German Navy Black Leather Service Belt

West Germany rebuilt its entire military from scratch in 1956 and decided the Navy deserved a belt worth wearing in uniform, not just one worth losing in a kit bag. The Bundesmarine, officially established in 1956 when West Germany joined NATO, served as the Federal Republic's naval arm through the entire Cold War and into reunification. This black leather trouser belt with its distinctive gold brass clip buckle was standard issue dress wear for German sailors throughout that period. The buckle slides freely along the belt for a precise, stepless fit, which is the kind of thoughtful detail that tells you someone actually had to wear this thing on a regular basis. What You Get Genuine Bundesmarine issue black leather service belt Gold brass adjustable clip buckle Smooth black finish exterior, natural tan leather reverse Sizing Width: 1.25" Small: 36" total length Medium: 40" total length Large: 45" total length XL: 50" total length XXL: 55" total length Condition: Grade 1, Shows light age-related wear and natural brass patina consistent with genuine issue. Material: 100% leather with gold brass clip buckle