Designed to be carried on the back of an assistant gunner, the field mount for the MG-42 machine gun could be rapidly unfolded to serve as an adjustable tripod or as the base for an anti-aircraft pintle mount (not included). With a green paint finish overall, a pair of brown leather shoulder straps and a pair of leather pads on the front leg, as well as a small metal tool compartment on the left side. The side of the traverse and elevation mechanism is stamped "cql/43/1613/h". The mount itself is marked "NC/fsu5227" followed by a small waffenamt proof.

Very good. 75% original green paint finish remains with areas of chips and scratches revealing the red under coat, high point and edge wear, and areas of oxidation. The leather components are mostly stiff and dry with some age cracking and scuffs throughout.