M38 Gas Mask in Auer Canister

A complete M38 gas mask in an Auer Luftschutz air defence issue canister. The mask, with all straps, has a Villeroy und Bosch maker's stamp, with 1936 dated lenses. The extensively marked filter is waffen stamped, with a 1939 manufacture date and a 1940 acceptance stamp The canister is maker-marked Auer with a 1938 date, with a serial number and painted user's initials. The large capacity filter is a tight fit in the canister, but fits snugly when unscrewed from the mask.

Code: 14831