SS - what is this please?

[alikat]

Seen this for sale, but have no idea what it was used for. Any help appreciated.

[tailor marc]

Cynide capsule? or repro one?

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Looks similer... Nazi brass cyanide container - SS marked


Its got the T & S on it aswell

[Torch]

Very nice,be great to see more pics of it,cap off,both ends,side view etc

[bichon]

Hello
seems to be replica
Axis History Forum • Brass Cylinder with Cyanide Capsule
cordially
Didier

[alikat]

Thanks guys. I had completely forgotten the cyanide container option as I thought they were always converted rifle brass, which this obviously isn't. I will see if I can ge some more pics. As it comes with what appears to be a ground dug buckle, I am guessing an Eastern Euro connection somewhere maybe??

[docf]

These are interesting and have had mine since 1960. They are heavily faked today and not aware of specific criteria to determine auth. Usually the SS is central like a primer would be on a cartridge.

[tailor marc]

Anyone know how many were made? Did every officer get given one incase of capture?