Original German WWII Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 with Ribbon by Klein & Quenzer A.G of Idar-Oberstein British Flare Guns over time it was discovered

over time it was discovered that the zinc ions in this alloy have a tendency to leach out

General Eaker was named deputy commander of the Army Air Forces and Chief of the Air Staff

this is an iron mounted Holster Pistol with a 13 1/2" barrel

It will rate a nine on a one to ten scale

- The Guard Pioneer Battalion 3

Original German WWII Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 with Ribbon by Klein & Quenzer A.G of Idar-Oberstein British Flare Guns over time it was discoveredOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of a German WWII Iron Cross 2nd Class 1939 (Eisernes Kreuz II. Klasse 1939) with its original red, black, and white ribbon. The cross itself is a very fine example with crisp beading. The silvering to the frame is oxidized to a nice dark patina, showing it is real silver. The core paint on the iron center is also virtually all present, on both sides, though there is some light flaking and