Germany, Wehrmacht. An MG 42 Barrel Carrier Hold stamped "9" and "GLEN" on

stamped "9" and "GLEN" on the obverse

measuring 157 mm (w) x 237 mm (h)

A Luftwaffe Civilian Technician’s insignia

and bearing two silver aluminum wire gulls above oak leaf wreaths of identical construction

a fascinating primary account of prewar and wartime Kriegsmarine service in overall extremely fine condition

Germany, Wehrmacht. An MG 42 Barrel Carrier Hold stamped "9" and "GLEN" on(Laufschtzer 42). A rare Maschinengewehr 42 (MG 42) barrel carrier, constructed of a two piece magnetic metal shell with a three tone camouflage paint scheme throughout the exterior, opening with a functional hinge to reveal a hollow interior, in turn fastening closed with a retractable clip, each end retaining a magnetic metal loop for the accommodation of an olive drab canvas carrying strap, one end bearing a white highlighted inscription of LAUF