WW2 German Army / SS Close Quarter Battle Clasp.

WW2 German Close Quarter Combat Badge in Bronze. Maker Marked: FEC. W.E. PEEKHOUSE, BERLIN/ AUSF. A.G.M.U.K. GABLONZ.

“ NAHKAMPFSPANGE” in VERY GOOD CONDITION, with rear horizontal pin and working catch assembly to rear. A very good example of this award.

Awarded to Army / SS for Over 15 days of close combat, reduced to 10 days if the Soldier was wounded. The designer was ERNST WILHELM PEEKHAUS and was introduced on 25th November 1942, instigated by Hitler who considered this the highest Military Infantry Decoration. The bar was worn above the ribbon bar in order to show the high esteem in which the Award was held.