Original Austro-Hungarian Model 1867 Werndl–Holub Rotary Breech Cap Trainer Short Rifle - dated 1872 Garand & U.S. Rifles This is a lovely service

This is a lovely service worn example

The M1917 helmets that did not meet the required ballistic standards for combat were rejected

This is a wonderful USGI bring back from men who saw action in occupied Europe and Germany at the end of World War Two

The mask retains all of its original straps including the scarce neck strap and the original carrying strap on the canister

Original Austro-Hungarian Model 1867 Werndl–Holub Rotary Breech Cap Trainer Short Rifle - dated 1872 Garand & U.S. Rifles This is a lovely serviceOriginal Item: Only One Available. The M1867 Werndl Holub was a single shot breech loading rifle that the Austro Hungarian army adopted in 1867. It replaced the Wanzl breech loader conversion of the muzzle loading Lorenz rifle. Josef Werndl (1831 1889) and Karel Holub (1830 1903) designed and patented their design; Werndl later bought out all the rights. This looks to be a trainer version of the Werndl, possibly made for drill or other uses. It is