September 15, 16, & 17, 2026 Firearms & Militaria
The live portion of this session begins on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Lot #2316:
BRITISH WWII MEDICAL RESEARCH COUNCIL BODY ARMOR.
From 1940-1942 the British Army and the Medical Research Council (MRC) worked hard at developing a set of body armor that could fill the needs of all services that could be worn comfortably. The material used in this body armor was the same 1mm manganese steel found in British helmets. The body armor was designed so that its three pieces covered the vital parts of the body. “After field trials on 5000 sets of armor, official use was given in April 1942 to introduce the body armor into the British Army. Originally 500,000 sets were to be produced although eventually only 200,000 were actually produced with 79,000 being issued." This example is complete with its chest plate, lower belly, and rear plate. Canvas coverings with felt padding held in place by straps. Marked "ABL / AMS" with obscured date. Scattered wear with stains and blemishes. CONDITION: Good. Please note that this armor is being sold as a collectible only, and not a protective device
Item Dimensions: 15" X 10"