German military-issue belt Reichsbetriebsnummer 189 021 231 801
Identification of Markings
- RBNr Code (021...): The "021" visible in the center is part of a Reichsbetriebsnummer (RBNr), a nine-digit code used by German manufacturers starting in 1943 to conceal factory locations. A similar chinstrap code, for example, is "0/1235/0007".
- "AP" in Circle Logo: This stamp is characteristic of certain German equipment manufacturers. For instance, similar markings appear on political officer belts or specialized equipment straps.
- "72" Marking: While it can refer to a year, in German military belts, these numbers often represent the length in centimeters. A "72" would indicate a very small waist size, typical for vintage military gear. [1, 2, 3]
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