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WH Afrikakorps Tropical Belt by E. Schneider
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€ 649,00
Rare Combat-Worn Wehrmacht Afrikakorps Tropical Belt by E. Schneider — War-Time ShortenedAn exceptionally characterful and highly sought-after World War II German Army (Wehrmacht Heer) tropical webbing belt (Tropen Koppel), showcasing prominent signs of genuine combat use. This extremely scarce variant was manufactured by the prestigious firm of E. Schneider from Lüdenscheid, instantly recognizable by its signature dual-row arrangement of original metal grommets embedded into a robust, protective leather-reinforced tongue. Interestingly, while the original interior webbing tab still retains its crisp '110' factory size-stamping, the belt itself measures 90 cm in length. This discrepancy provides definitive and fascinating proof of an authentic war-time field alteration, where the belt was shortened by a front-line tailor to accommodate a soldier who had lost weight during theater operations. The belt displays a magnificent, heavy combat-worn theater patina with honest wear and staining to the canvas web, yet it remains fully stable and structurally sound. Offering incredible historical display value as a true, untouched veteran souvenir that actually saw the field, this rare Schneider variant represents a premium centerpiece for any advanced DAK, Afrikakorps, or combat gear collection.