DAF Werkschar Cuff Title

Product Description: This DAF Werkschar Cuff Title pattern was worn by members of the DAF (Deutsche Arbeitsfront = German Labour Front), Werkscharen (Factory Brigades) of the DAF were the “soldiers” of the organization. This cuff title measures 8″ long, machine woven black cotton construction. It is a black band, with the wording “”Werkschar”” executed in a white chain stich lettering. This DAF Werkschar Cuff Title is unissued, and shows no stitch holes or any other traces of having been affixed to a uniform sleeve. There is no wear or damage of any kind to note, and only extremely slight age toning and some very minor wrinkling from storage over the decades. It remains in excellent++ condition, and would be very tough to upgrade. This cuff title, with its excellent ++ condition and unissued state, offers a rare glimpse into the symbolism and organization of the DAF Werkscharen. The high quality of its manufacture and its pristine condition make it a valuable artifact for collectors and historians interested in the labor and paramilitary structures of the Third Reich.

Historical Description: The DAF (Deutsche Arbeitsfront = German Labour Front) was the result of a forced association of all German trade unions, established on May 10, 1933. Its purpose was the coordination and control of all aspects of German labour to serve the interests of the NSDAP. The DAF leader was Reichsleiter Robert Ley. The Werkscharen (Factory Brigades) of the DAF were the “soldiers” of the organisation, formed in 1934. They were trained and organised as paramilitary, uniformed units, yet remained unarmed. Beginning in April 1937, active Werkschar units (Stoßtrupps) would wear silver-coloured insignia, while administrators wore gold-coloured insignia. Even though Werkscharen were not affiliated with the Reichsluftschutzbund (RLB, National Air Raid Protection League), during the war they often functioned as factory air raid protection auxiliaries. Some companies, especially major corporations, used additional security personnel, which were dubbed Werkschutz (Factory Protection), and later Werksicherheitsdienst (Factory Security Service). The purpose of the Werkschar cuff title is unknown, as it was not part of the standard uniform. In general, it is a black or dark blue cuff title with white letters, sometimes framed by two DAF emblems. However, variations have been observed.

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