An original late war WW2 German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Steinhauer & Lück, constructed in zink complete with crimped steel backing plate magnetic.
An original late war WW2 German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Steinhauer & Lück, constructed in zink complete with crimped steel backing plate magnetic.
A close up image of a late war WW2 German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Steinhauer & Lück, constructed in zink complete with crimped steel backing plate magnetic.
Reverse image of an original late war WW2 German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Steinhauer & Lück, constructed in zink complete with crimped steel backing plate magnetic.
A close up image of an original late war WW2 German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Steinhauer & Lück, catch.
An original late war WW2 German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Steinhauer & Lück, constructed in zink complete with crimped steel backing plate magnetic.
A close image of a Steinhauer & Lück close combat clasp catch.

Close Combat Clasp in Bronze By Steinhauer & Lück, Lüdenscheid

An original late war WW2 German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Steinhauer & Lück, constructed in zink complete with crimped steel backing plate magnetic. The reverse of  close combat clasp is unmarked but attributed to Steinhauer & Lück, Lüdenscheid with a fluted pin, and round base plate catch and rectangular crimped hinge. The base plate is crimped to the clasp with a bright and crisp finish. This close combat clasp in bronze is a textbook example with no damage or repairs with and retains its bronze colour wash in mint condition.

 

 

 

 

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Close Combat Clasp In Bronze

The German Close Combat Clasp in Bronze was a military decoration awarded to members of the Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS who had distinguished themselves in close combat against the enemy. The clasp was instituted on January 4, 1945 by Adolf Hitler, with a similar clasp also being instituted for those who fought in close combat against Soviet partisans.

The clasp was designed by Ernst Peekhaus, who was an officer in the Waffen-SS. It is made of bronze and depicts an eagle perched atop a swastika. The award is worn on the lower left sleeve of the uniform or tunic, above any other awards or decorations that may have been received.

The award could be given for individual acts of bravery during hand-to-hand fighting as well as for participating in massed assaults during which officers and non-commissioned officers showed personal courage and determination.

 

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