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Historical boxing gloves from DEHA Berlin – 12 ounces – circa the 1920s

This impressive pair of original boxing gloves comes from the heyday of European boxing and is an authentic testament to the early Berlin boxing culture of the 1920s.

Manufactured by DEHA Berlin, a pre-war sports equipment maker that is now little-known but highly regarded, these gloves embody everything collectors of early boxing props value: heavy-duty construction, classic lacing, artisanal craftsmanship, and an honest patina that has developed over decades.

The thick, vegetable-tanned leather bears clear signs of wear, cracking, and aging — precisely the marks that tell their story. Every crease speaks of training sessions and sparring matches from a time when boxing gloves were still handmade, and the sport was only beginning to take its modern form.

The padding is very likely made of horsehair or a period-typical natural fiber filling, as was common in high-quality boxing gloves of the 1910s–1920s. The filling is now fixed and irregular, which further emphasizes the authentic character and the gloves’ considerable age.

Inside, the original marking 'DEHA – 12 ounces' is preserved. The German weight specification ('ounces') confirms its origin in the German-speaking region and underscores the historical authenticity.

These gloves are not a restored object, but an originally preserved collectible piece with an unadulterated character – ideal for:
• Collector of historical boxing memorabilia
• Decoration in a gym, loft, or gentlemen's room
• theatre, film or museum presentations

Details:
• Manufacturer: DEHA, Berlin
• Period: ca. 1920–1930
• Weight: 12 ounces
• Material: leather
• Filling: presumably horsehair / natural fibers (typical of the period)
Closure: Lacing
• Condition: heavily used, age-related patina and cracks, fully original

A rare and expressive piece of boxing history—authentic, heavy, and steeped in history.