Original German WWII Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Josef Feix & Söhne of Gablonz - Missing Pin Catch U.S. Artwork & Posters The stick retains the bottom

The stick retains the bottom screw cap

The original data plate was present but was made from aluminum and was literally disintegrating as were trying to conserve them

the barrel has been "smooth bored" to about

so it is a bit rough

Original German WWII Close Combat Clasp in Bronze by Josef Feix & Söhne of Gablonz - Missing Pin Catch U.S. Artwork & Posters The stick retains the bottomOriginal 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