Original German WWII Luftwaffe-Marked Lightweight Mounted Leather Combat Suspender Y Straps - As Used by Paratroopers, Cavalry, Armor Crews & Others

Original Item: Only On Available. This is a fantastic Luftwaffe-marked 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 brown on the front and natural leather on the reverse side. One strap is stamped L.B.A.(S.), a Luftwaffe inspection mark. Specifically, it stands for Luftwaffe Bekleidungsamt (Ausg.) (S), which translates to Luftwaffe Clothing Office (Issue) in Sonneberg, Germany in 1938. This marking is only seen on pre and early war Luftwaffe items.

Condition is excellent, with the expected light wear from age and storage. There is no major wear indicative of service in the field, and the finish on the leather has a lovely aged look, with a mottled patina on the galvanized steel hardware. Really a great set of Y-straps showing light use.

Ready to become part of your WWII Display!