101st Airborne shoulder patch, « British Made »Rare 101st Airborne Division unit patch, « British Made », in excellent condition.
101st airborne shoulder patch, « white tongue / green backed »Rare 101st Airborne Division unit patch. US manufactured example with the desirable white tongue variant and featuring the rarer green back on both the patch and tab. In mint unissued condition.
2nd Infantry Division « Indianhead » Military Police USM1 helmetA unique and extremely rare USM1 front seam fixed bale helmet used by the military police of the 2nd Infantry Division. The helmet retains its original period painted 2nd infantry division Indian head emblem painted over an earlier one. The white painted « MP » initials are underneath. The original yellow division band is present under the application of a three color stripped red, blue and thin white band painted on the helmet later during the conflict. Although unknown at this time for what particular purpose. The helmets exterior is in its original undisturbed and as found state. Shows wear, scuffs, and scraps. It was not stored in the most ideal environment. The two khaki web straps with early brass hardware are present and show straining but remain as found. The helmets interior shows paint loose and some rust. Barely visible along the back and painted in white paint is the name of the former owner « RENWE… ». No research has been performed. The helmet was found a few years ago and comes directly from the Ardennes area. A fresh to market helmet. Unique, untouched and desirable « MP » helmet to one of the most famous Infantry divisions of the war.
2nd US Army shoulder patchUS shoulder patch of the 2nd Army, in excellent condition.
5th Army captain's US M41 field combat jacketA US M1941 field jacket for a captain in the 5th Army. Constructed from a khaki-green windproof and water-resistant cotton poplin with a flannel lining. Standard and typical buttoned tabs at the waist and sleeves. Front closure by a period standard zipper that is hidden behind a buttoned flap manufactured by « CONMAR ». Two wise pleats along the back and button tab under the collar. Sized in roughly a « 38 ». Period hand sewn 5th Army patch along with a set of nice combat used captains bars along the shoulder loops. All complete and period attached. A choice example.
9th US Air Force insignia
American propaganda tractAmerican propaganda tract intended for German soldiers, it is in excellent condition.
Artillery / Flak storage box in late-war two-tone tan green camouflage paintA small parts or ersatzteile box for Artillery or Flak that has been period two-tone spray camouflage in tan and green colors. In untouched condition and still retaining over 90% of its finish. A very nice and rather unique small item that adds that extra touch to any camouflage display.
Atypical German flare ammo pouch and holster carrying strapGerman mid-war flare ammo pouch and flare pistol holster carrying leather strap, atypical construction using German canteen hooks, first time we come across this variant, in excellent condition.
Austrian M17 transitional reissue double decal combat helmetA rare Austrian M17 transitional Heer reissue double decal combat helmet. The helmet is a size « 66 » with no lot number visible. The helmet's exterior features a reissue feldgrau paint with the period addition of both decals. From combat wear the original dark mustard brown paint is somewhat visible. The decals rate in over 94% with some wear present. The helmet's interior is complete with early German issued liner in a supple medium brown leather. Named both on the liner and on the back skirt. It still retains its early « CARL TESCH BERLIN 1938 » chinstrap. A rare early transitional German combat helmet.
Battle damaged Waffen-SS belt buckle, « RZM 155/40 SS »Very nice Waffen-SS enlisted mans combat belt buckle. Steel construction and still retaining well over 75% of the factory silver factory finish. Maker marked and dated « RZM 155/40 SS ». Nice battle damaged example.
Bicolor MP38/40 magazine pouch, « 42gyc »A superb MP38/40 magazine pouch. Factory construction from two different types of material. Base material being a dark blue canvas and the flaps being in greyish material. Natural brown leather closure straps, the middle one is marked with Waffenamt. Belt loops are in blue webbing. A rarer variant to encounter in excellent condition.
Bicolor MP38/40 magazine pouch, « dkk42 »A superb mid-war MP38/40 magazine pouch. Factory construction from two different types of material. Leather closure straps and belt loops are in natural brown leather. Two of the flaps are blue ink-stamped, one with the maker's code and date « dkk42 » for the maker « Offermann & Sohne Bensberg » and the other one with the Waffenamt. A rarer variant to encounter in excellent condition.
Box of 25 micros for the throat microphoneBox containing 25 micros for the throat microphone, in mint/unissued condition, marked with the waffenamt.
British signal whistle, « Acme »A period British made whistle. Manufactured from brass the whistle is complete with chain and hook. Manufactured by the English firm « ACME » which made the crickets that became popular amongst the Airborne troops and used in Normandy, France. Several patent dates are stamped along the top of the whistle. A nice accent piece to a display.
British WWII RAF air field and station flagA period and early British WWII Air Field Station flag. Factory made example from a heavier cotton linen material. Multi piece construction and properly maker marked along the edge. Measuring the correct size for a flag of its type « 47 x 90cm ». In very nice slightly used condition with some minor small rips. A rare and highly desirable flag that would have been seen on airfields especially during the BLITZ in 1941. Rare and desirable flag.
