Third Reich SA Sports Badge in Bronze

The Third Reich SA Sports  Badge, or "SA Defense Badge", in Bronze from Reddick Militaria is a high quality reproduction, being die-struck in excellent detail, with correct style pin and hinge. Back is maker marked ‘E.Schneider Eigentum D.S.A. Sport ABZ., Hauptste, Lüdenscheid’ (Property of the SA Supreme Command) and '462072', meaning they could be recalled at any time.

The “SA Defense Badge” was authorized by Hitler in 1939, to build pride & military preparedness, with qualifications including educational & physical fitness programs. Recipients of the silver badge had to be 35 years of age, holding the bronze badge for 5 years, while the gold badge required 40 years of age, holding the silver badge for 6 years.