

The M2 mask was based on a design proposed in 1915 by Ren Louis Gravereaux of Paris. This is a nice condition complete French WWI M2 Gas Mask which is stamped 14.8.17 (August 14th, 1917). It was used by them as sole gas defence, with this Tin, until the British SBR Gas Mask was adopted in early 1918. Item Description Original item: Only One Available. The M2 Gas Mask was the main gas protection used by the French Army during the mid-War period and as such it played a key role in Frances most famous battle Verdun, because of this the M2 Mask is the gas item most associated with the WW1 French Soldier. The M2 Gas Mask was also issued to the US Army upon it's entry into the War. Such decent condition is really rather unusual for these as when encountered they typically have not fared at all well. The M1 Training Mask was standardized as the M2A1 Service Gas Mask in 1941. In 1939, the US Army developed the lightweight M1 Training Mask with a fully molded rubber facepiece, the first mai service respirator to eliminate stockinet cloth coverings. Original WW1 US Doughboy Gas Mask & Carry Bag NAMED. The M2 was developed and used during the second world war, from 1941, to 1949.

Original WW1 French M1916 gas mask tin no mask M2 Model.
M2 GAS MASK WW1 FREE
Free shipping on many items Browse your favorite brands. It retains the majority of its horizon blue paint as well as the original carrying string used for hanging it from the front Y-strap hook. Get the best deals on Ww1 Gas Mask when you shop the largest online selection at. The tin is complete, undamaged apart from one small hole in the base, and in good sound condition overall aside from the usual trench knocks and minor denting from field use. Because of this the M2 Mask is the gas item most associated with the WW1 French Soldier and thus these tins form an indelible part of the French Soldier's classic silhouette. The M2 Gas Mask was the main gas protection used by the French Army during the mid-War period. The M2 Gas Mask was the main gas protection used by the French Army during the mid-War period and as such it played a key role in France's most famous battle, Verdun. A scarce WW1 French M2 Gas Mask Tin in very good condition. A scarce WW1 French M2 Gas Mask Tin in very good condition.
