German WWII Luftwaffe Issue M30/38 Gasmask & Cannister, Named
This item is listed for historical interest only. It was listed on our site previously but has been sold and is no longer available for purchase.
Sold for: $250.00

Original era manufacture. Standard pattern canisterwith a lighter shade of field applied, ordnance green over the factory finish. Inside the lid are handpainted details in white, giving the individuals name and most importantly, his feldpost number, L-53022. This number was assigned for 6 months in 1943 to Luftwaffe, Flak-Searchlight Battalion 708.Canvas face mask which is size marked 2, complete with all straps, and also has a handwritten tag with the same information as seen on the canister. Down in the bottom of the canister is its original white cleaning cloth and retention spring.No external straps are present, normal age and wear otherwise.