Description
P38 Hardshell Holster MFG. JOA 1942 Carl Heinichen WaA706
This is an original WWII German P38 hardshell holster, manufactured in 1942 by Carl Heinichen of Dresden, as indicated by the correct “joa 1942” marking on the rear panel. It also bears a sharp “WaA706” Waffenamt inspection stamp, verifying acceptance by the Wehrmacht.
Crafted from high-grade black leather, this holster follows the classic early-war hard shell pattern designed specifically for the Walther P38 pistol. All components are present: the full flap, securing strap, rear belt loops, and the inner spare magazine pouch. The leather remains solid with strong stitching throughout—no soft spots, repairs, or structural damage. The closure tab is intact and functional, showing light flex and age toning consistent with original wartime use.
This WWII German P38 hardshell holster is a textbook example of early-war military leather gear—issued to front-line troops from the Eastern Front to North Africa. Whether you’re pairing it with a Walther, Mauser, or Spreewerk pistol, or rounding out a period-correct display, this is a legitimate and desirable piece of original field equipment.
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