{"product_id":"german-ww2-luftwaffe-flak-oberleutnant-collar-tabs-red-artillery-branch","title":"German WW2 Luftwaffe Flak Oberleutnant Collar Tabs – Red Artillery Branch","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original pair of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eGerman WWII Luftwaffe Flak Artillery Oberleutnant (First Lieutenant) collar tabs\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a textbook example of Luftwaffe officer insignia, immediately distinguished by its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ered branch color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, denoting service in the Anti-Aircraft (Flak) arm. Each tab features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003etwo silver gulls combined with a single oak leaf wreath\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the correct rank configuration for an Oberleutnant. The tabs are constructed of red wool with finely embroidered \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003esilver bullion thread\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, exhibiting the crisp detailing expected of officer-grade insignia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlak units played a vital role in the Luftwaffe's defensive and battlefield operations, tasked with protecting cities, industrial centers, airfields, and advancing ground forces from Allied air attack. Officers of the Flak arm were responsible for coordinating complex anti-aircraft batteries, radar reporting, and fire control under intense combat conditions. Collar tabs from this branch are particularly desirable due to their vivid color contrast and the importance of Flak warfare as the air war intensified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Luftwaffe officer collar tabs remain highly collectible, and Flak examples are especially sought after for their distinctive appearance and operational significance. This set offers a strong combination of rank, branch identification, and visual appeal, making it an excellent addition to any advanced Luftwaffe or WWII insignia collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy From Us?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003e5-star rated store trusted by collectors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eFast, reliable shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eExpertly handled collectibles, always packed with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x_MsoNormal\"\u003eINTERNAL USE:\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43633220190282,"sku":"WIW2041","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/34265824.jpg?v=1779750725","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/german-ww2-luftwaffe-flak-oberleutnant-collar-tabs-red-artillery-branch","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}