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The slightly curved shoulder strap is constructed out of a thick webbed stitched khaki/olive canvas construction, with two dual-ply straps that each have 15 reenforced loops. The reverse is faintly maker marked in black ink along with “7 38 Raddle”. There are two aluminum round wire hooks in the loops. It measures 41 inches long. ... See More

A Bajonett fur K98 by F.W. Holler of Solingen 1937. The K98 Bayonet was designed for the German Wehrmacht standard service Karabiner 98 kurz (7.92x57mm Mauser cartridge) bolt-action rifle - 1935. The single edged, single fullered, blued blade on this one look great! The fit is perfect. It is maker marked and dated to the spine. The blade rates a solid ... Read and See More

HitlerJunge Kampfbinde. Introduced in 1933, this pattern armband was worn on the upper left sleeve of most all Hitler Youth uniforms as the identifying organizational insignia. It is constructed out of a multi-piece died cotton base that has been machine embroidered and stitched together. The obverse features a separately applied and centrally placed HJ emblem, which consists of a white diamond ... Read and See More

Quantity over quality. Many are marked. ... See More

Wehrmacht-Heer Jäger Kragenspiegel für Offiziere. They are constructed out of a lacquered tan buckram base that is covered in a glued-on wool with hand embroidered rolled and twisted silver/aluminum flatwire threads and is Waffenfarbe branch colored to the center with twisted light green rayon thread. The reverse shows the lacquered buckram base, to the center, that is ... Read and See More

Excellent reference by John Angolia. 1996 ... See More

The helmet retains a good portion of its original feldgrau factory paint. As we so often see there are some fine dots of paint from the Vet's garage were I liberated it last week! The interior left side apron is stamped with the faint, manufacturers code and size, "Si66", indicating manufacture by Eisenhuette Silesia, Paruschowitz Oberschlesien size 66. Just above that ... Read and See More

United States - Office of the Secretary of Defense Identification Badge by Vanguard Industries. Instituted in 1949, renamed three times, and issued to members of the United States armed forces who are permanently assigned to the Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD) and its subordinate offices, and in addition, to some of the Defense Agencies and Department of Defense Field ... Read and See More

A Textbook Model 1935 - Wehrmacht Heer Dolch by WKC (Weyersberg, Kirschbaum & Cie.) of Solingen. The blade on this one is excellent! The acid etched Knights Head “WKC Solingen” maker mark is dark crisp and beautifully executed! The crossgrain is easily visible as you turn it in the light, all the way from the hilt to the tip! The fit is ... Read and See More

This is a used US Army Air Force USAAF USAF Pilot Wings Aviation Badge. This is a 3" pin, to be worn on the uniform blouse or outer jacket. Marked: Sterling. Complete with two pin backs. ... See More

A two-piece helmet, comprised of a liner and a Manganese shell. The shell retains approximately most of its rough-textured olive drab paint. Original chinstrap. The high pressure plastic liner has a dark brown and tan vertical stripe design visible to its interior surface, resulting from its segmented construction, but has been painted in rough-textured olive drab to its exterior, which ... Read and See More

A Model 1934 - Sturmabteilung Ehrendolch mit Widmung by Ed. Wüsthof of Solingen. Ernst Röhm Honour Daggers were granted to members of the SS and SA who either had interrupted service since December 31, 1931, or those who transferred from the Hitler Youth prior to that time. After the Night of the Long Knives, Röhm was declared a “traitor” and ... Read and See More

Hosenträger. These Y-Strap shaped suspenders are constructed out of two pieces of light blue (exterior) / white (interior) high density elastic band, that have two adjustable metal clips, two front end wire loops and three decorated brown tanned leather ends that are all stitched in place. The back leather end is maker marked, in black ink: “Vertrayensrat der Firma Carl ... Read and See More

Bandage diary with some writing, wallet and matches. ... See More

Heer size 2 gas mask with 28cm canister. All straps are intact as spare lenses to the top. The can shows period wear with both long & short straps intact. The small cap is missing from the filter. ... See More