Camouflage & battle damaged VW Type 82 Kübelwagen doorAn original Volkswagen « Type 82 » Kübelwagen door. Camouflage with green paint and featuring multiple areas of battle damage. The door remains in untouched and as found condition. Tan factory applied paint is matte in texture and roughly 90% complete. The latch and handle are absent. The door was original recovered from the previous owner in the Normandy Region in France. A rather rare, desirable and difficult to find camouflage vehicle section.
Cased German Volt meter device, « 1938 »German Volt meter device, dated 1938, comes in its original case with carrying strap, white ink stamped with the Waffenamt, set in overall excellent condition.
Choice German sand textured tan camouflage gas mask canister set, « named »A stellar and superb German sand textured tan camouflage gas mask canister set. This is a unique and desirable set. Olive tan painted exterior with a mixture of sand. Mid-war vintage and retaining all nice ersatz material straps. The paint and sand mixture are roughly over 90% present. Only some wear along the top and bottom of the can. Very similar to the style of camouflage done on Coastal Artillery units. The set retains its rubber gummi o-ring seal. Nicely named to « Hammerl » and matching numbers « 231E » on the can and gasmask itself. Overall a top shelf piece and unique camouflage application.
Choice German two-tone camouflage gas mask canister setA choice German two-tone spray camouflage short gas mask canister set. This unique and desirable set is spray painted in a two-tone yellow and green paint. The paint covers well over 95% of the canister's surface. A normal amount of wear is present. Straps are complete. Both the gas mask and canister are matching numbers marked « II / 1025 ». « DRP » and early Waffenamt on the interior is present. Overall a top shelf piece in this desirable camouflage finish.
Choice M35 police double decal combat helmet, « NS64 »A stunning early M1935 Police double decal combat helmet. The helmet is an « N.S.64 » with a lot number of « B141 ». The helmet's exterior features a feldgrau factory finish in matte paint that rates well over 99%. Minor storage wear is present to include minimal scuffs and light scratches. The early borderless police decal and early party shield are present and rates in 98%. The helmet's interior is complete and untouched. Early light colors brown leather liner is complete and pliable with its drawstring. Dome stamp is present and dated « 1938 ». Complete and correct natural brown leather chinstrap is present, nicely maker marked and dated « Otto Breitschun Eisleben 1939 ». A very high condition Police combat helmet. Choice.
Choice M40 Heer sand textured three-tone camouflage combat helmet, « Kustenartillerie »A stellar M1940 Heer three-tone sand camouflage combat helmet « Kustenartillerie ». The maker and the size is not readable but has a lot number of « DN161 ». The helmet's exterior features a true artist style period hand brush painted camouflage pattern. The colors of tan, brown and green with a mixture of sand. Nicely gentle sloping design makes this helmet very attractive with top shelf eye appeal. Normal to minor combat wear is present. Split-pins intact, tightly secured and retaining also their finish. The helmet's exterior shows use and wear yet in good overall shape. Partial leather liner is present, shows use and blood stained. Void of a chin strap and drawstring. Overall a very striking and top shelf Coastal Artillery camouflage combat helmet. Choice.
Cushion cover 106th Infantry DivisionCushion cover 106th Infantry Division, purchase in barracks, very nice general condition.
Customised USAAF Pilot Wings, « Sterling »Very nice US Army Air Forces pilot wings, customised by the pilot, silver model « Sterling », in overall very good condition.
DAK captured US fuel canister for German use with 90th Panzer Grenadier Division tactical emblem, « Italy »A very nice and rare early war US jerrycan in tropical paint, captured and repurposed for German use. The jerry can is in very good condition. Features a period tan camouflage paint. Retains well over 90% of its tropical finish. Dated and maker marked. Period unit emblem is painted along the side of the can. Featuring a white shield with a green horizontal sword. This emblem is the one of the 90th Panzer-Grenadier division. This division was formed in Sardinia (an island in the Mediterranean) in June 1943. The division was transferred to Sicily in the fall of 1943 and was deployed to all the major campaigns of Italy, including Cassino, Anzio, and the Battle of the Po River, until it was destroyed at Bologna in April 1945. Choice and unique vehicle piece!
DAK Luftwaffe glider camouflage souvenir section, « US / British captured »A very interesting section of captured US / British Luftwaffe Glider section in camouflage finish. Section measures roughly « 20cm by 7cm ». Made from a classic cotton linen material that was used for gliders. The front shows remnants of the desert camouflage. Reverse shows area and date of capture. « MARTUBA - NEAR DERNA - LIBYA » and dated « April of 1943 ». A recently surfaced example and fresh offering.
