Map case set (Kradmelder)

Map case set (Kradmelder) is paper equipment used in the field primarily by German motorcyclists, messengers, and junior officers of the Wehrmacht. In an environment of rapid movements and dynamic operations at the front, the map case served as a mobile office for the soldier. This set fills the void in a leather case with authentic replicas of pads and documents essential for delivering orders, plotting situations, or writing messages directly on the front line.

Every single item in the set, from the Stennograme block to the 1941 pocket calendar, reflects the capabilities of note-taking and reporting.. The specific Schlüsselblock served as a practical aid when working with maps; it contains transparent tracing paper that allowed plotting positions directly over the map without damaging it. The set is completed by movement order tickets (Fahrbefehl), which authorized vehicle movement, a faithful copy of a military driver's license, and a detailed map of the Minsk area.

For reenacting, this is an invaluable accessory where correct typography and period paper weight make the difference between a simple costume and a historically accurate portrayal.