Item Description:
Type: MG34/MG42 50-round belt drum ammo pouch (double set)
Era: This design is based on WWII German equipment, though your example looks like a modern reproduction (likely post-war made for reenactment or display).
Detailed Features:
Material: Heavy-duty green canvas with black leather straps and reinforced stitching.
Compartments: Each pouch typically holds 3 belts of 50-round linked 7.92mm ammunition (total 150 rounds per pouch).
Leather Tabs: Black leather with white stitching (a giveaway of post-war or reproduction items—originals often had tan or natural leather early in the war).
Metal Stud Closures: Used to secure each flap over the compartments.
Side Pocket: One side has an additional pouch, likely for a loading tool or oiler.
Usage Context:
These were worn on the belt by MG assistants (MG-Schütze 2) and designed for quick access to belts of ammunition for MG34/MG42 machine guns.
Authenticity Checkpoints:
Stitching: Bright white synthetic thread = modern.
Leather: Smooth, black-dyed leather = typical for post-war.
Markings: Originals would have maker codes and Waffenamt (eagle/swastika) stamps. These are often missing in reproductions.
Estimated Price (for reproduction):