Sometimes the large ammo pouch is too much ammo. Somestimes 1 explosive is not enough, somestimes one kit is not enough.
It would be sweet if there was an inbetween that gave up a few rounds to get one other item.
Officially, combination pouches containing both grenades and medical supplies were not standard issue in World War II. Militaries issued specific pouches for individual items. However, troops frequently practiced field improvisation.Soldiers often repurposed existing gear in the field to suit their immediate combat needs:Repurposed
Grenade Pouches: The U.S. Army introduced the late-war 3-pocket grenade carrier. Medics sometimes adapted these, using the individual canvas compartments to organize, carry, and distribute essential bandages and first-aid dressings.Improvised
Grenade Carriers: Standard first-aid pouches were strictly meant for individual Carlisle bandages or tins. However, troops needing extra carrying capacity would press canteen covers and general-purpose ammunition bags into service as makeshift grenade pouches.
Soviet “Twin” Bags: The Red Army widely issued standard 4-pocket grenade bags. While strictly intended for hand grenades, troops in urban combat would occasionally swap out some grenades for extra ammunition or medical rolls.