | 40–41" | Large (L) Tall |
| 180 / 112 | 5'11" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) |
| 190 / 112 | 6'2" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) Tall |
| 200 / 120 | 6'4"+ | 46–48" | 2X-Large (2XL) |
⚙️ Sizing Tips
- The first number is your height in cm.
- The second number is your chest or waist in cm.
- Military gear is usually cut roomy for layering and movement.
- If you’re between sizes, go down for a closer fit or up for layering.
- Example: 5'11" tall with 40" chest → 180/104 (Large).
Swedish Army M59 Webbing Suspenders – Genuine Military Surplus
The Swedish Army M59 Suspenders are a robust, load-bearing solution designed to distribute the weight of a heavy duty belt across the shoulders. Sourced as genuine Swedish Army (Svenska Armén) surplus, these vintage suspenders were a core component of the Swedish soldier's kit from the 1950s through to the 1990s. Built from high-tenacity cotton webbing in the classic Swedish Forest Green, they feature padded shoulder straps to reduce fatigue during extended patrols or heavy labour. Their universal design makes them an exceptional choice for building custom bushcraft belt rigs or enhancing existing PLCE webbing sets.
Technical Details & Features
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Universal 2" Fit: Designed to interface with standard 50mm (2-inch) duty or combat belts, allowing for easy integration into various load-carrying systems.
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Padded Shoulder Straps: Features integrated padding to cushion the load, significantly increasing comfort when carrying heavy tools, pouches, or water bottles.
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Heavy-Duty Hardware: Equipped with vintage metal adjusters and loops for reliable, slip-free length adjustment even under heavy tension.
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Durable Webbing Construction: Manufactured from thick, abrasion-resistant webbing designed for decades of service in harsh Nordic environments.
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Fully Adjustable: The length can be easily modified at both the front and rear to ensure a perfect fit for various heights and torso lengths.
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Authentic Forest Green: Finished in the signature Swedish military hue, providing excellent low-profile concealment in woodland and field settings.
Realistic Use Cases
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Bushcraft & Woodsmanship: Create a traditional "belt kit" to carry your knife, axe, and tinder pouch without the belt sagging or causing hip discomfort.
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Airsoft & Reenactment: An essential, authentic component for Cold War-era Swedish load-outs or as a base for custom tactical rigs.
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Heavy-Duty Work Belt: Ideal for tradespeople or gardeners who carry heavy tool pouches and need to shift the weight from the waist to the shoulders.
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PLCE Integration: A popular "hack" for British Army PLCE users looking for a simpler, padded alternative to standard yokes.
Condition & Authenticity
These are genuine Swedish military surplus items, available in Grade 1 condition.
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Grade 1: Excellent original condition. While these have seen prior use, they are structurally perfect and ready for service. Expect minor signs of history, such as surface tarnish on the metal buckles and clasps or faint storage marks, which only add to their vintage character.
As a piece of authentic army surplus UK stock, these suspenders offer a level of "over-engineered" durability that modern civilian equivalents rarely match.
Domestic Shipping
We mainly use Royal mail 48 for items under 1kg and DPD for items over this weight. We may change this at any time dependant on service availability and destination.
We send out the majority of orders the same day of receiving upto 1pm
We also offer an express shipping service which ensures your delivery is prioritised for delivery as quick as possible and usually delivered the next working day.
We do offer Saturday delivery and timed delivery but prices are on application.
For US and Canada we mainly use Fedex priority and deliveries are usually recieved within 2 to 5 days
For EU deliveries we mainly use DPD by road and usually takes from 3 to 7 days, your parcels are not necessarily delivered by DPD in your county and the parcel may be passed to your countries nominated carrier.
Rest of the World, we have availability with all the major carriers and each is nominated dependant on the best service for the receivers destination.
If you can not get an automated shipping quote please contact us for a spot shipping quote.
If you are not entirely satisfied with your purchase, we're here to help.
You have 7 calendar days to contact us and arrange for the item to be returned which will be received by us no longer than 30 days from initial order. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused (if applicable) and in the same condition that you received it. Your item must be in the original packaging (if applicable).
There is a £3.99 charge to use our returns facility. (UK domestic only)
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When sending items back please ensure that the proof of purchase (or copy) is within the package with any instructions if applicable.
Once we receive your item, we will inspect it and notify you that we have received your returned item. We will immediately notify you on the status of your refund or exchange and if applicable we will initiate a refund via your original method of payment.
If you opt for an exchange we will contact you for further postage costs. (price dependant on weight/destination).
If applicable you will receive the credit within 7 days, depending on your card issuer's policies. Contact Us If you have any questions on how to return your item to us.