Heer EM with metal regimental shoulder board devices?

[landsknechte]

From looking at the boards that are out there, it appears that only Unteroffizers and above had the metal regimental number devices. Was there a regulation that prevented lower ranking soldiers from wearing them, or was it simply a matter of expense (or something else)?

[Guest Rick Research]

Feldwebel up, under the Third Reich.

Just clothing regulations... making a distinction between higher NCOs and the lower ranks. Same thing with sidearm tassels and the like. Instant recognition stuff.

[landsknechte]

Feldwebel up, under the Third Reich.

Just clothing regulations... making a distinction between higher NCOs and the lower ranks. Same thing with sidearm tassels and the like. Instant recognition stuff.

Thanks!