Original Item: Only One Available. This is a nice condition model M30 G-Maske or Gasschutzmaske (Gas protection mask), complete with an original Filter and Carrying can.

The model M30 was first issued to troops in 1930, and the mask was produced from rubberized canvas with a soft suede leather frame which fitted around the wearer's face. The elasticized straps fit over the head and were tightened by means of sliding the web straps through metal buckles until the mask was as tight as the user could stand it - ensuring a good air tight seal. Another strap would be placed around the user's neck and if the mask was not in use it would rest on the chest should they need it in a hurry.

Markings on these gas masks were usually stamped under the suede frame, which makes them somewhat hard to see. This example unfortunately has no markings that we can find. There are other markings stamped under the gasket as well. German WWII Gas masks came in 3 sizes, this example is a size 2 (Medium), which is indicated by the number printed on the front of the mask between the eye pieces. The large size masks were designated with "1" and the small size is "3", which is a bit counter intuitive. Unfortunately this mask appears to have had the exterior completely painted covering up any markings.

The metal alloy eye socket frames and snout on this early issue m30 are painted green, and are the correct early issue non-magnetic type (confirmed with a magnet). Circa 1940, due to material shortages, many gas masks were made with steel fittings, and had blue painted fittings to indicate that they were "magnetical". The eye frames house the Celluloid anti-fog eye pieces, which could easily be replaced should they become damaged in any way. Replacement lenses were carried in the top of the gas mask carrying tin.

The snout, also made from non-magnetic metal, has a screw thread, into which the filter was inserted, and beneath that the discharge valve could also be found. The M30 went through three different types of snouts, the last of which was introduced in 1938, and was identical to the snout on the M-38 Rubber gas mask. This example is a third model, with the M38 style snout without any visible markings. The included model FE41 filter can has all original ink stamps present, with a Waffenamt Eagle Wa. A. 357 stamp, and a 1943 date.

The included carry case is a Long Model 1936 Wehrmacht type. It still has the original original metal inner sleeve with the cloth and spring missing. The can is in very good original condition, and does not look to have had any repainting.

Overall, a really nice military issue German WWII Gas mask, complete with the filter and canister. Ready to add to your collection and display!