German artillery/mortar measuring distance gauge band, « MESSBAND »
Description
An early example of a German artillery or mortar distance measuring band. The measuring band and container is in mint unissued condition. The band is manufactured from an early flexible vinyl. Waterproof and in excellent condition. Both ends reinforced with aluminum fittings to be held in place. These would have been used to be spread up in the field for the observers to locate and record distance for artillery or mortar placements. The band itself is nicely marked and dated « dvb 1941 ». Metal container is green color and marked along the top. Entire is ink stamped with the waffenamt and maker. the set is in mint unissued condition. A difficult and desirable accessory for any weapons or fieldgear collector.
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