Mask, Face, Launcher, Rocket (Bazooka), AMERICAN OPTICAL CO. 1944, in Box

Genuine WWII US Army face mask featuring acetate lenses, intended for protecting rocket launcher crews when firing their weapon.

Manufactured by American Optical Co. in Southbridge, Massachusetts. Stock No. 74-M-126.

Marking U.S. 1944 has been inked on the inner surface of the leather frame, on the right-hand side.

Mint, unissued condition; cmes in its original cardboard box.