Mills web belt identification help needed

[Hallibag]

I’ve done a fair amount of searching but have not managed to identify this web belt. As you can see, it’s marked M.E. Co. and dated 1917. Now, I have found similar belts, but they all have differences. I’m not sure if this one is something unusual, or a common belt that’s been modified / messed with. So, I’m hoping an expert here might help identify which pattern belt this is.

[rra227]

Shotgun ammo belt? Rich A. in Pa.

[Hallibag]

I don’t think so. My best guess is British cavalry. Closest match I’ve managed to find is the belt at the top of this photo…



… found at:
Short History of Mills Cavalry Webbing

[Hallibag]

Okay, I’m thinking it may be one of these belts, with the angled chapes and their buckles and loops removed from the back adjustment strap: WEO Experimental