Original German WWII Kriegsmarine Large Brass Cigarette Lighter Presented to Captain of U-230 Category_Snider Rifle Accessories At the close of D-Day

At the close of D-Day

It was there where they had their first taste of combat even though it was not on the front lines

The back of the buckle is marked R S & S on the shovel logo

Specialist Five Craig Schmidt

Original German WWII Kriegsmarine Large Brass Cigarette Lighter Presented to Captain of U-230 Category_Snider Rifle Accessories At the close of D-DayOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is an all brass substantial table lighter measuring 4" tall by 3" across. These lighters were often custom made by the workers in the U boat's engine room, as they had to be skilled in metalwork as part of their duty. The cover for the flame hinges up, after which it can be ignited with the wheel next to it. It is engraved Weidmannsheil across one side, meaning "GOOD HUNTING, an apt statement for a U boat captain.