WWII US Navy Officer Sword Belt Set 34–Hilborn-Hamburger Original Box For Sale

WWII US Navy Officer Sword Belt Set 34–Hilborn-Hamburger Original Box

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An exceptional, highly collectible piece of World War II United States naval history: an original U.S. Navy Officer's Undress Sword Belt, manufactured by the renowned military contractor Hilborn-Hamburger, Inc. This complete set includes the black leather belt, drop straps, gilt brass buckle, and its exceptionally rare original cardboard presentation box. Partial name on inside of belt as shown.

Based on official U.S. Navy uniform regulation changes and manufacturing styles, this specific piece dates to the early World War II era (circa 1941–1942).

Key Features & Historical 1941 Buckle: Features the official mid-war pattern gilt-brass buckle with the eagle's head facing right (dexter) toward the olive branches, conforming to the landmark May 1941 uniform regulation updates. The brass retains excellent original gold-tone plating with beautiful, crisp details on the surrounding oak leaf and acorn Mark: The interior leather lining features a pristine, sharp silver-foil embossed "Hilborn-Hamburger Inc." cursive hallmark accompanied by their iconic anvil logo.

    •    Original Box Included: Comes with the scarce original textured cardboard box featuring the stamped Hilborn-Hamburger crest, labeled: "ONE NAVY UNDRESS SWORDBELT SIZE 34". Original contractor boxes from this era are rarely preserved in this Factory stamped Size 34.

Condition:

This set is in excellent vintage/surplus condition, especially considering its age. The leather is remarkably well-preserved with a clean interior flap. The silver foil stamping remains bright and entirely legible. The gilt brass hardware shows minimal wear with stunning luster. The original cardboard box shows normal age-related wear and light toning Note corners are apart. Please review the photos for a precise look at the condition.

This item was manufactured in New York, USA.

While Hilborn-Hamburger Inc. was a major military contractor and insignia jeweler headquartered at 15 East 26th Street in New York, NY, their supply chain during the mid-20th century worked in two distinct ways:

    •    The Leather Belts & Small Insignia: Leather uniform elements, belts, and metal uniform ranks/insignia were manufactured in the USA directly by Hilborn-Hamburger or via local domestic subcontractors.

Because your box features the primary domestic Hilborn-Hamburger Inc. New York manufacturing crest, the belt component itself is a completely American-made piece of wartime field gear.