Rare Early WWII US M1938 Dispatch / Map Case | Zippered | Named Lt. Clark

A rare find for the advanced collector. This is the early production M1938 Dispatch Case, commonly used by officers for maps and orders.

• Rare Configuration: Unlike common later war examples, this early model features a zippered document compartment. Zippers were prone to failure in the field (especially in the Pacific) and were quickly eliminated from production, making surviving examples scarce.

• Interior: Retains the original green felt divider intended for map pins.

• Provenance: clearly named on the front flap to "LT. J. H. CLARK".

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The canvas is strong, and the zipper appears functional. Includes the correct adjustable shoulder strap.

Technical Specs:

• Item: Case, Canvas, Dispatch M1938

• Type: 1st Pattern (Zippered)

• Marking: Named to Lt. Clark

• Condition: Rare / Excellent.