Deutsche Heereskarte Belgien, Battle of the Bulge, « EUPEN - MALMEDY »A wartime printed and issued German Army map of the famous area of « EUPEN - MALMEDY », in Belgium. The map is in excellent condition. It shows the important terrain and roads in the location that would see the last forward movement of the new famous « Kampfgruppe Peiper » during the « Ardennes Offensive ».
Deutsche Wehrmacht service armband, « embroidered »A period Deutsche Wehrmacht service armband. Classic orange/yellow bright cotton linen material backing. Black machine embroidering in a stylish script. Rare example in excellent condition.
Deutsche Wehrmacht service issued armband, « embroidered »A period Deutsche Wehrmacht service armband. Classic orange / yellow bright cotton linen material backing. Black machine embroidering in a stylish Gothic script. Retains a faint stamp along the top right for its issued location or district. Rare example in excellent condition.
Deutsche Wehrmacht service issued armband, « embroidered »A period Deutsche Wehrmacht service armband. Classic orange / yellow bright cotton linen material backing. Black machine embroidering in a stylish Gothic script, in overall excellent condition.
Deutsche Wehrmacht service issued armband, « printed / worn-used »A period Deutsche Wehrmacht service armband. Classic orange / yellow bright cotton linen material backing. Black machine printing in a stylish Gothic script. The armband shows actual use and wear which is rarely encountered in these examples. This can be seen in the remnants of the thread used to attach the armband to the uniform. A nice last-ditch example.
DJ shoulder strap « Bann 539 »DJ shoulder strap « Bann 539 », RZM paper tag present on the reverse, very good condition.
Earliest German paratrooper « Fallschirmsjäger » gas mask carry bag, « Auer »A first type German paratrooper « Fallschirmjäger » early green gas mask carrying bag. Earliest construction type example featuring a feldgrau green material and lined in a grey reinforcement tape material. It retains all straps. Straps are made from the classic black stiff material as seen on grenade bag sets. Stiff in fell because in excellent condition. All metal hardware is present and factory painted in green paint. Pull-tab and strap are complete, present and fully functional. Constructed from the classic red lined material seen on early « Fallschirmjäger » bandoleers. Both snaps are present, fully functional and maker marked « PRYM 7 ». Rubber filter plug is present and complete. A rare and unique offering even for the most discerning advanced collector. Choice.
Early 6x30 power binoculars leather case, « Busch 1935 »Early 6x30 power binoculars blackened leather case, comes with its original carrying strap, marked with the maker's name, the date « Busch 1935 » and the Waffenamt, excellent condition.
Early aluminum Heer combat belt buckle, « Klein & Quenzer, Idar-Oberstein 1937 »An early Heer aluminum combat belt buckle. The buckle retains some of its factory green finish, maker marked and dated « 37 » on the reverse. Early maker marked and dated « Klein & Quenzer Oberstein 1937 » on the leather tab. Complete and secured stitching still remains in place. A very nice true Heer combat belt buckle.
Early aluminum Heer combat belt buckle, « L.G.&S. / 39 »An early Heer aluminum combat belt buckle. The buckle retains some of its factory green finish. A true combat buckle. Early maker marked and dated « 1939 » on the leather tab. Complete and secured stitching still remains in place. Marked also along the catch area with the maker « L.G.&S. / 39 ». A very nice true Heer combat buckle.
Early Artillery or Flak storage box in mid-war two-tone tan-green camouflage paintAn early small spare parts or ersatzteile box for Artillery or Flak that has been period two-tone spray camouflage in tan and green colors. in untouched condition and still retaining over 95% of its finish. Dated « 1938 ». A very nice and rather unique small item that adds that extra touch to any camouflage display.
Early combat pioneer saw and carry case, « 1940 »A set of early German combat pioneer's saw and carry case. Classic factory produced example in a black leather. Case is complete and nicely stamped along the back with the full maker, year of production « 1940 » and Luftwaffe acception marking « BAL ». Metal saw is in very good condition and retains its complete wooden handle. A harder to find set and perfect to complete a German Combat Pioneer assault troop.
Early combat pioneer short wire cutters and carry pouch, « 1938 »A set of early German combat pioneer's short wire cutters pouch set. Classic factory produced example in black leather. Case is complete and nicely stamped with the maker, year of production « 1938 » and Waffenamt. The set remains untouched and in as-found condition. Wire cutters are complete and show some light field use. A now getting harder to find set that has remained in as-found condition.
Early combat pioneer short wire cutters and carry pouch, « 1941 »A nice set of early German combat pioneer's short wire cutters pouch set. Classic factory produced example in black pressed cardboard « Presstoff ». Case is complete and nicely stamped with the maker, year of production « 1941 » and Waffenamt. The set remains untouched and in as-found condition. Wire cutters are complete and show some light field use, marked with the three letters code « jzb » and the Waffenamt.
Early gasmask canister belt support hook strapEarly gasmask canister belt support hook strap, green painted aluminum hook, in unissued condition.
Early gasmask canister belt support hook strapEarly gasmask canister belt support hook strap, green painted aluminum hook, in unissued condition.
