Original German WWII Rare 1940 Dated Aluminum SS EM/NCO Belt Buckle by Overhoff - RZM 36/40 French Pistols In late 1943 the Raider

In late 1943 the Raider Stiletto was replaced by the new Marine Corps fighting and utility knife designated 1219C2 (later to become famous as the KA-BAR)

with sharp lands and grooves and a  bright finish

Despite this plan of action

or otherwise disposed of (one member of FK272 was brought up on charges for attempting to sell his dogtag at a local bazaar

The forerunner of the MG 34 Sustained Fire Set

Original German WWII Rare 1940 Dated Aluminum SS EM/NCO Belt Buckle by Overhoff - RZM 36/40 French Pistols In late 1943 the RaiderOriginal Item: Only One Available. This aluminum SS buckle (Koppelschlo) is offered in very good condition, with moderate wear from service. The reverse of the buckle is marked (RZM) 36 40 (). indicating 1940 manufacture. There is a bit of wear on the markings from the attachment clip on the other end of the belt. There are unfortunately no accurate records of the SS RZM contractors, but some suggest that 36 is Overhoff & Cie of Ludenscheid. These