SS Items - Uniforms, Headgear, equipment and helmets (2024)

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    Necktie for Waffen SS and WehrmachtNecktie for Waffen SS and Wehrmacht

    Necktie for Waffen SS and Wehrmacht. Light cotton cloth made. Maker marked. Mint from a bunch of 10. Price is fro one.

    80.00€

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  • SS Haupsturmführer's collar with collar tabsSS Haupsturmführer's collar with collar tabs

    SS Haupsturmführer's collar with collar tabs. The collar is made of dark green wool with a dark green felt lining and for some reason was torn from the jacket; perhaps the jacket continued to be used in the post-war period and was altered. The length of the collar sewing on the jacket is 45 cm. The mid-war issue collar tabs are made of black moleskin in excellent condition, com...

    3,280.00€

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  • Sleeve shield of the Finnish Volunteers in the SS Wiking...Sleeve shield of the Finnish Volunteers in the SS Wiking division

    Sleeve shield of the Finnish Volunteers in the SS Wiking division. Finnisches Freiwilligen-Bataillon der Waffen-SS. Sleeve insignia of the third type made in Germany. The first two types were manufactured in Finland. The first is a coloured lion embroidered with yellow silk thread on a red background, as well as white flowers on the field of the shield. The second shield repeat...

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  • Wardrobe tags for gray trousers and black SS overcoat TK...Wardrobe tags for gray trousers and black SS overcoat TK Stanadrte 3

    Wardrobe tags for gray trousers and black SS overcoat, marked: Mantel Schwarz 5/3.SS-T.ST- 6 Hundertschaft Totenkopf-Standarte 3 "Thüringen" and Hoselang, grau KR/3.SS.T.St Kraftfahrkolonne Totenkopf- Standarte 3 "Thüringen". Price for the set of 2 tags.

    120.00€

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  • Wardrobe tag for black SS overcoat Totenkopf-Standarte 3Wardrobe tag for black SS overcoat Totenkopf-Standarte 3

    Wardrobe tag for black SS overcoat, marked: Mantel Schwarz 6/3.SS-T.ST- 6 Hundertschaft Totenkopf-Standarte 3 "Thüringen"

    70.00€

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  • Company wardrobe tag of the third standard of the SS...Company wardrobe tag of the third standard of the SS Totenkopf-Thuringia

    Company wardrobe tag of the third standard of the SS Totenkopf-Thuringia for a black overcoat, with markings: Mantel Schwarz 5/3.SS-T.ST- 5 Hundertschaft Totenkopf-Standarte 3 "Thüringen" fifth hundred/company TC standard number 3- "Thuringia"

    60.00€

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  • Set of 4 SS bucklesSet of 4 SS buckles

    Set of 4 SS buckles for good price. Read description for each buckle below. The buckles can be also sold separately. Ask for the price.1. Aluminum buckle SS 155/39 RZM Assmann. Excellent condition2. SS RZM 24 Buckle. Early buckle made of cupro-nickel. An extremely rare manufacturer, very difficult to find on the market. The buckle is battlefield found ...

    2,490.00€

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  • SS Items - Uniforms, Headgear, equipment and helmets (9)

    SS-Freiwilligen Bataillon Nordost Finnish volunteers sleeve...SS-Freiwilligen Bataillon Nordost Finnish volunteers sleeve shield

    Sleeve shield of the Finnish volunteers of the SS battalion "North-East" (SS-Freiwilligen Bataillon Nordost). Shield of the first type made in Finland. The first two types were manufactured in Finland. The first is a colored lion embroidered with yellow silk thread on a red background, as well as white flowers on the field of the shield. The second type shield repeated the desi...

    1,100.00€

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  • Reichsführerschulen der NSDAP Tyr-rune. SS- RZM St 531/36Reichsführerschulen der NSDAP Tyr-rune. SS- RZM St 531/36

    Reichsführerschulen der NSDAP Tyr-rune. SS- RZM St 531/36 labelled. Extreme rare. We have never seen live such kind of insignia. Uniform removed example.

    3,850.00€

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  • SS collar tab rank side. Worn, tunic removedSS collar tab rank side. Worn, tunic removed

    SS collar tab rank side. Worn, tunic removed

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  • SS Sleeve diamond for communication troopsSS Sleeve diamond for communication troops

    SS Ärmelraute "Signalblitz" für Mannschaften der Nachrichtentruppe. Sleeve diamond for communications units in SS, for enlisted personnel.

