Germany, Wehrmacht. An MG 42 Barrel Carrier Hold on January 9

on January 9

an Oberhordenführer/Oberrottenführer sleeve insignia

and bearing two silver aluminum wire gulls above oak leaf wreaths of identical construction

He was excepted into the Royal Canadian Air Force as a Flight Lieutenant (C-24085)

stamped in blue ink with the "H

Germany, Wehrmacht. An MG 42 Barrel Carrier Hold on January 9(Laufschtzer 42). A rare Maschinengewehr 42 (MG 42) barrel carrier, constructed of a two piece magnetic metal shell with a three tone camouflage paint scheme throughout the exterior, opening with a functional hinge to reveal a hollow interior, in turn fastening closed with a retractable clip, each end retaining a magnetic metal loop for the accommodation of an olive drab canvas carrying strap, one end bearing a white highlighted inscription of LAUF