A Bajonett fur K98 by Rich. A. Herder of Solingen 1940. The K98 Bayonet was designed for the German Wehrmacht standard service Karabiner 98 kurz (7.92x57mm Mauser cartridge) bolt-action rifle - 1935. The single edged, single fullered, blued blade on this one look great! The fit is perfect. It is maker marked and dated to the spine. The blade rates a solid ... Read and See More

United Sates, Vietnam Era – Joint Chiefs of Staff Identification Badge by N.S. Meyer of New York. Instituted in February 1963, The Office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Identification Badge is a military badge presented to the members of the Joint Chiefs of Staff upon appointment to position as either a Service Head, Vice Chairman, or Chairman of the Joint ... Read and See More

Aluminum Type 2B - Flugzeugführer und Beobachterabzeichen by Assmann & Sohne of Lüdenscheid. The Pilot / Observer badge was to be awarded to personnel who qualified as both a pilot and observer. It is a two piece die struck aluminum based construction that has been silver washed and gold gilded. Here we have a Luftwaffe Aluminum Pilot Observer Badge by ... Read and See More

Field-grey wool/rayon blend construction field blouse features a vertical, five button front closure with a single metal hook and eye positioned at the neckline. The field blouse has four, pleated patch, front pockets with scalloped button down flaps. The field blouse has four sets of three, vertically aligned, stitched eyelets with one set situated at either side of the ... Read and See More

A Bajonett fur K98 by S/185 (Elite Diamant) 1935. The K98 Bayonet was designed for the German Wehrmacht standard service Karabiner 98 kurz (7.92x57mm Mauser cartridge) bolt-action rifle - 1935. The single edged, single fullered, blued blade on this one look great! The fit is perfect. It is S coded and serialized. The blade rates a solid NM. It shows the commonly ... Read and See More

A Silber Panzerkampfabzeichen by Hermann Aurich of Dresden. Instituted December 20, 1939, the Panzer Assault Badge was awarded to those who had either; taken part in three armored assaults in three different days, had been wounded in the course of an assault or who had earned a bravery decoration in the course of an assault. The silver class was presented to tank ... Read and See More

Kragenpatten. Introduced November 26, 1938, for wear by all branches of service. Machine woven collar tabs feature light field-grey ribbed litzen with blue/green branch of service and center stripes. The tabs are stitched to a forest green wool backing and reverse lacquered buckram base. They each measure 1 3/16 inches wide by 3 inches tall. ... See More

Injection molded black bakelite. Alloy black painted lid. Marked “cxn”. The compass will swivel. Measures up to 5cm. Large white painted “A” to top lid. Black cotton string attached. ... See More

Volume I, Allgemeine-SS 1923-1945. Vol III SS-Verfugungstruppe 1933-1939. Vol VI Waffen SS Clothing and Equipment 1939-1945. ... See More

Nice stamped sheet steel construction M18 helmet. It retains about 90% of its smooth, parade green, transitional paint with normal scuffs and scrapes. The left side of the helmet has an nice decal which is retained about 90% with some honest surface scrapes. The right decal has lots of wear and retained at about 50%. The helmet has all three liner retaining rivets ... Read and See More

A 3/4 size Alcoso M1937 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger (Fliegerdolch). Unmarked nickel-plated blade suffers plating loss to the tip. Pommel and crossguard are nickel plated and burnished. Wire-wrapped dark orange-coloured trylon grip is flawless. The scabbard has nickel finish. Length 10.25". How do I know it's an Alcoso?? ... See More

Rare - Kriegsmarine Koppeltraggestell Y-Straps by Heinrich Sattel of München 1939. Constructed out of brown and black tanned leather stitched to all aluminum hardware. The leather is all marked with the KM eagle above “M” the back strap is also maker marked and dated: “Heinrich Sattel München 1939” within an oval border. The aluminum fittings are maker marked: “GA”. A ... Read and See More

