Studentenbund

Maker Herm.Konejung Solingen. 1rst model, blade without ricasso and with motto 'Blut und Ehre !', discontinuated in 1938. One chip to the NS-St. Insignia. Scabbard retains 95% of painting. Hard to find !

| historical background |

The National Socialist German Students' League (NS-Studentenbund) was founded in the 1920s and, after 1933, became the official organization overseeing students aligned with National Socialism in Germany. It played an active role in controlling universities, promoting ideology, and integrating students into the regime’s structures. Members wore a range of insignia, badges, and distinctive items closely tied to the academic and political environment of World War II.

Between 1933 and 1945, the NS-Studentenbund was deeply involved in student life, organizing activities, training, and events. Items related to this organization—such as badges, documents, equipment, and personal effects—exist in numerous variations depending on period and manufacturer. For collectors, these pieces hold particular interest due to their direct connection to university life under the Third Reich, their relative specificity, and the diversity of models encountered, making them a sought-after field within German WWII militaria.