One canvas (Hülsensack alte Art) and one rubber (Hülsensack neue Art) empty case catchers for MG15. Both have blued metal flange/latch that attaches to gun ejection port. Tan canvas bag is held open by a large internal circular spring, coin purse style closure at bottom opens to empty spent brass, stitched leather reinforcements where canvas attaches to metal fittings. Metal flange has "HK" in circle and "HS" in circle followed by an eagle/2 Luftwaffe acceptance mark. "Rubber Football" new model case container attached to other example has zipper on bottom with leather lanyard to release fired shells. Metal catcher is marked "FL45717" next to "baa/41" in a circle and "BA/4202" in an octagon. SIZE: PROVENANCE: Collection of Dr. Geoffrey Sturgess. CONDITION: Fine, both metal catchers retain 98% orig finish with some minor scratches and corrosion. Gray rubber on "Football" is excellent with little wear, leather lanyard on zipper is worn and cracked. Canvas on old model catcher is stained from internal spring, leather has normal wear with orig color and stitching. Coin purse closure has patina with minor wear. 43475-1081 BWS (2,000-3,000)