Item Identification: Rare original World War I era German leather cartridge box (Patronentasche) designed for the Mannlicher Model 1895 rifle. This distinctive angled pouch was manufactured during the Great War era and historically saw continued service, notably being re-issued to German Volksturm (Home Guard) units during the defense of Berlin in 1945.
Details: The pouch is constructed of heavy, dark brown leather with a top flap secured by a strap and metal stud. The interior retains the metal spring retention mechanism for ammunition clips. A significant piece of field gear bridging both World War conflicts.