    200.00€

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  • RZM "822/38 SS" Waffen-SS Koppelschloss für MannschaftenRZM "822/38 SS" Waffen-SS Koppelschloss für Mannschaften

    RZM "822/38 SS" Waffen-SS Koppelschloss für Mannschaften. Buckle for lower ranks SS-VT, A-SS, SS-TV made of aluminum. Traces of strong front-line activity. Home storage and no evidence of oxidation.

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  • Original wedding gift box "Mein Kampf" for SS membersOriginal wedding gift box "Mein Kampf" for SS members

    Original wedding gift box "Mein Kampf" for SS members. "Mein Kampf", Hochzeitsausgabe, Holzkassette für SS-Männer. Traces of use.

    2,800.00€

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  • Shoulder straps of the Infantry Untersturmführer of the...Shoulder straps of the Infantry Untersturmführer of the 5th SS Wiking Regiment

    Shoulder straps of the Infantry Untersturmführer of the 5th SS Wiking Regiment. The shoulder straps come from the family of a Finnish SS veteran. It is likely that similar shoulder straps were standard for this unit during the initial period of the war. The majority of seen shoulder straps from Finnish veterans had a cypher 5 on them. In our example, there was a clear trace of ...

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  • 3rd Reich Award for SA- und SS Gau-Schi-Meisterschaft...3rd Reich Award for SA- und SS Gau-Schi-Meisterschaft Oberbayern, Tölz 1933

    3rd Reich Award "SA und SS Gau-Schi-Meisterschaft Oberbayern, Tölz 1933". Rare original die stamped steel.NB!This is a consignment item. Consignment item has an inspection period of 14 daysfollowing receipt of the item, andafter that, any return for is void. No reason is acceptable for returns of consignment items as we have given most of...

    1,200.00€1,300.00€

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  • Waffen-SS winter/ summer oak camo combat reversible parkaWaffen-SS winter/ summer oak camo combat reversible parka

    Waffen-SS winter/summer oak camo combat reversible parka. Summer oak leave camouflage, interior white winter camouflage. Lightfront-line wear, still in great shape and perfect for displaying on a mannequin, even the jacket is still wearable today. Minor damage from use and traces of minor fixes are present.Spring Oak Leaf reversible parka in the rare oak leaf sp...

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  • 9. SS-Panzerdivision "Hohenstaufen" Erkennungsmarke9. SS-Panzerdivision "Hohenstaufen" Erkennungsmarke

    Feldpostnummer (Field Post number) 20340 indicates SS-Panzergrenadier-Regiment 2 from SS-Panzergrenadier-Division Hohenstaufen.

    380.00€

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  • Double decal SS M35 steel helmet Q66Double decal SS M35 steel helmet Q66

    Double decal SS M35 steel helmet. The helmet was found in one of the old yards in the Moscow region in the 80's. The leather part of the liner has been re-stitched by the previous owner. The paint has some scratches and the decals have scratches too. Marking inside on the back apron 3477, manufacturer Qwist, helmet size and marking Q66. Sell as is.

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  • Waffen-SS-Überfallhose armored crew trousersWaffen-SS-Überfallhose armored crew trousers

    Waffen-SS-Überfallhose armored crew trousers. Black tank trousers in the typical cut of Waffen-SS tank trousers: angled pocket flaps with two buttons on each flap, 1 rear pocket on the right side, with black bakelite buttons. The inside lining is made of linen. There is a size marking, but it is difficult to read due to wear and wash, the visible numbers 84 and 100 should corre...

    5,500.00€

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  • Shoulder straps of the Waffen-SS motor transport serviceShoulder straps of the Waffen-SS motor transport service

    Shoulder straps of the Waffen-SS motor transport service

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  • Waffen-SS eagle, BeVo type, foreign madeWaffen-SS eagle, BeVo type, foreign made

    Waffen-SS sleeve eagle, BeVo type, foreign made example, mint.

    350.00€

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  • SS Dienstgrad Litze. White/black silver/nickel braid 4.5 mmSS Dienstgrad Litze. White/black silver/nickel braid 4.5 mm

    SS Dienstgrad Litze. White/black silver/nickel braid 4.5 mm for SS collar tabs, indicating rank. Price for 7 cm. Also fit to SA Gruppe Berlin-Brandenburg

    55.00€

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  • Waffen-SS rank insignia 4,5 mm for collar tabsWaffen-SS rank insignia 4,5 mm for collar tabs

    SS Dienstgrad Litze. 4.5 mm white aluminum braid with black for the left collar tab of Waffen-SS personnel. Price for a piece of 7 cm. We have it in qnt.

