Description: For Sale is a Vintage Original GERMAN World War I MODEL 17 SHEEPSKIN GAS MASK w/CAN AND FILTER. The paper on the bottom of the can identifies the Rank as Gruppenführer (Team Leader) in an abbreviated form. The canister filter is appropriately stamped on the top with identification numbers and date. There are additional eyepieces in the can. Outside of the name, the rest is unclear to me. From the Australian War Memorial Website: German 'Lederschutzmaske' (Leather protection mask) gas mask. The mask is made from a single piece of chrome-tanned sheepskin dipped in an oil sealant solution. The single seam running under the chin and the folded edge of the mask are coated with a black sealant lacquer partially made from rubber. The circular eyepieces are made of two layers of yellowed celluloid, set in painted circular steel frames with leather gaskets where they are let into the mask. Internally, the eyepieces have removable metal 'spiders' enabling the inner layer (which was coated with gelatin to absorb moisture) to be replaced. Khaki cotton head straps are connected to coiled springs inside cotton sleeves to keep mask in place. A long khaki cotton webbing strap attached near the chin enables the mask to be suspended around the neck. Will be sent Insured and require a signature on delivery. Please examine the photos for the best visual description of condition and ask questions if something is not clear and I'll do my best to answer.
Price: 654 USD
Location: Edison, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-12-01T16:35:44.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
Theme: Militaria
Original/Reproduction: Original
Region of Origin: Germany
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
