CANADIAN No2 Mk I BROWNING HI POWER HOLSTER

This is an original Canadian Holster, C, No. 2, Mk 2 second Model was made by Zephyr Loom & Textile, Toronto-based, manufacturer of Pattern 1937 Web Equipment for the Canadian Army.

The Mk 2 was in answer to the many short comings of the Mk 1, biggest being quick removal of the pistol, these where in service with the Canadian and British.

Two outer flaps fold over each other and are secured with a quick release tab fitting into a metal loop and staple arrangement. Note also the phenolated resin tip to the tab, typical of late war Canadian production.

The holster carries both a cleaning rod and a spare magazine in addition to the pistol itself. None are included with the holster. 

The magazine is held in a simple tin metal sleeve that prevents it from becoming damaged.

As well as a pair of brass C hooks to attach it to 37 pattern webbing set, there is a simple belt loop to allow it to be carried on any belt the user might prefer.

The holster’s markings are all under the top flap and include the letters ZL&T ltd, 1945, Zephyr Loom and Textile, the manufacturer, a /|\ inside a ‘C’ (C broad arrow) indicating Canadian ownership and the letter TPL.   TPL indicates that this holster had been treated with an antifungal agent for use in the Pacific War where it was expected the Canadians would be deployed.

The atomic bomb meant that this was not needed, but the holsters with their treatment remained.  The staining on the holster is from the antifungal agent used.

We also sell the Original Canadian WW2 Inglis BHP stock holster frog.

Attaches the wood stock/holster of the browning hi power to the belt.

Nicely marked "Z.L.&T.Ltd" for Zephyr Loom and Textile Limited with a Canadian C broad arrow.

You can see the frog here: HOLSTER FROG