Original German WWII Heer/Luftwaffe Splinter "A" Mid Late War Zeltbahn (RB Numbered)
This is an original wartime German Zeltbahn in the classic Splinter “A” camouflage pattern, as issued to both Heer (Army) and Luftwaffe (Air Force) personnel. This example represents a mid to late war production piece identifiable by its steel buttons and grommets. Before 1940 they were made with aluminum buttons and grommets. The Zeltbahn was a versatile piece of field equipment designed to serve as an individual rain cape, camouflage covering, or shelter quarter. Multiple Zeltbahnen could be buttoned together to construct larger field shelters.
This camouflage zeltbahn remains well defined, vibrant colors on both Spring/Summer & Fall/Winter sides. All grommets, buttons, and 1 original rope are intact. There is visible rust on quite a grommets and buttons. The zeltbahn does have a few small holes. Stitching around various button holes has unraveled (examples pic 8 and 10). The zeltbahn is RB Numbered (pic 8).
Overall, this is a solid, honest wartime Splinter A zeltbahn is in very good condition. Refer to photos for details and actual condition.
