{"product_id":"wiw3019","title":"German WWII Hitler Youth \/ BDM Sports Vest with Bronze Proficiency Patch","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2796\"\u003eScarce \u003cstrong data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003eGerman World War II Hitler Youth sports vest\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring the classic woven \u003cstrong data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003eHitler Youth diamond insignia\u003c\/strong\u003e and an uncommon \u003cstrong data-start=\"2469\" data-end=\"2510\"\u003eHitler Youth Bronze Proficiency Patch\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating an especially attractive and collectible youth organization uniform piece. Constructed of white cotton in the traditional tank-top athletic style, this vest represents the physical training and sporting programs associated with the Hitler Youth during the Third Reich period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2798\" data-end=\"3277\"\u003eThe center of the vest displays the standard woven \u003cstrong data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eHJ diamond insignia\u003c\/strong\u003e, measuring approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2898\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003e100 mm by 55 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the familiar red, white, and black design associated with the organization. Adding significant collector appeal is the presence of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3087\"\u003eBronze Proficiency Patch\u003c\/strong\u003e, a much less frequently encountered addition that enhances both the rarity and display value of the piece. The interior retains its original manufacturer tag marked \u003cstrong data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3277\"\u003e\"Klotz Heinzelmann.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3600\"\u003eHitler Youth sports garments remain among the most recognizable youth-related uniform items of the period, and examples retaining both their insignia and maker labels are increasingly difficult to locate. The addition of the proficiency award patch further distinguishes this vest from more commonly encountered examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3602\" data-end=\"3841\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3602\" data-end=\"3616\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3619\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"3621\" data-end=\"3667\"\u003eGerman WWII Hitler Youth \/ BDM sports vest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3667\" data-end=\"3670\"\u003e• Original woven \u003cstrong data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3710\"\u003eHJ diamond insignia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3710\" data-end=\"3713\"\u003e• Rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"3720\" data-end=\"3761\"\u003eHitler Youth Bronze Proficiency Patch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3761\" data-end=\"3764\"\u003e• Maker marked \u003cstrong data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"3802\"\u003e\"Klotz Heinzelmann\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3802\" data-end=\"3805\"\u003e• Original athletic training garment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3843\" data-end=\"4081\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3843\" data-end=\"3856\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3856\" data-end=\"3859\"\u003eUsed condition with expected wear, age toning, and storage-related characteristics consistent with period textile items. The insignia, proficiency patch, and maker label remain present, creating an excellent display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4083\" data-end=\"4197\"\u003eA highly collectible Third Reich youth organization artifact featuring uncommon insignia and strong visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4199\" data-end=\"4349\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4199\" data-end=\"4222\"\u003e⚔️ Why Shop With Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4222\" data-end=\"4225\"\u003e• Over 2,500 5-star reviews online\u003cbr data-start=\"4259\" data-end=\"4262\"\u003e• Carefully researched and curated collectibles\u003cbr data-start=\"4309\" data-end=\"4312\"\u003e• Fast, secure, and reliable shipping\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43668033732682,"sku":"WIW3019","price":900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/37264363_dd7ed9de-1a6d-4c2b-868d-51a157334888.jpg?v=1780602372","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/wiw3019","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}