They play the same role than the corps francs but they are specialized in mountain warfare and winter conditions
There were approximately 7000 of this model made
What does seem clear is that the Pattern 1903 equipment wasn't very good
though they can only be seen when the stock is removed
starting in 1777 ( it is however possible that this improvement was used on private contract arms at an earlier date )
Original German WWII P08 Luger Holster Dated 1942 by Gebr. Klinge, Lederwarenfabrik, Dresden - Loebtau Replica Non-Firing Guns They play the same roleOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a really nice example of a dyed black leather P08 Luger pisol holster, which was still standard issue for many officers. This supple leather holster is maker marked gxy and dated 1942, over a Waffenamt marking and WaA918. Research reveals that three letter code "gxy" stands for Gebr. Klinge, Lederwarenfabrik, Dresden Loebtau, Anton Weck Strasse 2 6. The overall condition of the holster is very good, with