Cased Luftwaffe Observers Badge by Assmann (1936 Beobachterabzeichen)
Price: Sold
Description: Superb quality, early die-struck tombak of two piece construction secured by two perfectly recessed pointed rivets, typical of ‘Assmann’;The smooth reverse of the wreath has an early quality long, thin barrel-type hinge with a thin round vertical pin and round wire catch assy. The reverse of the eagle is well marked with a manufacturer’s logo consisting of the initial “A” in relief form for Assmann.Its accompanying hard case of issuance is excellent only showing some minor age handling and still retains its gold ID lettering on its lid..
BACKGROUND: The observer’s qualification badge was introduced by Hermann Göring on March 26th 1936 for award to observers, navigators and bombardiers who had met the required criteria. The observer’s badge was awarded on an individual basis and criteria for bestowal included five operational flights over enemy territory or a minimum of two months active service. As with other flier’s specialty badges a cloth version of the observer’s badge was authorized for wear on the flight blouse with a machine embroidered pattern for EM/NCO’s and a hand embroidered pattern for officers.