Early German 6x30 power issued field binoculars, dienstglas, « Busch Rathenow »A very nice pair of early German 6x30 power issued field binoculars. Dienstglas military issued set. Maker marked « BUSCH RATHENOW ». Very nice slightly worn condition. Retains both the neck strap and lenses cover in leather, the strap is ink stamped. The optics remain in very good clear condition. A hard to find untouched and excellent set for display with an early campaign combat mannequin.
Early German A-frame bag, « 1939 »An early war A-frame « Sturmgepack » utility bag, maker marked and dated « 1939 ». A harder year of production to find. The closure strap is made from natural brown leather. Two of the strings have been cut and the two web horizontal straps removed. Still a rare early variant.
Early German A-Frame « Sturmgepack », dated 1939This is a very rare early German A-Frame « Sturmgepack », it is in overall very good condition. The natural brown leather parts are all good and still supple, aluminum hooks. The A-frame is nicely ink stamped with the company's name, location and date « 1939 ». Very hard to find an early example.
Early German anti-gas cape pouchA nice and early German rubberized anti-gas cape pouch. Ink stamped along the interior with the maker. A combat used example. Overall in very good serviceable condition.
Early German brown map case, « Panzer unit marked » A beautiful early example of a German military combat map case. Constructed in a pebbled natural brown leather. In mint unissued condition. Interior is maker marked and dated « 1936 ». The map case is nicely unit marked « 1.Pz. Abw.38. ». A choice combat map case.
Early German brown map case, « personalized W.K. »An early German map case. Early war construction in natural brown leather. In excellent condition. It is faintly marked inside with the maker. Also personalized with the former owners initials « W.K. ». Very nice condition, complete and fully functional.
Early German cavalry EM overseas cap, « 1941 »A stunning German Heer Cavalry piped enlisted man's overseas cap. Factory made example from classic feldgrau wool. Correct and period applied hand sewn « BeVo » eagle and cockade present. Yellow soutache is also complete and untouched. Properly machine straight stitch applied. The overseas cap is in excellent condition and shows some light combat wear. Interior is lined in a light grey heavy linen material. Properly marked with all the maker, address, year of production « 1941 » and size « 56 ». An excellent and harder to find example.
Early German combat Y-straps, « undyed / 1940 »A pair of period German manufactured combat issued y-straps. Constructed in the very desirable and seldom ever encountered all natural undyed leather. Classic features present and retaining properly aluminum fittings. Set is maker marked and dated « LOHMANN WERKE A.G. BIELEFELD 1940 ». Numbers stamped and clearly visible for adjustment measurements. In mint unissued condition. Unfortunately the back leather strap was missing when they were found and the collection replaced it with a very good reproduction.
Early German EM overseas cap, « unit marked / 1938 »A choice early war German Heer enlisted mans overseas cap marked to an Artillery unit. Factory made example from a lighter feldgrau wool material. Correct and desirable early light « BeVo » insignia that are factory period hand applied. Overseas cap body is in excellent shape with only the slightest of wear present. The interior is correct with the light grey linen material. Properly maker marked, location and sized « 57 ». Also dated 1938 and unit marked « 2./A.R.40 ». A rare and desirable example in untouched condition.
Early German field lantern chest mounting case, « Einheitslaterne »A rare and desirable early issued field lantern chest carry case. Factory example. Constructed from black leather. Complete with full length neck strap that can be adjusted. It is lined with wool to keep the chest cool when the field lantern is on. No marking visible. A rare and very hard to find piece of field equipment. Choice.
Early German flare gun ammunition pouch, « 1937 »Very nice German flare gun ammunition pouch. Early-war example made from a choice blackened leather. Pouch is nicely maker marked and dated « 1937 ». In overall excellent condition, the interior compartments are present. It comes with its leather carrying strap, marked with Waffenamt. A difficult to find early pouch set.
Early German flare gun ammunition pouch, « 1938 »Very nice German flare gun ammunition pouch. Early-war example made from a choice blackened leather. Pouch is nicely maker marked and dated « 1938 ». In overall excellent condition, the interior compartments are present. It comes with its leather carrying strap, maker marked and dated « 1940 ». A difficult to find early pouch set.
Early German gas mask canister set, « untouched / named »A German gas mask canister set in untouched condition. Time capsule piece that remains untouched, complete and named. Dating from « 1940 » and named along the bottom to a « Sondfr. Dwinger 15 ». In place are the the straps, leather securing flaps and gasmask cape. Matching numbers on the can and gas mask itself. All in excellent condition. A high condition and choice set.
Early German Heer combat / dress buckle set, « left-facing / nickel »A very early German Heer combat / dress belt buckle set. Of the earliest manufactured buckles from a German nickel metal. Excellent detail in the die stamping present with a high relief still present. Left-facing example and only manufactured for an extremely short period of time. Buckle is retained on its period untouched belt set. Made from a complete and stiff black leather. Untouched and slightly dirty but remaining in as found condition. Stitching remains complete and tightly attached. A very rare and desirable belt set that almost never is offered on the public market. Choice.
