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WW1 Imperial German Heer Grabenpanzer – TRENCH ARMOR – 1st PATTERN – RARE!

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You are bidding on a SUPERB example of a WW1 Imperial German Army / Heer Issue 1st Pattern Grabenpanzer Trench Armor!



Used by Sentries; troops in advanced positions; assault troops; and machine gun troops, the German Chest and Abdomen Trench Armor, was constructed of silicon-nickel steel, and protected against rifle bullets, grenades, and shrapnel.  The hardness was Brinell 360-520, which was MUCH harder than mild steel, and consisted of a breast plate with over the shoulder supports, and three overlapping steel plates attached by fabric fastening straps to protect the stomach and groin.

Used in large numbers between 1916-1917 and in even larger numbers in 1918, General Ludendorff endorsed them as being good for both front and back usage.  Back usage was normal for troops having to endure bombardments and provided significant protection.

 

Made of hardened steel, this is an EXCELLENT set!  Though there are some marks & wear, it is still VERY SOLID!  Though is a COMPLETE set of 4 sections, containing the main upper section for the chest, and lower stomach and abdomen panels.  Appears to have been repainted at one time.  Some slight rust and staining, but nothing that detracts.  100% complete with all straps and padded (straps were restored, however).  A VERY RARE item, it would make for an AMAZING addition to any collection or display!


  


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