    55.00€

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  • Panzerkampfabzeichen in silver "25" CE JunckerPanzerkampfabzeichen in silver "25" CE Juncker

    25 tank assault badge in silver. CE Juncker. Traces and minor losses from corrosion on the wreath, the badge was most likely dug up 20–30 years ago

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  • Waffen-SS artilleryman's shoulder strapsWaffen-SS artilleryman's shoulder straps

    Waffen-SS artilleryman's shoulder straps. Excellent condition. Textbook version

    450.00€

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  • Chin strap for a visor hat for lower ranks of the Waffen-SSChin strap for a visor hat for lower ranks of the Waffen-SS

    Chin strap for a visor hat for lower ranks of the Waffen-SS. The strap is made of Pressstoff/ artificial leather

    350.00€

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  • Winter camouflage coat. Wehrmacht and the Waffen-SSWinter camouflage coat. Wehrmacht and the Waffen-SS

    Winter camouflage coat. Wehrmacht and the Waffen-SS. Unlike the simplified examples we have seen, which are also quite rare, this version is made with a high quality of detail and is also made of fairly thick cotton fabric, obviously not for one-time use. The details of the camouflage suit are made using various German industrial technologies, with a lot of loops, various hooks...

    2,200.00€

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  • Collar tabs or breast runes SS officer insignia templatesCollar tabs or breast runes SS officer insignia templates

    Cardboard stencil for embroidering SS officer insignia. Collar tabs or breast runes. We have them in quantity. Price is for 1 pcs.

    60.00€

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  • Be Vo cuff title for 23.SS-Freiw.-Panzer-Gren.Div....Be Vo cuff title for 23.SS-Freiw.-Panzer-Gren.Div. "Nederland"

    BeVo cuff title for 23.SS-Freiw.-Panzer-Gren.Div. "Nederland". Length 42 cm, without traces of use and sewing

    1,300.00€

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  • SS Division Horst Wessel BeVo like cuff titleSS Division Horst Wessel BeVo like cuff title

    Division Horst Wessel BeVo like cufftitle. 18. SS-Freiwilligen-Panzergrenadier-Division "Horst Wessel". Total length 47 cm, without traces of use and sewing

    1,580.00€

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  • Waffen SS. Left-facing cardboard stencil for embroidering...Waffen SS. Left-facing cardboard stencil for embroidering Totenkopf collar tabs

    Left-facing cardboard stencil for embroidering SS Totenkopf collar tabs. Bone jaw joint trimmed for ease of embroidery. WE have few pcs in stock. Price is for 1

    55.00€

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  • Cardboard template for embroidery of the SS sleeve eagleCardboard template for embroidery of the SS sleeve eagle

    Cardboard template for embroidery of the SS sleeve eagle. Original. One of the few pieces we received in an original envelope from one of the former workshops that during the war produced insignia for the Third Reich. Envelope is not for sale. We have few pcs in stock. 85 mm x 37 mm. Price is for one.

    70.00€

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  • Cardboard templates for embroidery of SS runesCardboard templates for embroidery of SS runes

    Cardboard templates for embroidery of SS runes. Original. We have few sets in stock. Price is for one set of 2 pcs.

    60.00€

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  • SS-TV Totenkopf Collar tab embroidery template - UnterlageSS-TV Totenkopf Collar tab embroidery template - Unterlage

    SS-TV Totenkopf Collar tab embroidery template - Unterlage. We have few pcs. in stock. Price is for one

    80.00€

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  • Erkennungsmarke 16./Ers.u.Ausb.Rgt/ H.GErkennungsmarke 16./Ers.u.Ausb.Rgt/ H.G

    16./Ers.u.Ausb.Rgt/ H.G. Personal identification mark of the 16th separate training company of the regiment Hermann GoeringNB! This is a consignment item. Consignment item has an inspection period of 14 daysfollowing receipt of the item, andafter that, any return for is void. No reason is acceptable for returns of consignment items as we have given m...

    250.00€

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  • The rarest Führer der Kraftfahrtechnische Lehranstalt der...The rarest Führer der Kraftfahrtechnische Lehranstalt der Waffen-SS shoulder boards from the John R. Angolia

    The rarest Führer der Kraftfahrtechnische Lehranstalt der Waffen-SS shoulder boards from the famouscollection of John R. Angolia. They are published in his book: John R. Angolia, Cloth Insignia of the SS, page 414. They were bought from John approx 40 years ago, and currently, we sell them from one of the largest collections of the SS. Red piped, as opposed to what ...

