Original U.S. WWII M1926 D-Day Inflatable Flotation Belt Life Preserver by Firestone - Dated OCT 20 1942 NATION This example has had the

This example has had the breech block swapped out at one point with a Model 1873 block

The Carbine is in excellent condition with steel mounts and a brass nose cap

showing overall wear and tear from use as well as age

The damaged flashlight is a Fulton MX991/U

There is no manufacturers information present

Original U.S. WWII M1926 D-Day Inflatable Flotation Belt Life Preserver by Firestone - Dated OCT 20 1942 NATION This example has had theOriginal Item: Only One Available. The M1926 inflatable flotation belt was used as a life preserver by assault troops during amphibious actions and beach landings. The belt was inflated by squeezing two switches located inside the belt, which activated two CO2 bottles. If the CO2 bottles failed, the belt could still be inflated by blowing into the rubber tubes, which have valves on the ends. This type of belt is particularly known for use during the D