The Rifles Cross Belt comes in two optional formats both of which are visually identical. The difference between the two is the purchaser has the choice of either Sterling Silver (Hallmarked) or Silver Plated furniture if he or she so wishes. The word 'furniture' is a collective term used to describe the metal adorments fitted to the leather Crossbelt. Both formats have silver plated connector fittings, back plate for the badge and unique serial number. This particular belt is worn by Officers and Warrant Officers
The individual components of the belt are:
1: 76mm wide Leather Cross Belt & Pouch plus connector fittings. 2: Rifles Cross Belt Badge & Backplate. 3: Whistle & Inkerman Chain with Lions Head fittings. 4: Rifles Rear Pouch Badge.
Measuring for a Cross Belt. Wearing a No:2 Dress Jacket, Shirt & Tie; the tape measurement must be taken from the centre of the front badge (centre of the sternum) along the centre line of the belt, up and under the centre of the left epaulette, down and across the back and under the right armpit to rejoin the front badge. A perfectly fitted Cross Belt should have a gap of 4 fingers width between the upper edge of the belt and the right armpit of the jacket. For a more detailed explanation of the measuring, fitting and wearing of this accoutrement please click on the following link:
http://www.army.mod.uk/documents/general/Rifles_Dress_Guidance_as_at_Dec_2009.pdf
Ordering. If you wish to have a complete belt simply select the size of leather Crossbelt you require and furniture from the DROP DOWN BOXES below.
If you only require a particular part or parts of the Cross Belt simply select only those items you need.
The inclusive cost of each item including P&P (UK Special Delivery only) and VAT is shown against each item within each DROP DOWN BOX.
Please note this item will be delivered direct to you from the manufacturer by Special Delivery (Signed for). Because of its high value it is essential that there is someone at the delivery address able to take responsibility for its receipt. Please also be aware that if all components of the belt are in stock it will be dispatched immediately. However on occasions dispatch delays can occur due to the complex involvement of agencies outside the manufacturing process (Assay Office etc). The advice to purchasers therefore is to order the belt well in advance of any specific event it is required for to avoid disappointment.
IMPORTANT NOTICE - STERLING SILVER FURNITURE
Due to the present fluctuating prices across world markets for precious metals a stable advertised price for Sterling Silver fittings cannot be provided by the manufacturer and displayed on the Riflesdirect website for online purchase. Customers wishing to purchase Sterling Silver furniture are asked to contact the office for a POA. Tel: 0845 6434584 or Mil: 94271 5125.