Early German Heer mountain troop EM's shoulder straps, « Gebirgsjäger »A very nice and rare set of German Heer mountain troop shoulder straps for an enlisted man. The set is in mint unissued condition. Crisp green rayon piping is present. A very nice and attractive set of shoulder straps.
Early German Heer mountain troop NCO's shoulder straps, « Gebirgsjäger »A very nice set of German Heer mountain troop shoulder straps for a « Feldwebel ». The set is in excellent condition. Crisp green rayon piping is present. A very nice and attractive set of shoulder straps.
Early German helmet chinstrapEarly-war German helmet chinstrap, brown leather construction with aluminum buckle, no marking visible. In good worn and supple condition.
Early German helmet chinstrap partShort part of a German helmet chinstrap, early leather construction with aluminum buckle, nice worn condition.
Early German indirect fire calculators, « Deckungswinkelmesser & Winkelprisma »Early German indirect fire calculators set, « Deckungswinkelmesser & Winkelprisma ». The devices help calculate distances and hight differences in terrain. The tools are maker marked « MÖLLER WEDEL ». Harder to find pieces of pocket litter or nice accessories for a map case.
Early German infantry EM overseas cap, « unit marked »An exceptional German Heer Infantry piped enlisted man's overseas cap. Factory made example from a lighter feldgrau wool material. Correct and desirable early light grey « BeVo » insignia that are factory hand applied. White soutache also complete and untouched. Overseas cap body is in excellent shape with only the lightest of wear and the lightest of soiling. Definitely a used and been there example retaining a nice shape that gives this cap a true combat look. Interior is lined in the correct light grey linen material. Maker marked, size and dated « 54 / 1936 ». The cap is also unit marked « 6./A.R.26 ». Choice and rare example.
Early German k98 camouflage ammunition pouch, « unit marked »A very nice early German k98 rifle ammunition pouch in brown camouflage. Early construction from a black pebbled leather. Complete with all straps and stitching in place. Nicely early maker marked and dated « 1937 ». Unit marked twice along the interior. Brown camouflage painted giving this pouch a very nice look. Overall in very nice condition. Choice example and very difficult to find in today's collectors market.
Early German K98 combat bayonet, « 41.cul »Early German K98 combat bayonet, marked and dated « 41.cul / 5398a », with black bakelite grips, in used condition with sharpened blade.
Early German K98 combat bayonet, « E.u.F. Hörster 1938 »Very nice early German K98 combat bayonet, marked and dated « E.u.F. Hörster 1938 / 2503k », with brown bakelite grips, in overall very good condition, hard to find.
Early German K98 combat bayonet, « F. HERDER 1940 »Matching early-war German K98 combat bayonet, maker marked and dated « F. Herder Abr. Sohn 1940 », with black bakelite grips, in overall good condition.
Early German K98 combat bayonet, « S/174 1936 »Early German K98 combat bayonet, marked and dated « S/174 - S/175.K 1936 » with lot number « 970a », with brown bakelite grips, in good condition.
Early German k98 olive green canvas receiver cover, « 1939 »A very nice German k98 receiver cover. Made from an earlier coarse olive green colored material. Cover is complete with all natural brown leather closures and complete with all studs present. Stitching is intact and complete. Interior is also complete with natural felt dust edge. It is marked with the maker, the date « 39 » and the early Waffenamt on the leather. In very nice slightly used condition. This is the first time that we have come across such early manufacturing. A desirable variant missing from most weapons or field equipment collectors.
Early German Kriegsmarine leather combat service beltA very nice German standard issue leather combat belt issued to the Kriegsmarine. Early-war construction in blackened leather with aluminum catch, stitching is complete and tightly secured. Makers marks are present but unreadable. A crisp interior stamp « Eagle » with a swastika is present. A superb service Kriegsmarine belt to complete a set.
Early German lantern camouflage storage case, « Fu51 »Superb early war factory camouflage German field lantern storage transport case. Factory made example for the storage and transport of the field issue lanterns. Camouflage paint is present and rates well over 99%. Interior is void of contents. Factory stamped and dated « 1936 ». In excellent condition. Choice early example.
Early German leather belt in natural brown leather, « 1939 »A nice early German leather belt. Factory produced example in undyed natural brown leather. The belt is marked for size 90cm. It retains its aluminum frosted male buckle catch. Maker marked and dated under the male keeper tab « 1939 ». The belt itself is also marked with « B.A.M. 4.39 ». All stitching remains crisp, intact and complete. A early and very desirable example in nice worn condition.