    1,200.00€1,600.00€

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  • Kepi for Waffen-SS mountain troops and SDKepi for Waffen-SS mountain troops and SD

    Kepi for Waffen-SS mountain units. A variant with a buckle in the front, photographically evidenced, is being used mainly by SS-SD personnel. It is extremely rare, and we saw this type of Feldmütze only once in our collector's life. Excellent condition, only the front sweatband part is missing due to being used. All insignia is original to the hat. Size 60NB! This is ...

    5,100.00€6,100.00€

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  • 57th Allgemeine SS Standarte Shooting Championship...57th Allgemeine SS Standarte Shooting Championship participants in Thüringen

    57th Allgemeine SS Standarte Shooting Championship participants in Thüringen Badge. 3rd reich period Abzeichen SS-Sportschieß-Wettbewerb der 57. SS-Standarte in Schmalkalden Thüringen, brass in silver finish, marked by Carl Peter, Schmalkalden. Very good condition.

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  • Shoulder straps, Waffen-SS model 1944. Armored...Shoulder straps, Waffen-SS model 1944. Armored reconnaissance

    Shoulder straps, Waffen-SS model 1944. Armored reconnaissance. The piping is a bright yellow color, which is extremely rare for late-war straps. Mint condition.

    650.00€

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  • Cuff title BeVo- SS-Gebirgsjäger Regiment 11 "Reinhard...Cuff title BeVo- SS-Gebirgsjäger Regiment 11 "Reinhard Heydrich"

    Cuff title BeVo- SS-Gebirgsjäger Regiment 11 "Reinhard Heydrich" from the 6th mountain division NORD. Cuff title without traces of use, full length. Has damage due to age or poor workmanship. Postwar repaired: damaged areas were reinforced to avoid further damage - check photos in the gallery.NB! This is a consignment item. Consignment item has an in...

    1,220.00€

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  • Waffen SS Cuff title - Regiment Westland BeVo. MintWaffen SS Cuff title - Regiment Westland BeVo. Mint

    Waffen-SS Cuff title - Regiment Westland BeVo. Mint condition. Full length.

    2,500.00€

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  • Album of the Führer's personal bodyguard from the LAH...Album of the Führer's personal bodyguard from the LAH Führeschutz Kommando

    Album of the Führer's personal bodyguard from the Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler (Führeschutz Kommando). The album has been running since the soldier entered the unit on September 10, 1936. All photos are in chronological order. The photographs show Adolf Hitler, Heinrich Himmler, Mussolini, company commander Kurt Mayer (in the future commander of the 12th SS division of the ...

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  • Sleeve patch of a Finnish volunteer in the Waffen-SS,...Sleeve patch of a Finnish volunteer in the Waffen-SS, Dachau made

    Sleeve patch of a Finnish volunteer in the Waffen-SS, type 3. Dachau. Machine embroidery. Traces of slight wear. Very good condition. There were only 1400 men served in the unit. Extreme scarce

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  • Waffen SS Sparkling water bottle with the inscription -...Waffen SS Sparkling water bottle with the inscription - WAFFEN-SS

    Waffen SS Sparklingwater bottle with the inscription - WAFFEN-SS. Overall good condition with just small defect on the bottle neck's edge. Extreme rare item.

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  • Riding breeches in black for Allgemeine SS, SS-VT, SSTV or...Riding breeches in black for Allgemeine SS, SS-VT, SSTV or NSKK

    Riding breeches in black for Allgemeine SS, SS-VT, SSTV or NSKK. Black merino wool diagonal tricot. Private purchased. Size: belt - 84, length - 100 cm. Good condition with some traces of use.

    420.00€

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  • SS Skull co*ckade for the hat of the Latvian Waffen SS...SS Skull co*ckade for the hat of the Latvian Waffen SS volunteers

    Skull co*ckade for the hat of the Latvian Waffen SS Volunteers. Uncut, made from a piece of aluminium, most likely frontline work, like all known finished examples. Interesting to note that they did not manage to complete it due to any war or battle reasons.

    495.00€

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  • Chinstrap for Waffen-SS visor hat. Length 34 cmChinstrap for Waffen-SS visor hat. Length 34 cm

    Chinstrap for Waffen-SS visor hat. Length 34 cm. Made of artificial leather - Pressstoff. In an uncleaned condition, as found in the attic. May crack if left untreated. If you wish, you can also purchase from us "ready-for-use", cleaned strap. We have few in stock. All in same condition as in the pictures. Price is for one.

