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WWII GERMAN BUCKLE - SA
The Sturmabteilung, abbreviated SA, (German for "Assault detachment" or "Assault section", functioned as a
paramilitary organization of the NSDAP – the German Nazi party. They played a key role in Adolf Hitler's rise to
power in the 1930s. Later the organization split. one part remained the SA while the other became the SS.
The item featured here is a WWII German belt buckle. As used by the SA during the war. Of brass
construction. Retains most of the original finish. Two piece manufacturing. This is a 1930's
example.
The design consisted of a flat body. Two ropes, one inside the other, form a circle that houses
the SA eagle. The space between the ropes is divided in two. Where the upper section is
adorned with tightly packed ribbing. The bottom section contains a nicely detailed wreath.
The eagle has its wings fully extended. The head is facing right and the feet are clutching a
wreath with a swastika in the center.
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This page is a recognition and identification guide for WWII German belt buckles. Multiple detailed
photos of specific samples are provided. Descriptions point out clearly defined aspects that should be
noted when inspecting a Third reich belt buckle.
The belt buckles of the Third Reich came in a variety of designs. There were over 100
different types developed. Even the non-military belt buckles often displayed the
swastika as a means to show support of the Nazi party.
The high quality and intricate designs have made the German belt buckles of World
War Two a desirable military collectible. this information is brought to you courtesy of
MilitaryItems.com
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The belt buckles of the Third Reich came in a variety of designs. There were over 100
different types developed. Even the non-military belt buckles often displayed the
swastika as a means to show support of the Nazi party.
The high quality and intricate designs have made the German belt buckles of World
War Two a desirable military collectible.
The belt was constructed of leather. The outer skin was dyed black while the inside remained
of light tan color. Some belts were stamped with the date of manufacturing or the maker's
name. Other belts were left unmarked.
The male component of the catch was riveted to the end of the belt.
This belt buckle may currently be reproduced.
It is becoming more difficult to be able to tell the fake ones from the real ones because the quality
of the reproductions is improving. The collector must become familiarized with the construction style
and materials employed in the manufacturing of this buckle. Attention to the details is critical in
order to be able to determine the authenticity of the belt buckle.
If you have an interest is seeing other belt buckles of the Third Reich, you can do so by going
to our WWII German Belt Buckles
identification guide. Where we cover Heer (Army), Navy (Kriegsmarine), Air Force (Luftwaffe),
political and civilian buckles.
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