Sling color question please

[Jmd62]

Hey Guys,

I have these two canvass slings, both marked SM Co 1944, though it's harder to see on the darker sling unless it's in the right lighting. I was wondering if you have any
ideas as to why the one is so brown in color?

Thanks!
James

[RCS]

the color started to change during the mid war period from lighter to darker with overlap

[Jmd62]

Excellent, thank you Sir!

[TJT]

I've seen the light and dark green slings but not a brown one. I may be wrong but methinks some one dyed the brown one.
Jon

[Jmd62]

Very possible Jon, thanks!

[Jmd62]

Hey Guys,

I decided to rinse it with some blue Dawn and it definitely changed a bit.

[RDS]

I have had good luck cleaning greasy dirty slings by using brake cleaner. I use "green" brake cleaner. I stuff the sling in a large pickle jar and spray it with brake cleaner. I replace the lid and shake it up and if necessary repeat. I then hang it on clothes line to dry. Unlike washing with detergent the color does not change or markings disappear.

[Jmd62]

Excellent tip, thanks!