Original Item: Only On Available. This is a very nice set of German WWII Lightweight (Mounted) Leather Combat Suspenders, usually referred to as "Y Straps" due to the shape. This version is more lightweight than the standard issue, using thinner leather without the additional straps, D-Rings, and padding around the central join, and is intended only for support of the combat belt and associated ammo pouches / holsters. These were used by cavalry, Fallschirmjäger Paratroopers, armor crews, and other positions where weight was an issue, and backpacks and the like could not be worn.

This example is in the wartime color, with black on the front and natural leather on the reverse side. It features all steel hardware, with the correct gray color used at the time. It also bears a full maker marking on the rear strap right by the central ring, which reads:

M. Thielemann
1942
Leppersdorf / Radeberg

This is a known leather goods maker that supplied the Wehrmacht during the war, and the company still exists to this day.

Condition is very good, with the expected wear from age and storage. The leather is a bit dry, however the finish does not have any major cracking or other issues. The hardware is still in good shape, with the gray paint mostly retained, and just a bit of oxidation in areas. Really a great set of Y-straps showing light use.

Ready to become part of your WWII Display!