Manual of the Waffen-SS: Badges, Uniforms, Equipment (First Edition, 1976)

by Walther-Karl Holzmann

$75 · Offered by eBay

Classic, early-era collector's reference manual: Manual of the Waffen-SS: Badges, Uniforms, Equipment, compiled by Walther-Karl Holzmann and published by Bellona Publications in 1976. This book features an orange softcover with a detailed front illustration. It serves as a highly sought-after vintage guide detailing mid-20th-century European military insignia, uniforms, gear layouts, and structural badges. The book contains 96 pages filled with specialized technical text alongside historical reference illustrations and black-and-white drawings. It is a fantastic historical reference piece for military historians, uniform collectors, and WWII scale modelers. SEE PICTURES FOR FULL DISCLOSURE Condition: Very Good (Vintage) Covers: The glossy orange covers remain exceptionally bright, striking, and vibrant with almost no signs of the typical sun-bleaching or fading common with this edition. Edges & Corners: Sharp and clean with negligible shelf wear. The corners are crisp and free of heavy bumping or severe creasing. Spine & Binding: The spine is uncreased and intact. The binding is structurally sound, square, and tight. Overall: An incredibly clean, collector-grade copy that has been well-preserved over the decades. Historical & Educational Disclaimer:This item is a vintage historical reference book published in 1976. It is offered strictly for historical research, academic study, uniform restoration, theatrical costuming, and military modeling purposes. The seller does not endo

• Publisher: Bellona Publications
• Year: 1976
• Condition: Very Good

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