Im dienst armband - genuine?

[Acez84]

Hey guys, is this a reproduction/fantasy item or genuine?

[kyles bullets]

Very poor repro, and design overall can be considered fantasy. Easy way to rule out these poor fakes is the zig zag sewing on the top and bottom of the seam on the back.

[Acez84]

Thanks! Thought so too.

[overthetop]

poor repro - also the German secret code "gye" is not found anywhere. These codes were put on manufactured items to prevent plant location being discovered and then bombed by the allies. Don't think an armband maker would get one.