Imperial Army EM Sholder Straps M1915. Constructed out of stitched together forest green and field-gray wool with a cotton brown interior. They each measure 4 1/4 inches long by 1 7/8 inches wide. ... See More

Die Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 1. Oktober 1938. Instituted October 1, 1938, the Sudetenland medal was awarded to recognize the services of those who participated in the “reunification of the Sudeten German areas” within the German Reich and the occupation of Czechoslovakia in March 1939. It is constructed out of a die struck tombak base that has been bronze washed. The round shaped obverse ... Read and See More

An Ortsgruppe Politisches Leiter Anwärter Ärmelbinde (c.1939-1945). It is constructed out of a multi-piece rayon, cotton and wool base. The rectangular shaped obverse features a dual piece stitched on swastika to a centrally placed white roundel that is stitched to a red wool backing, both the top and bottom edged lined in light blue (hellblau - ortsgruppe) Rayon. ... Read and See More

Factory Error, Reverse Motto - Model 1934 - Reichsarbeitsdiens Haumesser für Mannschaften und Unterführer. This one is unmarked, likely came out of a uniform store. The acid etched “Arbeit adelt” motto is clearly visible. The fit is perfect, and so is the tip. It shows the typical surface scratches and scuffs and some age towards the tip. The steel ... Read and See More

A fine example of an Imperial Prussian Army Belt Buckle! The buckle is constructed out of a die struck, steel base that has been green painted. The obverse depicts the Imperial king's crown which is then encircled by detailed lines and enclosed by two twisted ropes. The crown is above a laurel leaf and berry wreath and below the Army ... Read and See More

Heer Unteroffizer Infanterie Schulterklappen – Slip-on type. Constructed out of stitched together forest green wool, field-gray wool and brown cotton with obverse silvered tress and white piping to the edges. Minor mothing. They each measure 4 1/4 inches long by 1 7/8 inches wide. ... See More

Nice stamped sheet steel construction M18 helmet. It retains about 85% of its smooth, parade green, transitional paint with normal skuffs and scrapes. The left side of the helmet has an nice decal which is retained about 99% with some honest surface crazing. The helmet has all three liner retaining rivets and both ventilation lugs intact. The interior of the helmet has ... Read and See More

A Wehrmacht Bajonett für K98 by Paul Weyersberg of Solingen 1940. The K98 Bayonet was designed for the German Wehrmacht standard service Karabiner 98 kurz (7.92x57mm Mauser cartridge) bolt-action rifle - 1935. The single edged, single fullered, blued blade on this one look great. The blued panels continue to have a nice and dark finish. The fit is perfect. It is ... Read and See More

A Medaille Winterschlacht im Osten 1941/42 by Werner Redo. The Eastern Front Medal was awarded to individuals who served on the German Eastern Front during November 15, 1941 to April 15, 1942. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc-alloy base that has been silver washed, blackened and lacquered. The round shaped obverse depicts the early national closed winged eagle clutching a stagnant swastika ... Read and See More

Here we have an NS-RKB Veterans Breast Eagle. It is constructed out of an injection molded aluminum-alloy base that has been silver washed and contains black enamel work, (showing some wear). The obverse depicts a Veterans eagle, clutching a wreathed swastika within its talons, with two crossed broad swords and a centrally placed Iron cross on its chest. The hollow ... Read and See More

An early Model 1933 Sturmabteilung Dienstdolch by C.F. Kaiser & Co. of Solingen. This one rates 9 out of 10 for rarity on McSaar's SA rarity rating. The blade on this one looks good! The blade has some age a gray. The fit remains nice and tight and the tip comes to a perfect point! This blade rates a Exc. It shows some ... Read and See More

You've got to love these quality made Gosch flags! This is a double sided printed red, white and black NSDAP flag. To the hoist end of the flag is a stitched on white reinforcing edge that has a lanyard running through the length of it, for easy mounting and dismounting. The white reinforcing edge has black ink stamped markings. There ... Read and See More

