![]() ![]() 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. The snout, also made from metal had a screw thread, into which the filter was inserted, and beneath that the discharge valve could also be found. The installed lenses are in great shape, and are both dated 1937. Replacement lenses were carried in the top of the gas mask carrying tin. The metal alloy eye socket frames on this later issue version are of the cheaper grey Ferrous metal, and house the Celluloid eye pieces, which could easy be replaced should they become damaged in any way. ![]() The large size masks were designated with "1" and the small size is "3", which is a bit counter intuitive. German WWII Gas masks came in 3 sizes, this example is a size 1 (Large), which is stamped under the chin gasket on the interior of the mask. Some of the suede has already broken off and been lost over the years. Unfortunately the suede leather and edge of the mask has become very hard and brittle, so we were not able to locate the maker markings. ![]() Under the left side there is a Waffenamt inspection mark, and there are other numerical markings on the inside. Markings on these gas masks were usually stamped under the suede frame, which makes them somewhat hard to see. 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. 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. 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 wearers face. There is some white stitching on the neck strap for the mask, which may have been where another label was located. It also has a fabric label sewn onto the can carry strap indicating that it was issued to Meyer. It even still has the original spare lenses, and is one of the best examples of this type of mask that we have had. This is an very condition model M30 G -Maske or Gasschutzmaske (Gas protection mask), complete with an original Filter and Carrying can, all bearing original markings and WWII era dates. If you have any other intention, please do not continue.Original Item: Only One Available. It is forbidden to take any photos from this website for any other purpose. We would like to make clear that we do not support the beliefs or actions of the Third Reich or any other right-wing or fascist organization, current or past. The items for sale on this site are sold for historical or research purpose only, customers and visitors of RBNr Militaria are obligated to use all articles accordingly. It is dedicated to collectors and other persons with a historical interest about this period. This site is intended for the sale of military antiques from the First and Second World War and post-war. ![]() It is mandatory to accept the aforementioned conditions before accessing the following pages of the site. It is also not allowed to extrapolate photos and images from the site, unless authorized, for any other use or disclosure of the same. Customers and visitors to the site declare that they are interested in viewing or purchasing it only for the purpose of collecting or historical information and not to use the material for propaganda purposes that are not in line with the current laws of the Italian Republic. This site is purely addressed to collectors and enthusiasts of uniformological material with no historical value, any form of political or racial ideology is banned. Sales site dedicated to uniform material disposed of by current armies and without historical value, before accessing it it is necessary to accept the following conditions. ![]()
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