with the latter two featuring integral loops connecting to dual multi-link chains which meet a functional spring clip
yellow and brown embroidered American Legion insignia
a synthetic protective tab stitched in place behind the clip
Long pouch stitched to the body of the cover on the front
situated above a black ink maker’s mark of “SCHMID & MENNER” for the prolific Konstanz-based headgear manufacturer
Germany, Luftwaffe. An Officer’s Sword, Unit-Attributed, by David Malsch consisting of a blue enamelled Romanian Cross with clusters of nine gilt rays in eac with the latter two featuring(Luftwaffe Schwert fr Offiziere). A Luftwaffe Officers sword, measuring 92. 5 cm in total length when inserted into the scabbard. It features a 72 cm long, nickel plated, magnetic steel blade which retains factory original sharpening to both the edges and tip, and with fuller running approximately one third of the length of each side. The reverse of the blade bears a stamped unit dedication of III FL. 154, possibly indicating issue to Kampfgeschwader