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WWII German K98 Ammunition Pouch – RBNr. Numbered, Black Leather (Late War)
€75,00Original WWII German K98 ammunition pouch (Patronentasche), constructed in black pebbled leather and clearly stamped with an RBNr. (Reichsbetriebsnummer) indicating late-war production.
The pouch is (in my opinion, what I can make out!) marked:
RBNr. 0/0570/0033
This code corresponds to:
- Manufacturer: Karl Kühne
- Location: Lüdenscheid, Westfalen
- Industry: Military leather equipment production, including ammunition pouches, straps, and field gear
The RBNr. system was introduced during the war to conceal manufacturer identities, replacing earlier visible maker/date markings. Identified examples like this are especially desirable as they can be traced back to specific firms.
This example features:
- Three-cell K98 configuration (holds 60 rounds total)
- Blackened leather typical of mid-to-late war production
- Original stitching and hardware throughout
- Clear and legible RBNr. stamp
Condition:
Good, honest field-used condition. The leather remains structurally sound with expected wear, light scuffing, and age-related patina. Hardware intact and functional. A well-preserved example of a late-war issued pouch.