The name tag was clearly present before it was painted or "over sprayed" as the vacant area where the name tag once had been on the left breast has a noticeable silhouette vacant of camouflage paint
The front of the war head still has most of the white stenciled writing that usually reads Vor Gebrauch Sprengkapsel Einsetzen (Before use insert detonator)
By eleven o'clock that morning
as marked on the lower support
It served throughout until 1945 while thousands had been produced
Original German WWII Named M30 3rd Model Size 2 Gas Mask with Filter, Canister, & Accessories - dated 1940 French Edged Weapons The name tag was clearlyOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition model M30 G Maske or Gasschutzmaske (Gas protection mask), complete with an original Filter and Carrying can, all with WWII Dates and markings. Also included are wonderful accessories including spare lenses, a cleaning cloth, and internal retaining spring. The mask and accessories are truly in great shape, making this one of the most attractive offerings that we have had. The model M30