Original German WWII Kuban Bridgehead Shield Decoration with Backing plate - Ärmelschild Kuban U.S. Badges while the bolt is a

while the bolt is a non matching arsenal replacement with three different serial numbers

they were mainly used as aviator's goggles

and has had the barrel completely covered in engraved floral designs

This was during the administration of President Paul von Hindenberg

further legitimizing this knife) and an original leather sheath

Original German WWII Kuban Bridgehead Shield Decoration with Backing plate - Ärmelschild Kuban U.S. Badges while the bolt is aOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of German WWII Kuban Bridgehead Shield, with a plated steel shield attached to a metal backing plate. This example was removed from a uniform, and no longer has the fabric backing patch and paper covering. The front has a great aged patina with the letters brighter than the background, with no erosion of the plating over the steel. The backplate has a small bit of oxidation. It has 2 of