RZM Tagged - Sturmabteilung Fahrzeug Dienstwimpel. These identification pennants were flown from the right front fender of the vehicle when an Officer was uniformed and in the vehicle. This triangular shaped pennant is constructed out of a died cotton that has been stitched together. The obverse features a black machine embroidered SA emblem on a white cotton roundel that has ... Read and See More

A Treudienst-Ehrenzeichen 2. Stufe für 25 Jahre 1938. Instituted January 30, 1938, the 25 Year Faithful Service Cross was awarded to all officials, employees, and laborers at any level of the public service (local, regional or national) who completed 25 years of service. It is constructed out of a die struck nickel-silver base that has been silver washed and contains black enamel work. The obverse features ... Read and See More

A Bajonett fur K98 by Coppel G.m.b.H. of Solingen 1938. The K98 Bayonet was designed for the German Wehrmacht standard service Karabiner 98 kurz (7.92x57mm Mauser cartridge) bolt-action rifle - 1936. The single edged, single fullered, blued blade on this one look great! The fit is perfect. It is maker marked, serialized and dated to the spine. The blade ... Read and See More

Nice stamped sheet steel construction M18 helmet with good paint. It retains about 95% of its hand painted blue paint. There are no dents. The left side of the helmet has a worn 2nd pattern decal which is retained about 90% with some honest wear. The right has a tri-shield retained at 80%. The helmet has all three liner retaining rivets and both ... Read and See More

A Nationalsozialistische Parteiabzeichen by RZM M1/25 (Rudolf Reiling, Pforzheim). These were available for private purchase / given (HJ/BDM) to individuals after they had joined the NSDAP. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc base that has been silver washed and contains red, white and black enamel paint work. The round shaped obverse depicts a black mobile swastika on ... Read and See More

M36 Type II - Schutzstaffel Kettendolch für Offiziere. The blade on this one has been cleaned hard lightening the motto and causing the blade to be a bit shiny. The acid etched “Meine Ehre heißt Treue” motto is correctly executed! The tip comes to a perfect point and it continues to hold a nice and tight fit! There ... Read and See More

A Metall Brustadler für das Heer Sommerjackett by J.C. Maedicke of Berlin. It is constructed out of a die struck aluminum alloy / cupal base that has been silver washed. The obverse features a national eagle with outstretched wings clutching a wreathed swastika within its talons. The full back reverse features a centrally place “M” (within a diamond) maker ... Read and See More

A nice Wehrmacht Koppelschloß by Noell & Hueck of Lüdenscheid. 1940 pattern, field-grey painted, stamped steel construction, combat box buckle features a smooth outer field with a high relief, embossed Wehrmacht eagle with down swept wings to the slightly domed center, encompassed by an oak-leaf cluster to the bottom and script, "Gott Mit Uns", (God With Us), to the top. The ... Read and See More

Matching Kapitanleutnant boards. Pass through style shoulder boards in silver/aluminum Russian braid with two, silver washed, stamped alloy Admin. rank pips mounted on a blue wool bases. ... See More

Price Guide: Orders and Decorations Germany, 1871-1945 (Bewertungs-Katalog: Orden und Ehrenzeichen Deutschland; Second Edition) Hardcover. Niemann, Detlev. 2004. After four years of concentrated work, the second edition of this Price Guide is now in print. This second edition has more than double the number of photos, and the new larger format has resulted in a vast improvement in the quality of ... Read and See More

An Early Model 1937 - Dolch für Offiziere des Wasserzoll-Beamte by E.&F. Hörster Co. Solingen. Textbook water customs purchased from Vet by me. The blade on this piece is a gorgeous example. It features wonderful crossgrain all the way from the hilt to the tip. The acid etched “E.&F. Hörster Solingen” maker mark is dark crisp ... Read and See More

RAD Clothing Whip. This would have been used by RAD members when dusting down blankets, tunics etc.. The whip is made out of a main 1ft lathed light wood lacquered handle with a tanned brown leather strap securing five 16 inch long leather stings, with four nails. There is a hole to the base, a hand etched: “AD” to towards the ... Read and See More