Early German leather belt in natural brown leather, « 1939 »An early German leather belt. Factory produced example in undyed natural brown leather. The belt is marked for size 90cm. It retains its aluminum frosted male buckle catch. Maker marked and dated under the male keeper tab « 1939 ». The belt itself is also marked with « 6.39 B.A.Fü. ». All stitching remains crisp, intact and complete. A early and very desirable example.
Early German leather belt in natural brown leather, « 1939 »A nice early German leather belt. Factory produced example in undyed natural brown leather. The belt is marked for size 95cm. It retains its aluminum frosted male buckle catch. Maker marked and dated under the male keeper tab « 1939 ». The belt itself is also marked with « 6.39 B.A.Fü ». All stitching remains crisp, intact and complete. A early and very desirable example in nice worn condition.
Early German leather belt, named, « Arbeitsmann Keilhad »»A very nice early German leather belt. Factory produced example in blackened leather. The belt is marked for size 100cm. It retains its aluminum male buckle catch. Maker marked and dated under the male keeper tab « 1938 ». The belt itself is also marked with « B.A.M. 9 38 ». All stitching remains crisp, intact and complete. Name tag present « Arbeitsmann Keilhad ». A early and very desirable example in nice worn condition.
Early German leather leather belt, « 1938 »A nice early German leather belt. Factory produced example in blackened leather. The belt is marked for size 95cm. It retains its aluminum male buckle catch. Maker marked and dated under the male keeper tab « 1938 ». The belt itself is also marked with « B.A.M. 538 ». All stitching remains crisp, intact and complete. A early and very desirable example in nice worn condition.
Early German Luftwaffe bread bagGerman Luftwaffe bread bag, early-war construction in blue canvas material with black leather reinforcements and loops, ink stamped « R.L.M. ». In overall very good condition.
Early German Luftwaffe bread bag, « 1941 »German Luftwaffe bread bag, early-war construction in blue canvas material with black leather reinforcements and loops, maker marked and dated « 1941 ». In overall excellent condition.
Early German Luftwaffe map case, « L.B.A. 39 »An early example of a German military combat map case. Constructed in a pebble chocolate brown leather. In very nice to excellent condition. Only some minor storage wear present if any. Interior is maker marked and dated « 1939 ». Large faintly embossed « L.B.A 39 » over the maker stamp is also present. Brown stitching remains complete and overall an excellent example.
Early German map case, dated 1938Very nice German map case, early-war construction in natural brown leather, in very good condition. It is nicely marked in two places with the company's name, the location and the date « 1938 ». Some glue residue present at the bottom. Very nice example.
Early German map case, « 1938 »Superb German map case, early-war construction in natural brown leather, in excellent condition. It is nicely marked with the company's name, the location and the date « 1938 » on the inner flap.
Early German map case, « 1938 »An early example of a German military combat map case. Constructed in a pebbled natural brown leather. In very nice near mint unissued condition with only some minor storage wear. Interior is maker marked and dated « 1938 ». All stitching and parts complete and overall an excellent example.
Early German map case, « 1939 »An early example of a German military combat map case. Constructed in a pebbled natural brown leather. In very nice near mint unissued condition with only some minor storage wear. Interior is maker marked and dated « THIELE A-G DRESDEN 1939 ». All stitching and parts complete and overall an excellent example.
Early German map case, « unit marked »An early example of a German military combat map case. Constructed in a pebbled natural brown leather. In overall excellent unissued condition with some light storage wear. Interior is faintly maker's marked but also nicely larger stamped with the unit issued stamp. Stitching is complete and overall an excellent example.
Early German march compass carrying strapGerman march compass leather carrying strap, early war construction, in mint unissued and supple condition.
Early German march compass, « BUSCH »Early war German march compass made by the well known company « Busch », it comes with its original carrying pouch made of brown fabric, set in very good and functional condition.
Early German MP38/40 six-cell pouch, « eyp41 »Rare early MP38/40 six-cell pouch in rayon web construction. Featuring early olive green web rayon construction and retaining its original leather closure and retaining straps. Metal studs present and fully functional with no condition issues. All stitching present with the slightest of wear. Of interesting note is the black colored thread used to sew the straps. The back belt loops present, secure, with no issued. Properly and correctly stamped with the maker, year, and Waffenamt « eyp41 ». This type of pouch was used by the armored crew members and also well used by the paratroopers « Fallschirmjäger ». Highly desirable early pouch.
Early German newspaper publication, « illustrierter beobachter »An early period German NSDAP newspaper publication. Published by the NSDAP publishing house of « FRANZ EHER NACHF ». Newspaper is complete and dated on the top center « AUGUST 1941 ». This issue contains some nice period published photos of Waffen-SS troops in camouflage smocks and cover, various advertisements of common daily used products and general propaganda regarding the campaign in the Easter Front. A nice complete newspaper.
