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ONLINE FIREARMS, EDGED WEAPONS AND MILITARIA AUCTION
Fri, Jul 24, 2026 01:00PM EDT - Sun, Aug 9, 2026 04:00PM EDT
Lot 225
Chest Piece from WWI German Trench Armor
Estimate: $250 - $500
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $100 | $20 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $200 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $50,000 | $1,000 |
World War One trench armor, often called Grabenpanzer or Sappenpanzer. This is the chest plate piece. The armor would have been segmented in a chest plate, two abdomen plates, and a crotch plate. These other pieces are no longer present. The armor was intended to help protect soldiers who tended to be stationary and easily targeted like sentries, machine gunners, and snipers.
Dimensions: 14"h x 16"w x 9"d
Pickup & Shipping: This lot may be picked up free of charge in Gardnerville, NV. Shipping via FedEx Ground/Home within the continental U.S. for $100 + 1.5% insurance (unless waived in writing). Direct Signature Required. Combined lot shipping available.
Condition
Has oxidation and pitting.
Overall Dimensions
Height: 14.00
Width: 15.00
Depth: 9.00
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