{"product_id":"german-wwi-leather-ammo-pouches","title":"German WW1 1915 Leather Ammo Pouch – Three-Section Belt Model, Marked Elsenfeld for Gewehr 98","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eoriginal 1915-dated German World War I ammunition pouch\u003c\/strong\u003e, produced in the standard three-compartment belt configuration used by Imperial German infantry. This pouch was used for the Gewehr 98 and alike magazines. Constructed from durable blackened leather, the pouch is field-worn yet structurally sound, with individual flaps and strap closures for each ammo section. The reverse side retains both leather belt loops and bears a stamped marking from Elsenfeld, along with “\u003cstrong\u003eW.C.C.\u003c\/strong\u003e” impressions, likely depot or regimental issue identifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically to hold stripper clips for the Gewehr 98 rifle, this pouch exemplifies the practicality and ruggedness of WWI trench gear. The blackened leather treatment helped preserve the pouch under the harsh conditions of prolonged combat. Pouches like this were carried in pairs on either side of the belt, giving German soldiers quick access to ammunition during engagements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-marked, early-dated examples like this have become increasingly scarce on the collector’s market—especially those retaining clear production and location stamps. A strong representative piece of Imperial German equipment from the Great War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Approx. 4.5\" tall x 8.75\" wide x 2.5\" deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDated\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1915\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Elsenfeld, Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003e5-star rated store trusted by collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eFast, reliable shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eExpertly handled collectibles, always packed with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eINTERNAL USE:\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40295630143562,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/German-WW1-1915-Leather-Ammo-Pouch-Three-Section-Belt-Model-Marked-Elsenfeld-for-Gewehr-98.jpg?v=1779887004","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/german-wwi-leather-ammo-pouches","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}