    190.00€

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  • A-SS and SS-VT Spiegel und Kragenschnur-Piping for early SS...A-SS and SS-VT Spiegel und Kragenschnur-Piping for early SS uniforms and insignia

    Piping for early SS uniforms and insignia - Allgemeine-SS und SS-Verfügungstruppe Vorschriftsmäßige Spiegel und Kragenschnur Schwarz/Aluminium. Alu/black color.Price is per one meter.

    110.00€

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  • 10 mm Waffen SS collar tabs rank pips, or Wehrmacht...10 mm Waffen SS collar tabs rank pips, or Wehrmacht shoulder straps rank pip

    10 mm Waffen SS collar tabs rank pips, or Wehrmacht shoulder straps rank pips. Zinc die struck. Mint. We have them in qnt. 10 mm (cross over). Price is for one.

    9.00€

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  • SS or SA rank stripe for collar tabs, artificial silk madeSS or SA rank stripe for collar tabs, artificial silk made

    SS or SA rank stripe for collar tabs, artificial silk made. Price per 7 cm piece. We have few pcs. in stock.

    35.00€

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  • 12 mm gold Wehrmacht or W-SS rank pip for officers shoulder...12 mm gold Wehrmacht or W-SS rank pip for officers shoulder boards

    12 mm gold Wehrmacht or W-SS rank pips for officers shoulder boards. Mint. 12 mm (cross over). Price is for one.

    5.00€

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  • 14 mm Golden rank star for Wehrmacht or Waffen SS shoulder...14 mm Golden rank star for Wehrmacht or Waffen SS shoulder boards

    14 mm Golden rank star for Wehrmacht or Waffen SS shoulder boards. Mint. Gilded brass. 14 mm (cross over). Price is for one.

    5.00€

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  • Wardrobe SS tag "Mantel, grau" for 3rd Totenkopfstandarte...Wardrobe SS tag "Mantel, grau" for 3rd Totenkopfstandarte Thüringen, KR-Kraftfahrer

    Wardrobe SS tag "Mantel, grau" for 3rd Totenkopfstandarte Thüringen, KR-Kraftfahrer (drivers). The tags are for grey overcoats. Dug up condition. Found at the positions of SS Totenkopf barracks. Price is for one tag. We have 10 pcs. in ctock. Ask for extra photos of what we have for sell.NB! This is a consignment item. Consignment item has an i...

    60.00€

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  • Waffen SS, Erkennungsmarke, ID tag "KTL der SS"Waffen SS, Erkennungsmarke, ID tag "KTL der SS"

    Waffen SS, Erkennungsmarke, ID tag "KTL der SS" which means KTL = Kraftfahrtechnischen Lehranstalt der SS, formed on the 1 May 1941, located at Wien 87, SS-Kaserne, Wien-Schönbrunn, Stabs-und Ostblockgebäude. Broken for two parts, Zinc

    270.00€

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  • VERW.k.VERW.TR.ABT.D.SS. N 14 Galizische Freiwilliger Dog...VERW.k.VERW.TR.ABT.D.SS. N 14 Galizische Freiwilliger Dog tag

    VERW.k.VERW.TR.ABT.D.SS. N 14. Supply depot of 14th Waffen Grenadier division der SS Erkennungsmarke. Steel made. personal number 15. There were not more than 30 of them has been made uring the war.

    260.00€

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  • Erkennungsmarke: Stab. II Schützen Ersatz Kompanie der...Erkennungsmarke: Stab. II Schützen Ersatz Kompanie der Waffen SS (II S.E.K.D.W SS)

    Erkennungsmarke: Stab. II Schützen Ersatz Kompanie der Waffen SS (II S.E.K.D.W SS)

    220.00€

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  • German WW2/Waffen SS Pildileht propaganda magazine, printed...German WW2/Waffen SS Pildileht propaganda magazine, printed in Estland, 1943

    German WW2/Waffen SS propaganda magazine. Estonian SS volunteers magazine "PildiLeht". Produced in Estonia/Estland during ww2 period. Has many interesting pictures and articles from OstFront . 1943, Nr.1. Good condition! 24 pages We have magazines in similar condition in stock.

    49.00€

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SS Items - Uniforms, Headgear, equipment and helmets (2024)

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What uniforms did the SS wear? ›

The combat units of the SS-Verfügungstruppe (SS-VT) and the later Waffen-SS wore a variation of the field-grey (grey-green) (feldgrau) army uniform with SS insignia. The majority of SS personnel wore a variation of the Waffen-SS uniform or the grey-green SS service tunic.

