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GERMAN FIELD GEAR
#PD1 Waffen-SS Zeltbahn in Oak Leaf
Original Second World War German Waffen-SS Zeltbahn. Constructed from water resistant cotton duck material in reversible Oak Leaf camouflage pattern. All the buttons are present and original sewn but one grommet has been torn out during service use, and there is a period done repair along one edge. This is a “been there” field used example and it is presented as found, without any cleaning or tampering with. Included is a tropical equipment strap the consignor reports has always been with the Zeltbahn. This is a nice Zeltbahn to complete a W-SS mannequin or field gear display. $1425
#CA6 Kriegsmarine ditty box
Original Second World War German Kriegsmarine small wooden ditty box. The plate on the front of the box is stamped “M.A.K.2. LANGE 456/10”. The plate is secure but missing one small screw. The box is in good solid condition, the lid is fully functioning, there is no signs of cleaning or tampering, and no signs of rot or insect / rodent damage. Background: A ditty box was issued to every sailor in the Kriegsmarine serving on a ship, it would be used to secure and organize personal belongings, hygiene items, and sewing supplies. Because space on ships is highly restricted, it acts as a private locker for mementos, letters, and everyday items. This is a great example. $425
#CA21 Service used Feldgendarmerie gorget
Original Second World War German Feldgendarmerie gorget. Silver painted steel plate with field grey wool backing, silver painted steel chain, with lettering, eagle and pebbled buttons having luminous paint. Service used condition, never cleaned or messed with in any way, with a heavy patina in areas. The clip on the reverse was period removed, likely to prevent snagging on the uniform and simplify wear. This is a great “been there” example. $1285
#MI138 Late war bread bag with shoulder strap
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue bread bag with shoulder strap. Late war construction features, likely taken from the factory. The bread bag has an interesting detail, there is the remnants of a period safety pin with thread, perhaps from the assembly line. This pin is where there would normally be a button, that was never installed, although the leather strap is present. The bread bag was discovered in Germany and sold to us at the Show of Shows by a young collector who brought it over to sell. It is in overall excellent condition, there is light rust on the metal fixtures and a couple rust holes hidden at the bottom (See photo) and we have left the bread bag completely undisturbed and as found. Very unique and interesting late war example, this could be used on a mannequin or as part of a bread bag and field gear collection. $200
#SA28 German equipment box, gas detectors
Original Second World War German equipment box. Wooden construction, measuring 41 x 37 x 15 cm. Finished in dark green paint with white stencils and maker mark. The front has a large stencil dictating what was in the box, which in this case translates to "Supplies and accessories for gas detector". Gas detectors were common equipment at the front as well air raid shelters and other sites where there was a risk of chemical attack. The side of the box features a white paint makers mark "bwz" (Auer-Gesellschaft AG, Werk Oranienburg). They made gas detectors as well as gas masks, canisters, and other parts. Below the maker mark is a faint but readable WaA stamp. Both the latches, hinges and carry strap function perfectly. Most internal dividers are missing, but two panels remain loose inside. This crate will fill in any equipment display nicely. $165
#SA24 K98k rifle ammunition pouch
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue K98k rifle ammunition pouch used by all branches including the Heer and Waffen-SS. This is an excellent condition pouch with all internal dividers still intact. There is an RBNr embossed into the leather on the reverse. Excellent, top condition pouch with nicely contrasting brown leather belt loops. $90 *On Hold*
#SA23 G/K43 ammunition pouch, ros1944
Original Second World War German G/K43 ammunition pouch manufactured by ros 1944 in mint / unissued condition. These were worn with a single K98k rifle ammunition pouch. Background; These pouches were found in long-term storage in the salt mines of Ukraine dating back to when the country was part of the Soviet Union. It is believed these were captured from the Germans at wars end in the factories, and then put into Soviet war stock / storage for use with captured rifles in case of an emergency mobilization. This example was luckily spared the black paint typically found applied to the metal parts of these pouches. The discovery was made in the years leading up the Russian invasion of the Donbas regions, and during this time the pouches were relatively easy to get, but that is no longer possible and it’s now much harder to find good examples. Here is your chance to get a nice pouch from the famous hoard find. $100 *On Hold*
#MI76 Tropical 1L water bottle, ESB 42
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue tropical 1L water bottle. This larger than standard 1L capacity water bottles were often issued to medics, mountain troops, soldiers serving in tropical regions or anyone else requiring a larger water capacity including at times standard infantry. This example has tropical straps and was manufactured by ESB in 1942. This example was discovered in Canada and the previous owner reports it was from a Canadian veterans estate. The water bottle is in excellent lightly used condition with all components. $200 *On Hold*
#G2768 Mid-war RG34 small arms cleaning kit