Kriegs-verdienstkreuz 2. Klasse mit Schwertern in Verleihungstüte by Deschler & Sohn of München. Instituted October 18, 1939, the 2nd Class War Merit Cross with Swords was awarded to soldiers for exceptional service in battle above and beyond the call of duty. It is constructed out of a die struck zinc base that has been bronze washed and finished in a lacquered coating. ... Read and See More

Model 1938 - Technische Nothilfe (TeNo) Hauer für Mannschaften und Unterführer by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. The fullered matte finished blade on this one looks good and has never been cleaned, I know as I just bought it from the Vet's family! The Teno Eagle emblem, “Ges. Gesch.” and seated squirrel holding a broad sword “Original Eickhorn Solingen” maker ... Read and See More

Nice quality, hand embroidered national eagle in bright, silver/aluminum wire and bullion threads with navy blue accent threads on a cut-out, deep, navy blue wool base. Removed from a cap. 1935 pattern, hand embroidered oak-leave wreath in bright silver/aluminum bullion and wire threads on a cut-out, navy blue wool base with an internal padding. The wreath encompasses a hand ... Read and See More

A Kreigsmarine Feldbinde für Marinebeamte, introduced in 1934. The buckle is constructed out of a FLL marked die struck aluminum that has been silver washed with polished highlights. The belt is a silver flatwire/bullion and grey rayon ribbed construction with the navy blue wool backing removed. The buckle has two slides and two keepers. The buckle measures 60mm in ... Read and See More

Hoheitszeichen am Kraftwagen für die Übrigen Angehörigen der Luftwaffe. It is constructed out of sheet metal with a lacquered blue-grey cotton covering with a white and blue-grey cotton machine embroidered Luftwaffe eagle insignia. The triangular shaped obverse features a 2nd pattern Luftwaffe eagle with outstretched wings clutching a mobile swastika in one of its talons on a blue-grey ... Read and See More

Red Cross DRK Helper Active Service Brooch! Female DRK personnel were issued an active service brooch to be worn as a duty badge. It is constructed out of a die struck tombak base that has been silver washed and contains red, black and white enamel work. The round shaped obverse depicts a centrally placed red cross on a white circular ... Read and See More

This is a very nice WWII German flag, issued for the National Socialist League of the Reich for Physical Exercise (Nationalsozialistischer Reichsbund für Leibesübungen - NSRL). The flag is made of dyed wool fabric, with red field and a large white vertical stripe which contains the NSRL logo inside a large white circle. The logo is a rectangular ... Read and See More

Nationalsozialistisches Kraftfahrkorps Fahrzeug Dienst Wimpel. It is constructed out of multiple pieces of stitched cotton and blackened leather. The triangular shaped obverse features a machine embroidered brown NSKK eagle, with out-stretched wings clutching a wreathed swastika within its talons, below a bannered “NSKK” and above a white and black bordered roundel. The eagle insignia lies on a triangular red cotton ... Read and See More

Die Medaille zur Erinnerung an den 1. Oktober 1938. Instituted October 1, 1938, the Sudetenland medal was awarded to recognize the services of those who participated in the “reunification of the Sudeten German areas” within the German Reich and the occupation of Czechoslovakia in March 1939. It is constructed out of a die struck tombak base that has been bronze washed. The round shaped obverse ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen in Schwarz (2. Form) 1939 by EH 126 - Eduard Hann of Oberstein. Instituted September 1, 1939, the black wound badge was awarded to those who were wounded once or twice by hostile action (including air raids), or frostbitten in the line of duty. It is constructed out of a die stamped steel base that has been black enamel painted and lacquered. The ... Read and See More

Early, Brass Core - Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse by Rudolf Wächtler & Lange of Mittweida. Instituted September 1, 1939, the 1st Class Iron Cross was awarded to those who had received the 2nd class iron cross and preformed 3-5 acts of bravery in the face of the enemy, or actions that were clearly above and beyond the call of duty. It is a ... Read and See More

