GERMAN ARMY OBERSCHUTZE RANK PIP IN FIELD GRAY CLOTH

This round insignia was worn by members of the Army who reached the rank of Oberschutze, which took a minimum of 6 months service in the field or replacement army. This version was authorized for wear by the Wehrmacht and was the same design and size as the black based version but on a field-grey background This rank was worn on the upper left sleeve just below the national emblem from institution until January 1942 when the wearing of sleeve rank insignia was forbidden.