Original U.S. WWII Half-Flap .38 cal Victory Holster dated 1943 by Craighead Chinese Militaria Specifications (all measurements are approximate

Specifications (all measurements are approximate and may vary):

The 43rd Foot was based in Burma when it became the 1st Battalion

It displays a Prussian spread eagle helmet plate and comes complete with supple original liner

This is a rare vintage 1939-1945 Swiss Military made mechanical men’s wrist watch by HELMA

I have had ownership of these items for over 70 years

Original U.S. WWII Half-Flap .38 cal Victory Holster dated 1943 by Craighead Chinese Militaria Specifications (all measurements are approximateOriginal Item: This is a very rare and seldom seen US WWII issued half flap holster for the Smith & Wesson Victory model . 38 caliber revolvers. This holster was only made by CRAIGHEAD of Denver, CO during 1943 and they are very rare. After the war, the holster was produced in larger numbers by Rock Island Arsenal and it was widely carried through Vietnam. WWII made examples are scarce and highly sought after by collectors. Many were also altered post