M38 - 2.Modell Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB) Dolch für Führer. The blade on this one is very nice! The acid etched “Paul Weyersberg Solingen” maker mark is dark, crisp and beautifully executed. The crossgrain is nice as you turn it in the sun being visible all the way from the hilt to tip. The tip is slightly repointed and does ... Read and See More

Reichs Arbeids Dienst Pennant. Very nice displayable size 40" x 28" with “RAD” insignia printed. The hoist end is sealed. There is some soil and small holes. perfect for display. ... See More

Kriegsmarine Coastal Artillery Koppelschloß by Rodo. It is constructed of a single piece of die struck steel that has been black painted. The obverse roundel depicts a closed winged eagle griping a mobile swastika in its talons on a rough round background. The eagle is above a half oak leaf and acorn wreath that is tied together at the bottom ... Read and See More

Deutsche Volkspflege Dolchgehänge für Führer. The buckles, back connector and bands are all constructed out of an injection molded aluminum-alloy (leichtmetall) base that has been silver washed. They all have a hint of detail with a decorative random pebbled design throughout. The two bottom clips are zinc based and silver washed. The gromets are steel based and ... Read and See More

The perfect center-piece for your collection. This has been cleaned at some point but the patina is retained to the crevices highlighting the high areas. Big bird measuring 27 3/8" wide. There are 4 studs that have been cut off so this sits flat. No cracks of damage. Pls note this requires special packing and we know how to do it right!! ... See More

Ultra RARE - Earliest era Model 1933 Hitlerjugend Fahrtenmesser by G. Felix Gloriawerk of Solingen. This is the only knife that I have seen in my lifetime with this exact style maker mark. Based on construction this piece can accurately be dated to 1933. The blade on this one has aged. The acid etched “Blut und Ehre!” motto remains only ... Read and See More

Very Rare - Band des Eisernen Kreuzes 2. Klass 1939, in Verleihunhstüte by Carl Koblauch Seidenbandfabrik Berlin. It is constructed out of a blue pressed paper base that has been folded and glued together. The blue rectangular shaped obverse reads in black printed Gothic style script: “Band des Eisernen Kreuzes 2. Klasse 1939”. The reverse flap reads, in black printed Gothic style script: “ ... Read and See More

A Verwundetenabzeichen in Silber (2. Form) by 30 - Hauptmunzamt of Wien. Introduced September 1, 1939, the wound badge in silver was awarded to those who were wounded three or four times by hostile action (including air raids), or frostbitten in the line of duty. It is constructed out of a die struck tombak base that has been silver washed, chemically burnished and lacquered. ... Read and See More

Here we have a 2 sided NSDAP Party Flag that measures approximately 61" X 62". It has 2 separately applied 28" white roundels with printed swas'. There is very very minor soil. The are no holes. A great example ... See More

A 1st Model Luftwaffe Fliegerdolch by SMF (Solinger Metallwarenfabrik Stoecker & Co.) of Solingen. The blade on this one looks great. The etched “SMF Solingen” maker mark is nicely executed. The plating on this gives it a mirror like finish. The fit remains nice and tight and the tip comes to a nice point! The blade rates an Exc++/NM It ... Read and See More

Heeres Verplegungs Sack. Very nice and Wehrmacht food supply bag with decorative Eagle and marked “H.Verplf.” Dated “1943” used for transport of food. Approx 48 x 24". ... See More

A Model 1934 - Reichsarbeitsdiens Hauer für Mannschaften und Unterführer by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. The matte finished blade on this one looks good. The acid etched “Arbeit adelt” motto and “RADJ Ges. Gesch. Carl Eickhorn Solingen” maker mark look great. The fit is perfect, and so is the tip. It rates Exc++. It shows scratches, age grey and ... Read and See More

Nationalflagge/Parteiflagge. Here we have a large NSDAP Party Flag that measures approximately 102" X 51". It is a red cotton with 2 separately applied white roundels and printed swas'. There is very very minor soil. The hoist end is folded over to receive a pole. A great example ... See More

