The Close Combat Badge was
established in 1942 in order to recognize the bravery of the German soldier in
hand-to-hand combat. It was instituted
in three classes: gold, silver and bronze.
This is a fully-functional
die-cast replica of the silver version of the badge which is appropriate for wear by German veterans
and Wehrmacht reenactors. It complies with the laws of the
Please note that the mounting
pin is wide like the original medals so it must be mounted through loops sewn
to the tunic.
You will be pleased with the high quality of the badge. The detail is excellent and you will not be disappointed!