Original German WWII Melde Kartentasche M35 Map/Dispatch Leather Case With Original Contents German Afrikakorp bearing replica period markings

bearing replica period markings

over a 44 date

this really shows its age and a lot of use

most likely the result of an arsenal reblue when the rear sight was replaced

the M-1867 Albini-Braendlin Carbine

Original German WWII Melde Kartentasche M35 Map/Dispatch Leather Case With Original Contents German Afrikakorp bearing replica period markingsOriginal Item: Only One Available. Map dispatch cases were issued on a limited basis to specifically designated personnel such as unit commanders, messengers, and observers. The M35 map dispatch case was based on the Weimar era, Reichsheer pattern map dispatch case with minor variations. The M35 map dispatch case underwent a front closure modification in mid 1936, and an additional small front pocket was added in 1938, although the early pattern cases