{"product_id":"original-german-pre-wwii-officer-m35-leather-dispatch-map-case-dated-1937","title":"Original German Pre-WWII Officer M35 Leather Dispatch Map Case - dated 1937","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: Only One Available. Map cases were issued on a limited basis to specifically designated personnel such as unit commanders, pilots, and observers. The M35 map\/dispatch case was based on the Weimar era, Reichsheer pattern map\/dispatch case with minor variations. The M35 map\/dispatch case underwent a front closure modification in mid-1936, and an additional small front pocket was added in 1938, although the early pattern cases continued to be manufactured through-out the war.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade of a light brown, pebbled leather, this first pattern M35 map case is in very good used condition! It features a fold-over top flap with a vertical closure strap, as well as various pockets for a ruler, pencils, and various other map accessories. The rear has two vertical belt loop straps and buckles. Interior has two compartments with a central leather separators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear of the case is dated \u003cstrong\u003e1937\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the inside of the case bears ink stamps. One of these is a box with a Weimar Eagle to the left, and BMVtdg \/ 75 to the right. There are also some faded markings above this, which we can not make out, but would often be company markings. An excellent opportunity for further research!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very nice piece of genuine German WWII field gear, ready to research and display!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31325284761669,"sku":"ONSV5663","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ONSV5663__01.jpg?v=1594669305","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-german-pre-wwii-officer-m35-leather-dispatch-map-case-dated-1937","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}