Original Waffen SS EM/NCO's Belt Buckle By Overhoff & Cie With Original Leather Combat Belt- Presented is an original Waffen SS EM/NCO's Belt Buckle, emblematic of war-time production by the esteemed manufacturer Overhoff & Cie, a prominent supplier of SS belt buckles throughout the Third Reich era. This unmarked buckle, representative of typical war-time craftsmanship, features a smooth outer field housing a central motif of remarkable detail: an SS-style national eagle, its wings elegantly outstretched, grasping a laurel wreath enveloping a static swastika. Encircled by a circular twisted rope border adorned with the Gothic script motto, "Meine Ehre heißt Treue!" (My Honor is Loyalty!), this emblem exudes historical significance.
While approximately 0% of the original silver paint remains on the exterior, lending it a weathered appearance evocative of its combat history, an impressive 70% of the original paint adorns the back. The backside, mirroring the front, bears witness to wear marks from the combat belt, which have gently worn away some paint with some rust areas. Despite its battle-worn appearance, the details of this buckle remain crisp, accentuating its authenticity and historical resonance.
This belt has been period resized and the buckle tab has been resewn and moved back to fit a smaller waist. The belt hook still retains some gray-green paint and is marker marked and dated 1943 and the leather which is folded and sewn might have a faint RB Number. Leather is still supple. Used, but in very good condition.
Overall in very good condition, this Waffen SS belt & buckle stands as a tangible relic of a pivotal era in history, capturing the essence of craftsmanship and valor amidst the tumult of war.
