Ottoman/Turkish Mauser Era Leather Charger Cartridge Belt (16-Pouch Type), Embossed Flaps Gun Components secured by rivets to the

secured by rivets to the full tang blade

securing straps

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Scarcer specialist troop variant associated with engineer and support formations

Ottoman/Turkish Mauser Era Leather Charger Cartridge Belt (16-Pouch Type), Embossed Flaps Gun Components secured by rivets to theEarly Mauser era leather charger cartridge belt comprising a row of individual flap pouches (approx. 16), each secured by twin stud fasteners and featuring an embossed tooled motif to the flap. Designed for carrying Mauser ammunition in 5 round charger stripper clips. Belt is built on a long reinforced backing panel for rigidity and comfort, with adjustable strap buckle fastening. Construction and hardware show clear Central European German influence