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue RG34 cleaning kit. Mid-war tin factory painted “schwarzgrau” (Black Grey or Dark Grey) and coded “cnx” produced by the firm G. Appel. Correct take down tool and brushes, the oiler and chain were most likely swapped during group weapons cleaning. The tin still contains period grease in the cleaning supplies compartment. The set was purchased in Montreal several years ago from a dealer who told us it was directly acquired from a Canadian veteran. Nice example. $100
#PA52 DRK / Medic surgical tool roll
Original Second World War DRK / Medic surgical tool kit in canvas roll out sleeve. Maker marked and dated 1942. The set appears complete in good condition given the age. $150
#PA51 Medical pouch with dressing
Original Second World War German black leather medical pouch with DRK dressing. Excellent set in lightly used condition. The leather pouch is nicely marked with maker code jln 1942. $150 *On Hold*
#PA47 MP38 u. MP40 Magazine Pouches
Original Second World War MP38 u. MP40 magazine pouches. There is an ink stamp on the reverse of the pouch with loader tool compartment. While the pouches are not a perfect match in terms of construction, they were likely issued and used together based on the matching wear. We sold these pouches several years ago after they were first discovered together in Canada. They are in field service used condition, but complete and in good working order. This is a nice genuine untouched set. $2500
#MP5 MP38/40 Loading Tool
Original Second World War German MP38/40 magazin loading tool. This what would go in the small pouch on MP38/40 magazine pouches. Marked "MP38u40" with maker code "bte" dated 1941 with waffenamt. Excellent original working condition with original bluing. $325
#G2468 Luftwaffe Kadlec AK39 Wrist Compass
Original Second World War German Luftwaffe Kadlec AK 39 wrist compass. Black bakelite body and adjustable black leather wrist strap with buckle. Excellent lightly used condition, still points North without issue. $250
#RG220 Small Bakelite Water Bottle Cup
Original Second World War German wehrmacht issue black bakelite water bottle cup. Can be displayed on its own or used to complete a water bottle missing the cup. Nice condition, a few surface hairline cracks which is pretty typical, holds water fine. $100
#RG26 G/K43 Ammunition Pouch ros 1944
Original Second World War German G/K43 ammunition pouch manufactured by ros 1944 in mint / unissued condition. These were worn with a single K98k ammunition pouch. Background; These pouches were found in long-term storage in the salt mines of Ukraine dating back to when the country was part of the Soviet Union. It is believed these were captured from the Germans at wars end in the factories, and then put into Soviet war stock / storage for use with captured rifles in case of an emergency mobilization. Collectors believe the black paint on the metal components was applied by the Soviets to prevent rust prior to going into storage (Some collectors have removed it by simply rubbing it off). The discovery was made in the years leading up the Russian invasion of the Donbas regions, and during this time the pouches were relatively easy to get, but that is no longer possible and it’s now much harder to find good examples. $140
#RG215 Black Bakelite Butter / Fat Dish
Original Second World War German wehrmacht issue black bakelite butter / fat dish, typically stored in the breadbag of a German soldiers personal equipment. Lightly used, nice condition. $100
#RG216 "Esbit" Field Stove / Cooker
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht standard issue "Esbit" field stove / cooker. Field used condition, this one has definitely contained some small fires for cooking, no contents. $60
#EC56 Gas Hood Spare Lens Container
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht field-gray metal alloy container with friction lid for 10 gas hood lenses. Measures approx. 18 x 13 cm. Interior lens retaining spring is still present. Rear of container has ink stamped waffenamt. Excellent condition. $100
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MP40 magazine pouches, matching pair
Original Second World War Wehrmacht issue matching pair of MP40 magazine pouches. Constructed of oatmeal coloured fabric with steel fittings and black and brown leather, well marked with stampings to the black leather belt loops clg 43 with Waffenamt and MP 38u.40. Lightly used and undamaged but with some fine cracking to the black leather straps. *Sold*
MP44 Magazine Pouch
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht MP44 triple magazine pouch used by all branches including the Waffen-SS. This is the most widely recognized variant, characterized by tan fabric with woven red lines. 1944-1945 production with many different ersatz materials and grey web closures and uncut straps. Complete and completely untouched since the war, with a rare ersatz spare parts bag still in the spare parts pouch that has been there forever. Excellent example that is a real time capsule that was never cleaned or messed with in any way. A unique opportunity that is rarely offered on the open market. *Sold*
German Medics Bag
Original Second World War German complete and untouched combat worn German medics bag. This souvenir was brought home by an American medic at the end of WWII. An amazing piece of history complete with all contents undisturbed exactly how it was worn in combat by the German medic. Some of the medicine has been removed by customs but the original boxes remain. Approximately 80 badges, tourniquettes, WIA and KIA tags, rags, medicine boxes (empty) and much more. A very special item. *Sold*
Waffen-SS Zeltbahn in Pattern Number 2 Overprint
Original Second World War German Waffen-SS zeltbahn in rare pattern number 2 overprint camouflage. Overall excellent condition with vivid colours and most buttons in tact, just some minor snags and stains from field service. Maker marked in two locations along the edge. A real “been there” zeltbahn used by a Waffen-SS soldier in combat in a hard to find pattern. Scarce. *Sold*
Complete Fallschirmjäger Parachute with Carrying Bag
