WWII German Luftschutz VM40 Gas Mask Set
Updated August 7, 2026
| Lot number | 1003008 |
| Category | Firearms & Militaria |
| Auction | The Bagale Collection, Session III - Wartime Militaria |
| Date | August 15, 2026 at 6:05 PM MDT |
| Auction house | 345 Auction |
| Location | Pueblo West, Colorado |
This WWII German Luftschutz VM40 civil defense gas mask set features a green rubber facepiece fitted with circular glass lenses and an adjustable harness. The silver-toned metal filter shows Waffenamt code Wa.A.533 along with stamps 4308 and RL1 38/6. The black-painted metal carrying canister measures 8 1/2 inches tall by 5 1/2 inches in diameter and bears raised base stampings identifying maker Aug. Zschiedrich and code RL1-41/20, accompanied by legal compliance text under the Luftschutzgesetz. Complete with its woven cloth shoulder strap and latch mechanism, this set served Luftschutz civil air-defense personnel. Scuffing and light paint loss cover the exterior metal surface, while the facepiece rubber remains intact. GE
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