Original German WWII Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Josef Feix & Söhne of Gablonz African Militaria with typical wear from years

with typical wear from years of service

with a nice brass Kashira (End Cap)

made by E&W in 1918

DALE & CO of New York

The iron surfaces show evidence of oxidation

Original German WWII Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Josef Feix & Söhne of Gablonz African Militaria with typical wear from yearsOriginal Item: Only One Available. Known in German as a Nahkampfspange (Melee Clasp) in Bronze, this fine award is constructed of bronzed slightly vaulted zinc. The front side has a Reichsadler (national eagle) over a crossed bayonet and hand grenade in the centerpiece. There are sun rays emanating from the center of the left and right sides, with with four oak leaves and two acorns on each side. The reverse is plain, with a square magnetic backing