Model 1935 Heer Dolch mit Portepee für Offiziere by Carl Eickhorn of Solingen. A textbook Army Dagger by Eickhorn! The bright uncleaned blade on this one is ,minty with plenty of crossgrain. It has no evidence it's been cleaned and in NM with just a couple dots of age. The etched "Original Eickhorn Solingen" maker mark is beautifully executed black. ... Read and See More

These are a must for the serious collector. This includes 8 volumes of Collecting the Edged Weapons of the Third Reich and Collecting the Edged Weapons of Imperial Germany. All 9 have their dust covers and are good reading copies. There may be margin notes, dedications and folded pgs or small tears. All bindings are secure. Further details of each edition can ... Read and See More

Reichsarbeitsdiens Dolchgehänge für Führer by Friedrich Linden of Lüdenscheid. The buckles, bands and clips are all constructed out of an injection molded aluminum-alloy (leichtmetall) base that has been silver washed. They all have a hint of detail with a decorative random pebbled design throughout. The top fitting is steel based and lacquered. It is maker marked “ ... Read and See More

Feuerwehrmann Koppelschloß. This is a Fireman’s Buckle from the west-central part of Germany, Hessen is a great example of a scarce buckle type. It is made of stamped steel, as was common for wartime buckles. It still retains nearly all of the original silver wash. The front of the buckle depicts the Hessen coat of arms on a pebbled ... Read and See More

Stag Grip – Extraseitengewehr by Robert Klaas of Solingen. The plated, etched, single edged, fullered, drop point, 9 5/8 inch long blade on this one looks great. The single frosted etching is beautiful displaying: “Zur Erinnerung an meine Dienstzeit”, above “Ges. Gesch.”, encased in laurels and berries (top and bottom) flanked by the first pattern Luftwaffe eagle (left) and an M35 style helmet ... Read and See More

An Allgemeines Sturmabzeichen by Unknown Maker #4 (1.21.7). Instituted June 1, 1940, the General Assault Badge was awarded to Army, Waffen-SS and Ordnungspolizei personnel who supported an infantry attack in three separate assaults but did not qualify for the Infantry or Panzer Assault Badge. It is constructed out of a die stamped zinc base that has been silver washed. The obverse depicts a closed ... Read and See More

German Empire, WWI – Eisernes Kreuz 1. Klasse 1914 by L/54 - Schauerte & Höhfeld of Lüdenscheid. Reinstituted August 5, 1914, by Emperor Wilhelm II, as the third endowment, the 1st Class Iron Cross was awarded to personnel who had received the 2nd Class Iron Cross and made significant sacrifice during the war. From March 16, 1915, the Iron Cross could also be awarded to members ... Read and See More

Vertically oval, navy blue wool base with a hand embroidered Wehrmacht pattern national eagle with down swept wings positioned above a canted swastika all in bright silver/aluminum wire and bullion threads. ... See More

Nationalflagge/Parteiflagge. Here we have a large NSDAP Party Flag that measures approximately 90" X 54". It is a red cotton with 2 separately applied 42" white roundels and printed swas'. Now as we often seen this was part of a large street banner that someone removed both ends making it more displayable. There is very very minor soil. A nice example. ... See More

An Army Teardrop Sword Hanger (Heer Schwerthäng). It is constructed out of leather and bullion that have been stitched with a steel clip, rectangular uniform attachment piece and an aluminum adjustment prong. The clip continues to work well. It measures 7 inches long by 1 3/4 inches wide. Very serviceable with minor wear. ... See More

Feuerwehrmann Koppelschloß. This Fireman’s Buckle from the North German city of Hamburg is a great example of a scarce buckle type. It is made of stamped steel, as was common for wartime buckles. It still retains nearly all of the original silver wash. The front of the buckle depicts the Hamburg coat of arms on a pebbled roundel. Slight ... Read and See More