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Original WWI / Early WWII US Military Officer\'s Leather-Lined Wool Field Pouch
Maker Marked: Wm. H. Horstmann Co. - PhiladelphiaUp for sale is an incredibly scarce, high-quality private-purchase US Military Officer\'s dispatch or equipment pouch. This is not a standard-issue canvas piece; it was manufactured by the legendary **Wm. H. Horstmann Company of Philadelphia**, one of the premier luxury military outfitters in American history.This pouch features a premium olive drab wool outer shell, a complete soft leather inner lining, and its original brass D-ring hanger loops securely stitched to the back.---Provenance & Maker Mark:
The Stamp: The interior leather flap features a beautiful, crisp, and fully legible circular heat stamp reading: “Wm. H. Horstmann Co. Philadelphia” with their iconic center logo. ---Condition Report:
Exterior: Shows honest, historic wear consistent with age. There is moth tracking and some small moth nips on the outer wool shell (mainly on the front flap and back panel—please see detailed photos).
Interior: The leather lining remains incredibly supple with a rich, deep color and only minor surface cracking near the flap fold.
Hardware: The brass D-ring hanger attachments and the bottom securing stud are 100% original, tight, and intact. This is a fantastic, authentic character piece from a highly sought-after maker—perfect for a high-end US military display!---Shipping & Handling:
Securely packed and shipped via trackable carrier with full insurance.Store Policies & OffersOffers & PricingReasonable offers from serious collectors are always welcome and will be reviewed exclusively through the Best Offer tool. To preserve the value of these premium historical pieces, lowball offers are automatically declined.Availability & UrgencyListings operate on a strict 21-day cycle. Because my inventory is cross-listed across multiple premium platforms and also offered directly to local collectors, items may be removed at any time and may not be relisted.If you are interested in a piece, please submit your offer or purchase directly through the listing to secure it.