Early German P08 pistol holster, « special purpose »An early period German P08 special purpose pistol holster. Early war high quality construction from a desirable dark brown leather. The holster shows honest signs of light use to include scuffs and general service wear. Front strap is present and fully functional. The holster is nicely maker marked, location, waffenamt and date « 1937 ». Of interesting note the period modification of the application of the take-down tool pouch attached to the exterior of the pouch. Also the designation of a period engraved « S. » along the front to signify a special purpose for the holster. A very nice and highly collectible example and first time encountered.
Early German P08 pistol holster, « War Trophy »A very nice German P08 pistol holster captured by a US soldier and wartime personalized. Early-war construction in brown leather. Marked with the maker's name, the year of manufacture « EKSt 1939 » and the Waffenamt. Aluminum army visor cap eagle affixed on the flap. Interior is named to the former solider and includes the US veteran roster number. In overall very nice combat used condition. Nice War Trophy.
Early German pioneer axe carrying case, « 1936 »German pioneer axe carrying case. Early war construction in blackened leather and complete with its belt system attachment hook. All stitching present and in good condition. Nicely marked along the interior flap area with the maker’s name, the location and the date « 1936 ».
Early German pioneer pick-axe carrier, « cxb41 »Very nice pioneer pick-axe carrier, early-war construction in blackened leather, nice worn condition, the leather parts are supple. It is marked with the maker’s code and the date « cxb41 ». This is a hard to find pioneer field gear.
Early German Tropical A-Frame, « 1941 »A very nice early-war German A-frame « Sturmgepack ».Properly marked along the bottom with the maker, location and year of production « 1941 ». It is in excellent condition, great early example.
Early German utility goggle set, « Ce.ro 41 »A choice set of early-war German pair of standard issue utility goggles complete with extra lens pouch and factory storage case. Commonly used by all soldiers on the front to include infantry and motorized troops. The set comes in its anodized storage tine. The goggles are in unissued mint condition and retain over 97% of their factory finish. The are maker marked and dated « Ce.ro 41 ». The lenses are clear and the elastic band is in choice condition and functional.
Early German utility goggle set, « M.W. 41 »A very nice set of early-war German pair of standard issue utility goggles complete with extra lens pouch and factory storage case. Commonly used by all soldiers on the front to include infantry and motorized troops. The set comes in its anodized storage tine. The goggles are in excellent condition and retain over 94% of their factory finish. The are maker marked and dated « M.W.41 ». The lenses are clear and the elastic band is in good condition and functional.
Early German yearly calendar, « Deutscher Alpen-Kalender 1939 »A period printed and mounted German Alpen calendar for « 1939 ». Complete and all intact. One of the harder to find examples.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckleEarly aluminum Heer belt buckle, it still retains over 60% of its original green factory paint, marked on the reverse with the maker's initials, it comes with its original leather tab. Nice worn and uncleaned example.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, dated 1939Very nice early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains more than 97% of its original green factory paint, marked on the reverse with the company's initials and the date « L.G.&S 39 », it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « L. GOTTLEIB & SOHNE OBERSTEIN 1939 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « BERG & NOLTE A-G 1937 »Very nice early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains well over 85% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « BERG & NOLTE A-G LÜDENSCHEID 1937 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « LEHMANN & WUNDENBERG 1939 »Very nice early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains well over 85% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « LEHMANN & WUNDENBERG HANNOVER 1939 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « NOWA 1936 »Beautiful early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains well over 90% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « NOWA HAMBURG 39 - 1936 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « PAULMANN & CRONE 1937 »Beautiful early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains well over 90% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « PAULMANN & CRONE LÜDENSCHEID 1937 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « 1939 »Early aluminum Heer belt buckle, it still retains over 70% of its original green factory paint, marked on the reverse with the maker's initials, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « R. SIEPER & SOHNE LUDENSCHEID 1939 ». Nice worn example.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « 1940 »Superb early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains 95% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « 1940 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « E. SCHNEIDER 1938 »Very nice early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains over 90% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « E. SCNEIDER LUDENSCHEID 1938 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « GUSTAV BREHMER 1938 »Superb early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains over 90% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « GUSTAV BREHMER 1938 ». Very difficult to find in this condition.
Early green painted aluminium Heer belt buckle, « Werner Linker 1939 »Nice early aluminium Heer belt buckle, it still retains over 70% of its original green factory paint, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « Werner Linker Duisburg 1939 ». In very nice worn condition.
Early Heer Artillery Feldwebel M35 greatcoatA superb period early German Heer M35 greatcoat, it is made from a finer feldgrau wool material with a dark green cloth lay down collar. Factory French cuffs present and nice slanted hand pockets. Factory applied early grey pebbled metal dish buttons present and natural horn buttons along the interior. Interior is lined in the grey rayon material and featuring leather back reinforcements. Nicely white ink stamped with the maker’s details and the size. It comes with a very nice pair of Artillery Feldwebel’s shoulder straps. Sized in a modern day large and would fit over a complete mannequin. In excellent condition. These are very difficult to find let alone in this choice condition!
