Original Item: Only One Available. Map cases were issued on a limited basis to specifically designated personnel such as unit commanders, pilots, and observers. The M35 map/dispatch case was based on the Weimar era, Reichsheer pattern map/dispatch case with minor variations. The M35 map/dispatch case underwent a front closure modification in mid-1936, and an additional small front pocket was added in 1938, although the early pattern cases continued to be manufactured through-out the war.

Made of a light brown leather, this early pattern M35 map case is in good service-used condition! It features a fold-over top flap with a vertical closure strap, as well as various pockets for a ruler, pencils, and various other map accessories. The hardware is all aluminum, correct for early production, and this also prevented any interference with using a compass. The rear has two vertical belt loop straps and buckles. The interior has two compartments with a central leather separators. There is no insert. The leather however is still in very good shape. Overall the case measures 10 \”H x 7 \”W x 2\”.

The underside of the flap retains a makers cartouche reading:

A. Waldhaussen
VI 1936

And under this is the American soldiers inscription:

R.J. MULLIN
32806575

We havent identified the soldier, but with the information provided, this shouldnt prove very difficult.

A very nice piece of genuine German WWII field gear, ready to research and display!