The Chaplain Kit

Vietnam-era (Type II) kit. The distinguishing characteristics of the Type I kit are: 1) The material seems to be shinier. It seems to me to be a “cheaper” material but I’m not sure that’s true. 2) There is NO strap that runs lengthwise perpendicular to the other two shorter straps. And, 3) the shoulder strap is thinner but has a pad that slides onto the strap. I also understand that the pieces inside have a little different appearance, but you nearly have to compare them side-by-side to tell.