Rare German WWII late-war P38 soft holster, « DLU 1945 »

Original German WWII. A rare late-war P38 holster. Constructed from natural brown leather. In nice usable condition. The back of the holster is nicely marked with the maker  “DLU”, year of production « 1945 », Waffenamt and weapons designated « P38 ». A very nice and rare variant.

General Information

• Type: Softshell holster for Walther P38 pistol

• Material: Natural brown leather (late-war variant)

• Year of Manufacture: 1945

• Markings:

  • DLU – Manufacturer’s code

  • 1945 – Production year

  • P38 – Model designation

Manufacturer Details

• DLU was the official wartime code for E.G. Leuner GmbH, based in Bautzen, Saxony, Germany.

• The company specialized in military leather equipment such as holsters, pouches, and belts.

Historical Context & Rarity

• Produced in 1945, near the end of WWII — a period of chaotic and limited manufacturing known as “last-ditch” production.

• The natural brown leather finish is much rarer than the standard black versions commonly issued earlier in the war.

• Fully marked examples with DLU, 1945 are considered rare collector pieces today.

Condition & Authenticity

• Leather: supple yet firm; stitching intact; internal compartment clean.

• All original markings present and legible.

• No signs of post-war reconditioning or modification.