Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 with Tapered Pinback in Case - EKI - Unmarked U.S. Field Gear In 1940 the company changed

In 1940 the company changed its name to 'Failsworth Hats Ltd'

In it's original form

silver wash on eagle is mostly present but missing on most of the badge itself which is very common

SS Gas Protection NCO Specialist Sleeve Badge

He was posted to the 2nd Reserve Battery and commissioned as a Lieutenant on 20 August 1917

Original German WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939 with Tapered Pinback in Case - EKI - Unmarked U.S. Field Gear In 1940 the company changedOriginal Items: Only One Available. This is a lovely "frosty" cased example of a WWII Iron Cross First Class 1939, with a Magnetic core, flat design, and tapered alloy pin attachment. It is not maker marked, but that was not uncommon for these awards. Close examination may be able to determine the maker, as the major makers had their own distinctive styles. The medal is in very good condition, with the silver retained quite well, showing a lovely