WWII GERMAN FORESTRY OFFICER BELT BUCKLE -
This is a WWII German Foerstry officer belt buckle. The Third reich created a series of organizations during
their rule. Most of the new and existing organizations had to display the swastika as part of their uniform.
Even the Forestry department was not exempt.
The body is of metal construction. Round shape with a bracket attached to each side. In this case only one
bracket is present. The perimeter of the buckle is covered by a wreath. An eagle over a swastika is placed
at the center. The body is pebbled.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German belt buckles. Multiple detailed
photos of specific samples are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined aspects that should be
noted when inspecting a Third reich belt buckle.
The belt buckles of the Third Reich came in a variety of designs. There were over 100
different types developed. Even the non-military belt buckles often displayed the
swastika as a means to show support of the Nazi party.
The high quality and intricate designs have made the German belt buckles of World
War Two a desirable military collectible. this information is brought to you courtesy of
MilitaryItems.com
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The back of the buckle shows that this is a two piece construction. The inner piece shows the dimples created
by the pebbling in front. No manufacturer or production markings are visible on the buckle itself. The number
115 is stamped on the bracket.
This belt buckle may currently be reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality
of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style
and materials employed in the manufacturing of this buckle. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the belt buckle.
If you have an interest is seeing other belt buckles of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Belt Buckles
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine), Air Force (Luftwaffe),
political and civilian buckles.
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