WWII German K98 Ammunition Pouch – RBNr. Numbered, Black Leather (Late War)

Original 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.