Club Obi Wan

The original WPG MKVII that I ordered last week arrived safe and sound on my doorstep today. As some other members said, there was no VAT.

I am amazed that this is a 60+ year old bag. It is in an excellent condition, no rust or dry rot that I can see. I will give it a more thorough going over tomorrow. It is only slightly dusty, slightly musty.

I was in the army and used much newer web gear that was in much worse shape. This bag could've passed as current gear - I am very impressed with the product that I received.

Congratulations! They really are great bags. Mine is 63 years old to be precise, and still as strong as the day it was manufactured.

They are excellent bags, pity our MOD can't make em' like they used to :!:

Congratulations, Matei.

I'm sure you've read the MKVII threads - I recommend gently handwashing an original MKVII (followed with a good rinsing).

Then, you have a great utility bag to start filling up with all kinds of useful items. Have Fun.

Best Regards,

Thanks for the tip. I indeed scoured the threads for the best method of cleaning the bag. Since it was just a bit dusty, I did the ol' warm water/wee bit of washing up liquid and let 'er sit in a bucket for about 2.5 hours. After that I rinsed it and put it in the loo to dry.

By the morning it was almost all dry. It really has kept its shape as well!