What does SS stand for on a German helmet? ›

If there is an SS on a German helmet during WW2, it meant that this person was not part of the Wehrmacht and instead apart of the Schutzstaffel (SS - Literally Protection Squadron).

What is the V on the SS uniform? ›

The V band on the upper right arms of both Dietrich and Himmler are the 'Ehren Winkel der Alten Kampfer' (roughly Honour Chevron for the Old Guard). All members of the SS who had joined the Allgemeine-SS, the NSDAP or any other party organisation prior to 30 January 1933 were entitled to wear the insignia.

Why did the SS wear black? ›

There was a traditional reason, as well: just as the Prussian kings' and emperors' life-guard cavalry (Leibhusaren) had worn black uniforms with skull-and-crossbones badges, so would the Führer's bodyguard unit. These SS uniforms were tailored to project authority and foster fear.

Who made SS uniforms? ›

By the third quarter of 1932, the all-black SS uniform was designed by SS members Karl Diebitsch (artist) and Walter Heck (graphic designer). The Hugo Boss company was one of the companies that produced these black uniforms for the SS.

Why did the SS wear brown shirts? ›

SS members who wore brown shirts were considered part of the Nazi Party formations and were mostly part time members of the Allgemeine-SS. The Nazi Intelligence service, the SD, also wore brown shirts since they were considered a party formation.

What was the difference between the ß and the Waffen-SS? ›

The two main constituent groups were the Allgemeine SS (General SS) and Waffen-SS (Armed SS). The Allgemeine SS was responsible for enforcing the racial policy of Nazi Germany and general policing, whereas the Waffen-SS consisted of the combat units of the SS, with a sworn allegiance to Hitler.

Why do Germans use ß? ›

The German eszett, ß and double ss – a guide

The meaning of ß in English is eszett. The letter has historically developed out of sz and tz sounds and makes the same voiceless s sound as a double ss which looked similar in the Antiqua typeface class. No wonder it is hard to decide when to use ß or ss.

What color was the ß helmet? ›

1933-1935: The helmets of the First World War were painted black and the two decals of the SS were applied. Mainly used with the M32 uniform for demonstrations and parades. 1935-1940: In the M35 model it is adjusted to the apple green color used by the Wehrmacht, without texture and with the double decal of the SS.

What is the SS military unit? ›

The SS. The SS (Schutzstaffel, or Protection Squads) was originally established as Adolf Hitler's personal bodyguard unit. It would later become both the elite guard of the Nazi Reich and Hitler's executive force prepared to carry out all security-related duties, without regard for legal restraint. Key Facts.

What was the military wing of the SS? ›

The Waffen-SS was the military branch of the SS. Units of the Waffen-SS took part in most of the major military campaigns of World War II.

What is the red ribbon on German uniforms? ›

What is the little, usually red ribbon on the fronts of German war uniforms? That's normally the ribbon for the Iron Cross 2nd Class of 1939. This had been a tradition since the Iron Cross of 1813.

What camo did the SS wear? ›

The Plane Tree pattern is the earliest used by the SS and can be seen in pre-war photos. It is a reversible material that has a “spring” green and "autumn" brown side which a soldier can change depending on the surrounding vegetation. Plane Tree camouflage clothing was used up until around 1944.

Did the SS wear leather jackets? ›

The leather trench coat was standard issue to all SS officers that were ranked Hauptsturmführer (Captain) or higher. But later became rare to be issued so it often had to be purchased.

What is the difference between SS and Wehrmacht uniforms? ›

Originally, the SS uniform differed from the Wehrmacht uniform—whereas the regular army wore field grey, the SS wore black, head to toe (although later the SS did adopt field grey).

Why did the SS wear camouflage? ›

The SS used camo to distinguish elite units, and had many patterns designed. The army (heer) had camo tent quarters since the early 30s, and were used as Camouflage in Battle as they were also designed to serve as ponchos.

What uniforms did soldiers wear in the Civil war? ›

Despite this variation, uniforms for both sides generally consisted of a forage cap (also called a kepi), an undershirt, a sack coat, trousers, leather brogans (boots), and a heavier frock coat for cold weather. Uniforms for the Confederates tended to vary more than the uniforms of their Union counterparts.

What uniform did the US Army use in ww2? ›

U.S. Army basic service uniforms consisted of a winter service uniform of olive drab wool worn in temperate weather, and a summer service uniform of khaki cotton fabric worn in tropical weather.

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