I had a substantial leather belt and a Western brand mid size hunting knife w/leather sheath when I got to RVN in April '70, by June both had completely rotted. Boots lasted 90-120 days. Monsoon, 95% daily humidity, 95+ temperature. Not conducive to the upkeep or maintenance of leather.
And the rats would eat it too. (One bit a chunk out of my lower lip one rainy night)
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