Original Item: Only One Available. Map cases were issued on a limited basis to specifically designated personnel such as unit commanders, pilots, 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 continued to be manufactured through-out the war.
Made of a light brown, pebbled leather, this early pattern M35 map case is in good service used condition! It features a fold-over top flap with a vertical closure strap, as well as various pockets for a ruler, pencils, and various other map accessories. The hardware is all aluminum, correct for early production, and this also prevented any interference with using a compass. The rear has two vertical belt loop straps and buckles. Interior has two compartments with a central leather separators, where maps and plastic map holders would be kept. The leather is still in very good shape, and overall the case measures 10 ½”H x 7 ½”W x 2″.
We checked all over map case, and were not able to find any maker markings, which is not uncommon as they were often ink stamped, which could wear away. We did however find a Luftwaffe L.B.A. (S) marking stamped on the inner side of the main flap, right where the closure strap is stitched on. This indicates it was inspected at the Luftwaffebekleidungsamt (Air Force Clothing Office) in Sonneberg, Germany. This marking is only seen on pre and early war Luftwaffe items.
Condition overall is good, especially considering the age. The leather is still mostly supple, though a bit dusty in areas, and there is some surface cracking on the belt straps in the back. We inspected the stitching, and as far as we can tell it is fully intact, without the rotting out that we can see at times.
A very nice piece of genuine German WWII field gear, ready to research and display!
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