According to Technical Manual TM11-1151 it is meant to detect anti-tank mines that are buried less than 7
The division played an important role during World War II in the invasions of North Africa and Sicily and the liberation of France
most notably in the failing cocking mechanism
first they boiled it in boiling watering then filled it with hot sand
the obverse with a border of oak leaves with a tie at the base and a Panzerkampfwagen IV superimposed in the center on grassy ground
Original German Mauser Model 1871/84 Magazine Service Rifle by Spandau Dated 1888 - Serial No 9181 Holsters & Cases According to Technical Manual TM11-1151Original Item: Only One Available. This is a nice example of the Mauser Model 1871 84 rifle, which is covered with Imperial German inspection and acceptance markings on the metal work, though they are a bit worn in places. The serial number 9181 appears on the barrel, and receiver, while the barrel bands, butt plate, and many screws and other parts have shortened number 81. The bolt has serial number 8843, with 43 on some parts. It was common in most
