Heer Officers Belt????

[grenadierss17]

I know these can be tricky....so is it original? Came in with a grouping of all original items.

[grenadierss17]

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[grenadierss17]

Any opinions?

[grenadierss17]

Any help here?

[josh105]

Came in with a grouping of all original items.

That's always a good sign...

Another good way is to test the leather, does it feel/look/smell 70+ years old?

I can openly admit I know NOTHING about belts, but am trying to get your thread started.

[grenadierss17]

Yes the leather is dry and if you would try to fold it, I am sure it would crack. I think it is good, but I plan on putting it on the e-stand and I don't want to screw anyone. I appreciate the help in trying to start this thread.

[Mainemilitaria]

From the photos....the leather may actually be "Ersatz" leather....doesn't look like natural leather in the photos...Postwar belts wouldn't be "Ersatz" until much later I believe.
John G.

[grenadierss17]

I thought the same, it looks like leather pieces pressed together.