*German, WW2, Wehrmacht (Army) Augenschützer 42 (Eye Shield 42), Compact Folding Dust Goggles with Original Paper Case*
German Military Eye Shield 42 in their original paper packet. The German Army supplied an array of protective eyewear for troops. These included options for desert or snowy environments, shielding eyes from intense sun, sand, and dust. Developed in 1942, the Augenschützer 42 served as affordable and easily producible eye protectors. They came in two models, featuring colored lenses for sun protection and clear lenses for dust protection.
Pictured on page 161 of Uniforms & Traditions of the German Army 1933 to 45 by John R. Angolia & Adolf Schlicht.
KEY FEATURES:
* Clear Lenses
* Elastic Headband
* Includes Paper Case, approx 11cm x 9cm
*Condition*
These are in excellent condition. Please see photographs as part of the condition report.
