Schneeschuhe-gebirgsjäger

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Hello Guys,

Thanks in advance as a I am looking for opinions and knowledge from whomever has it in this area. I have some but would love some back up.

I had a German collector reach out to me when seeing I was trying to round out my Gebirgsjager collection. He has a nice pair of Schneeschuhe / Snowshoes I am considering and he offered to me. Based on his research of the pair there are no maker marks on wood or strapping. I have looked closely at the buckles which are consistent with German helmet and equipment straps. The rope material and weave of webbing on straps looks of German or Austrian construction and for sure WW2 vintage I believe. The straps match weave of the early ice crampons I just picked up recently.

My big question? German, British or US? There are some similarities from the British and US made ones from the period. Pictures here and if you know any more details or data please let me know.