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Description
This is an authentic 1984 West German military (Bundeswehr surplus) leather motorcycle kidney belt, officially issued to military riders for crucial lumbar support, wind blocking, and posture control. The piece features a minimalist, heavy-duty design constructed from flexible grey leather, engineered specifically to withstand the elements during convoy and dispatch operations.
The dual-fastening system uses a set of heavy-duty interlocking gold-tone metal multi-hook tines on one side that slide into four adjustable leather straps with matching gold-finish buckles on the other, ensuring a secure, slip-free fit over riding jackets. The interior features the original olive-drab quilted padding specifically designed to dampen high-frequency engine vibrations and insulate the lower back from cold wind chill on long rides.
Specifications
- Origin: West German Military Issue (Bundeswehr)
- Production Year: 1984
- Military Size: Groesse 3 (Gr 3), which corresponds to a modern Civilian Medium
- Markings: Original paper contract strip reads "Gr 3 84 1041A" sewn along the inside lining edge, alongside a "MADE IN GERMANY" tag on the strap.
- Material: Genuine leather exterior, quilted fabric lining, metal hardware
- Color: Grey leather with olive-drab interior and gold-toned hardware
Condition
The belt is in vintage surplus condition. The grey leather remains flexible, clean, and free of cracking or dry rot. All four buckles, straps, and interlocking hook mechanisms are intact, fully functional, and show only minor signs of handling or storage. The interior quilted lining is clean, intact, and free of sweat stains or fabric degradation. Please review all photos for detailed views of the stitching and hardware condition.
The description comes from my Internet research, but I do not ride so bidders and buyers must come to their own conclusions by examining the photographs rather than from the textual description which is my best assessment but not guaranteed.
I happily combine shipping so if you purchase more than one item please await an invoice from me prior to paying.
Items shipped within three business days of receiving payment. Returns accepted when there is a demonstrable and substantive error in description. Item will be shipped, folded as shown in the photographs.