G546.)LUFTWAFFE MARKSMANSHIP CORD, ELEVATED LEVEL OF PROFICIENCY: just to confirm this one as being genuine we had it checked out by George Petersen, and yes, it's genuine period. 18" long overall with dark blue braided cord intertwined with off-white embroidery. Has loops to both ends and silver metallic braided slides. Has gold finished aluminum LW eagle shield/wreath at top -- has black woolen felt wool underlay -- on plaited cord base with LW gray wool backing. Shows light wear and age from use. EXC++++