WWI US Army M1938 Wire Cutters and Dated Canvas Pouch

A pair of compound-action wire cutters with a matching M1938-style canvas carrying pouch, manufactured for the U.S. Army during World War II. The wire cutters feature black-coated handles and a darkened metal finish on the head. The stationary jaw bears a stylized logo consisting of the letter S inside a diamond shape, followed by the text US-5000 VOLTS MAX, indicating electrical insulation for technical field use. The central pivot bolt head is embossed with three radiating lines and the character O. The accompanying olive drab No. 3 canvas pouch is constructed with a wire belt hanger and a Lift-the-Dot fastener. The front of the pouch features a printed black U.S. stencil. The reverse side is printed in black ink with J.S.&S.Co. followed by the year 1942, identifying the manufacturer as J. Schottenfels & Company. The wire cutters measure 8.5 inches in total length. The pouch measures 9.5 inches in total length. Pickup is Monday, Nov. 9, from 11 am to 7 pm at our facility in Lancaster, OH. Alternate pickup day is available by appointment for a $5 fee per lot, or we will provide in-house shipping for this item. If shipping – once packed up, we will send you a separate invoice for shipping & handling. Shipping questions: shipping@burnsbid.com. Sales tax collected on this auction. Our warehouse is in Lancaster, OH. If not shipping – pick up within 10 days or we will dispose of the item and you will not receive a refund. TL05