#7490-WEHRMACHT MOUNTAIN GAITERS: Wartime issue gaiters as worn with the mountains boot and based on the Austrian pattern. These are often associated with Waffen-SS Gebirgsjaeger although this example pair differs somewhat (it is documented that up to four different types were made) . They are produced of grey green canvas (Siegeltuch) that laces through four hook eyelets on the exterior side. Black leather straps secure under the heel and at the side. The interior has reinforcements of brown / black leather and grey webbing with a large metal hook to secure the front to the top of the boot laces. One of the leather reinforcements is embossed with the 1942 maker mark of the Pelzer Co, in Kirn (Bavaria). The gaiters show use and wear with soiling, minor rust and one heel strap missing. One gaiter still retains its original leather lace. Scarce mountain accessory, Condition III-  $115.00