Original Soviet WWII Order of Glory, 2nd Class Medal Serial #391392 - Issued During 1945 Antique Gun Parts but typically would have been

but typically would have been for a larger or more complex component

specifically in their Optical Shop Annex in Rochester

medals were only given to highly promoted officers and members of the aristocracy for their services

showing much of the original factory final grind cross grain throughout the blade surface

Original Soviet WWII Order of Glory, 2nd Class Medal Serial #391392 - Issued During 1945 Antique Gun Parts but typically would have beenOriginal Item. Only One Available. The Order of Glory was a military decoration of the Soviet Union established by Decree of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet on November 8, 1943. It was awarded to soldiers and non commissioned officers of the Red Army as well as to aviation junior lieutenants, for bravery in the face of the enemy. It was awarded in three classes. The order's first class was made of 950 (23 karat) gold; the order's second class was