Original WW1 sling?

[Namboob]

I was given this sling and I am thrilled to have it. The age and wear looks like it is right for my Gew 98, but I wanted your opinion as this is the first German sling like it I have seen. I put it on my V,C. Schilling rifle and if its not on there correctly let me know please even though I may not be able to correct it as the sling is pretty fragile.

 

[swjXE]

I think it's an original sling, but for a contract Mauser, not Imperial Gew. 98 German military since it's not set up for a parade mount. Buckle and sewing aren't right.

 

[CLG]

Additionally, if I recall correctly, all of the WW1 slings I have owned had the detachable swivel sewn on. I did have one similar to yours but I always thought it was post war or contract. Not to say there aren’t exceptions or that mine might have been wrong!

 

[biggymu]

Mine does not have the detachable end as yours. The stitches on yours are not characteristically German military. I certainly don’t know all the variations

 

[feldmütze]

Additionally, if I recall correctly, all of the WW1 slings I have owned had the detachable swivel sewn on. I did have one similar to yours but I always thought it was post war or contract. Not to say there aren’t exceptions or that mine might have been wrong!

Research 1st & 2nd pattern Gew98 slings....

 

[Namboob]

Thanks, Ill look it up.