Early Heer belt buckle setVery nice early Heer belt and buckle set, the aluminium Heer belt buckle still retains over 98% of its original green factory paint, marked on the reverse with the maker's initials « R.S.&S. », it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, marked with the maker's name, the location and the date « R. SIEPER & SÖHNE 1938 ». Very difficult to find in this condition. The belt comes with its original blackened leather belt, it has a green painted aluminum hook, nicely maker marked and dated « 1939 ». It is really a very nice early set in great condition.
Early Heer bread bag carrying strap, « 1940 »Early Heer bread bag carrying strap, maker marked and dated « 1940 », aluminum hooks and buckle, in excellent condition.
Early Heer Infantry NCO’s M36 field blouse, « Grossdeutschland »A beautiful early M1936 German Heer « Grossdeutschland » infantry NCO’s combat tunic. Tunic is a true factory early M36 made example. Very good quality wool and complete with early maker marked interior featuring the name « Herbert Hoff Saarbrücken ». Breast eagle from « BeVo » is factory hand applied and the infantry colored collar tabs along with the « NCO » tress is machine straight stitched. Interior is dated « M38 » with the size markings clearly readable, an excellent mannequin size. The tunic is complete with « GD » infantry pipped NCO « Unteroffizier » matching shoulder straps. All buttons are present and some award loops are also present. Light and gentle wear is present. This is a beautiful and desirable early combat tunic.
Early Heer signals trade specification patchAn early Heer signals or communications speciality trade patch. Constructed from an earlier larked green feldgrau wool. The red color thickly embroidered blitz for Artillery troops is fully intact with no fraying. The reverse shows the makers trademark logo nicely ink stamped.
Early Kriegsmarine belt buckle, « R.S.&S. 1938 »A very nice nice early-war Kriegsmarine enlisted mans belt buckle. It retains 80% of its original factory gold wash finish. The buckle is marked on the reverse with the makers initials « R.S.&S. ». Buckle still retains its original natural brown leather tab, nicely marked and dated « R. SIEPER & SOHNE 1938 ». Stitching is present and almost complete with missing threads along the one side. The « KM » eagle is nicely stamped on the tab. A scarce and desirable buckle.
Early Kriegsmarine EM/NCO overseas service cap, « 1940 »A super German Kriegsmarine EM/NCO service cap. Textbook factory produced example from a dark navy blue wool. Retains choice hand and machine applied « BeVo » eagle and cockade still attached. Interior is nicely lined in a classic rich black linen material. Ink stamped with the size « 60 », the maker’s details « Opolta & Müller Hamburg » and the date « 1940 ». A really nice early example.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle pull tab, « 1937 / L.B.A.(S.) / unit » A period early brown leather Luftwaffe belt buckle pull tab. Early example from brown leather. Maker marked and dated « 1937 ». Luftwaffe acceptance stamp marked « L.B.A.(S.) » and ink stamped with the unit on the reverse. A very nice and harder to find example.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, unit marked, « 1938 »A very nice early Luftwaffe unit marked EM/NCO combat belt buckle. Aluminum factory construction. Tab made from natural brown leather, dated « 1938 » and maker marked. Interestingly ink stamped in a large font « 392 » between the leather tab. Reverse is marked with the unit « 4. Fl.H.Kultur… ». Harder to find and desirable unit marked belt buckle.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, unit marked, « 1938 »A nice early Luftwaffe unit marked EM/NCO combat belt buckle. Aluminum factory construction. Tab made from brown leather and stitching remaining complete. Dated « 1938 » and maker marked. Reverse is marked with the unit « II. / Boelcke 38 ». Desirable unit marked belt buckle.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, unit marked, « L.B.A. 1938 »Nice early aluminium Luftwaffe belt buckle, maker marked on the reverse, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, nicely marked with the company's name, the location, the date « R.SIEPER & SOHN LÜDENSCHEID 1938 », Luftwaffe acceptance marking « L.B.A. » and unit marking also present. In good worn condition.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, unit marked, « L.B.A. 1938 »Nice early aluminium Luftwaffe belt buckle, maker marked on the reverse, it comes with its original natural brown leather tab, nicely marked with the company's name, the location, the date « 1937 », Luftwaffe acceptance marking « L.B.A. » and unit marking also present. In good worn condition.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, unit marked, « L.B.A.(S) »Superb early aluminium Luftwaffe belt buckle, comes with its original natural brown leather tab, nicely marked with the company's name and the location « WERNER LINKE DUISBURG ». Also nicely unit marked and Luftwaffe acceptance marking also present « L.B.A.(S)». In excellent condition.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, « 1939 »A nice early Luftwaffe EM/NCO combat belt buckle. Aluminum factory construction. Tab made from natural brown leather, maker marked and dated « Brüder Schneider 1939 », in nice worn condition.
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, « F.R. 1939 »
Early Luftwaffe belt buckle, « L.B.A. 1938 »