Original German WWII M38 Gas Mask in Size 3 with Filter, Canister, & Accessories - dated 1940 ZB 26-ZB 30 Shortly after 1315 hours on

Shortly after 1315 hours on the afternoon of 17 September 1944

Soldiers would swap uniform items with other soldiers

The reservoir is capped with two Tunic Royal Flying Corps or Royal Air Force buttons

not necessarily this in the basket but the ground crews to best avoid fouling with the tethered balloon lines

The helmet's heat lot code is not visible but the shell appears to be manufactured by Ingersoll Rand Products

Original German WWII M38 Gas Mask in Size 3 with Filter, Canister, & Accessories - dated 1940 ZB 26-ZB 30 Shortly after 1315 hours onOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition model M38 G Maske or Gasschutzmaske (Gas protection mask), complete with an original Filter and Carrying can, all with WWII Dates and markings. The model M38 was first issued to troops in 1938, replacing the earlier M30, made of rubberized canvas and rubber. The 38 body is made completely of rubber, ensuring a great seal, and less issues with degradation in service. The spring loaded