Original German WWII Lightweight (Mounted) Leather Combat Suspender Y Straps by M. Thielemann - dated 1942 Vintage Signs -KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED-MARCH 29

-KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED-MARCH 29

The original olive green cloth covering is intact showing some light staining in areas

From looking at this it suggests it was intended for more than just tobacco

equipment (such as a compass)

shot the unit's commanding officer with his

Original German WWII Lightweight (Mounted) Leather Combat Suspender Y Straps by M. Thielemann - dated 1942 Vintage Signs -KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED-MARCH 29Original Item: Only On Available. This is a very nice set of German WWII Lightweight (Mounted) Leather Combat Suspenders, usually referred to as "Y Straps" due to the shape. This version is more lightweight than the standard issue, using thinner leather without the additional straps, D Rings, and padding around the central join, and is intended only for support of the combat belt and associated ammo pouches holsters. These were used by cavalry,