German civilian gas mask?

[Srdj]

I picked this up at a flea market quite cheap (I think ten marks at the time) but now I'm not sure if it is even a period piece. Your thoughts?

[meyle77]

nice original VM40 civilian gas mask.
they are still fairly cheap - here is mine picked up shipped for $40
https://www.warrelics.eu/forum/field...k-auer-214874/

[harryamb2]

its ok,also a certain type of person likes these.