Original British WWI Tank Crew Splatter Mask Vented Shield Insert Spanish Artillery The base began life as

The base began life as a German WWII large artillery shell

In 1939 the US Army issued a requirement for an anti-tank rifle capable of penetrating 1¼" (32mm) of armor at 500 yards (460m)

Carbines and Muskets

The bakelite grip scales give the full manufacturer information:

Original British WWI Tank Crew Splatter Mask Vented Shield Insert Spanish Artillery The base began life asOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a fantastic example of a rather rare item from WWI. This splatter mask shield would have been leather covered with a chainmail skirt to cover the mouth and chin area. It is our belief that this was intentionally removed from the leather to be worn more as an eye shield, possibly for a tank commander so his voice wouldnt be muffled by the chainmail skirt. This is a wonderful example, offered in wonderful