Original Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a standard issue brown leather hardshell P-08 holster, which was used by Imperial German forces during WW1. In 1916 an order came for holsters to be changed to black, but this holster was made before the order was implemented, and escaped being dyed or painted after manufacture.
The holster is marked on the top front edge beneath the flap:
C. Weiss
Braunschweig
1916
C. Weiss was a retailer in Braunschweig during the early part of the 20th century. They sold a variety of items, and specifically catered to the Officer’s in the German army during the Great War Period.
The overall condition of the holster is very good, with supple brown dyed leather and intact heavy stitching, original loops, and pistol ejection strap (top pull knot is gone). The original flap securing strap and buckle are present and in functional condition.Both belt loops are intact and complete.
A really nice holster that will complete any WWI Era P08 Luger pistol. Ready to display or use!