Original Second World War German Fallschirmjäger parachute with carrying bag. We haven’t opened or unpacked it, but from everything we can see this parachute is exactly as it was last packed, complete with with canopy, shroud lines, straps, buckles, labels, and even the little packing booklet with matching serial number. The parachute is in all around lightly used excellent condition. If you opened it up, it’s likely it would never re-pack as nicely as it is now, having likely been last packed during the war. The set is complete with the carrying bag made of a jute-like material, which is more fragile with a rip in the rear corner seem, it still carries the parachute by the handles without any problems. *Sold*
Waffen-SS Zeltbahn in Reversible Oak Leaf
Original Second World War German Waffen-SS zeltbahn in reversible oak leaf camouflage. This zeltbahn is in good field used condition, with just a few snags and most of its original buttons. Overall, this is an excellent uncleaned field used example with good colours. Still retains a few period applied ropes for tying down. *Sold*
K98k Rifle Rear Sight Protector
Original Second World War German K98k rifle rear sight protector made of leather with steel fittings. Maker marked "jmb" "1942" embossed into the leather with additional factory "Mod.98" ink stamp. Top example, unissued or very lightly used. Look closely at the period photo, you will see this sight protector in use. *Sold*
Wehrmacht Issue Field Blanket
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue field blanket. Used by all branches, this is what German soldiers slept under. These were attached to the A frame and tornister packs and often covered with a zeltbahn to keep them dry. This is an excellent condition example, these were used by civilians after the war and finding a great example like this with the original tag is extremely difficult. Essential piece of German kit. *Sold*
Combat Used MP40 Pouch
Original Second World War German combat used MP40 pouch. Constructed of olive coloured canvas with leather belt loops and steel D ring. All components are intact without repairs or damage in good working condition. The leather belt loops on the reverse of the pouch are marked "hcy" (maker) "42" (1942 year of production) and there is a waffenamt. Very appealing genuine combat used pouch. *Sold*
Entrenching Tool with Tan Carrier
Original Second World War German entrenching tool set with tan carrier. Mid war quality set with carrier manufactured from tan Presstoff imitation leather. The tan carrier is maker marked "JWa" "43" embossed on the interior presstoff material. The e-tool itself is also maker marked and faintly dated 1943. This set came together and is in matching field used condition and likely together since the war with shovel fitting perfectly into the carrier. No damage or repairs. *Sold*
K98k Action Cover
Original Second World War German K98k rifle action cover. Constructed of heavy duty canvas and leather with horse hair pad and aluminum closure studs with leather rings. Maker marked "hck" "41" embossed into the leather with waffenamt below. Green version intended for the Heer and SS, significantly rarer then the blue Luftwaffe version. Top example, unissued or very lightly used. Scarce. *Sold*
Pre-War Wehrmacht Bread Bag
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue bread bag use by the Heer. Pre-war quality with aluminum fittings and leather reinforced belt loops, maker marked on the rear of the middle support hook strap and dated 1938. Excellent lightly used condition. *Sold*
Late war water bottle, L&SL44
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue water bottle. Late war production with red painted steel body, marked and dated “L&SL44”, black leather straps, and black bakelite cup. This example was discovered in Canada and the previous owner reports it was from a Canadian veterans estate. The water bottle is in excellent unused condition. *Sold*
Late War Assault Pack A-Frame
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue assault pack A-Frame set made of late war materials. Used by the Heer, Waffen-SS, and other ground forces. Late war mixed material example with grey and tan straps, and "LUX" strap tips and roller buckles. Excellent condition, likely unissued. *Sold*
M39 Pack Frame (Trägbeutel M39)
Original Second World War M39 Pack Frame (Trägbeutel M39) with all the straps for carrying heavy equipment such as MG ammo boxes. Rare 1945 production example and stamped accordingly. Untouched condition, this came from a French Canadian soldiers estate several years ago. It has never been cleaned and barely handled, even the straps have been left exactly as discovered. Excellent example. *Sold*
#G2729 Early war gas mask and canister
Original Second World War Wehrmacht issue gas mask and canister. Early war production, with components dated 1940-1941. Excellent unissued condition, exactly as discovered, likely taken from a supply depot. All components are present, including the spare lens packets and the often missing spring and cleaning cloth at the bottom of the can that is completely undisturbed. The gas filter is still capped and ready to screw onto the mask. From our personal collection, this would be nearly impossible to upgrade. *Sold*
Matching Maker K98k Rifle Ammunition Pouches
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue K98k rifle ammunition pouches used by all branches including the Waffen-SS. Excellent lightly used matching maker pair with internal dividers still intact. The matching maker marks and RBNr are embossed into the leather on the reverse. Excellent set, it's increasingly hard to find good pairs. *Sold*
Combat Y-Straps
Original Second World War German Wehrmacht issue Y-straps used by all combat branches including the Waffen-SS. Early 1941 production with hidden stitching for the auxiliary straps. Complete without any damage or repairs in used condition. *Sold*
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