Original German WWI Maxim MG Aluminum Ammunition Belt Hand Select:Yes Most are in the original

Most are in the original arsenal preservative

Pan magazines hold the rounds in a radial fan

Lewis became frustrated with trying to persuade the US Army to adopt his design and so ("slapped by rejections from ignorant hacks"

As you might expect

Original German WWI Maxim MG Aluminum Ammunition Belt Hand Select:Yes Most are in the originalOriginal Item: Interwar 250 Round Aluminum belt developed for easy hand loading for use with the MG 08, . 303 VICKERS and the MG 08 15 using the 08 Feed Pawl without finger guide. Condition is fragile, generally good but will show some corrosion and minor damage throughout. Note: Same day shipping not always available for these items due to lead time.