SWISS OD GAS MASK BAG W/STRAP USED

Originally issued by the Swiss Army in the 1970s, this olive drab gas mask bag is genuine military surplus — the real article that served in Swiss service, not a later remake. Built from rubberized vinyl over a fabric backing, it was designed to keep contents dry and protected in the field, and that same waterproof construction makes it a versatile carry option decades after issue.

End customers find dozens of uses for these compact Swiss bags: tackle and lure pouches, range bags for small accessories, EDC and possibles bags, first aid kits, camera and lens carriers, bushcraft haversacks, festival and bike bags, or simple cross-body carry. Collectors and reenactors value them as authentic Cold War-era Swiss issue, while preppers and outdoorsmen appreciate the rugged, weather-resistant build at a surplus price point. This is a category that consistently moves for shopkeepers — broad appeal, low price, and unmistakable military character.

Construction & Features

• Rubberized vinyl exterior for waterproof protection of contents
• Flap top with twin snap closures securing the main compartment
• Two interior hook-and-loop pockets to organize smaller items
• Adjustable webbing shoulder strap with metal hooks to D-rings
• Rear snap belt loop for hip-carry as an alternative to the strap
• Approximate dimensions: 10 x 7 x 3.5 in
• Olive drab (OD green) finish consistent with Swiss military issue

Authentic Swiss Surplus

This is used, originally-issued Swiss Army stock from the 1970s era. Expect honest field-use character — light scuffs, surface marks, snap and hardware patina, and minor variation between individual bags. That authenticity is exactly what collectors, militaria enthusiasts, and surplus buyers are looking for: a piece of Swiss military history that still earns its keep as a working bag.

Who It Sells To

• Military surplus collectors and Cold War / Swiss Army enthusiasts
• Reenactors and living-history hobbyists
• Hunters, anglers, hikers, and bushcrafters wanting a compact weatherproof haversack
• Preppers building affordable first-aid or EDC kits
• General gift and impulse-buy shoppers drawn to the distinctive military look