Original German WWII Clasp to the Iron Cross Second Class 1939 - Wilhelm Deumer Style - Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz MG 34 Feed Assembly This bayonet is of the

This bayonet is of the Later War design

Lanyards are actually still in use today with the Military’s sidearms

but no belt hook

and the maker name is no longer visible

It bears the wording “Deutsche Wehrmacht” (German Armed Forces) in a German Black Letter typeface

Original German WWII Clasp to the Iron Cross Second Class 1939 - Wilhelm Deumer Style - Spange zum Eisernen Kreuz MG 34 Feed Assembly This bayonet is of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the Iron Cross decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was