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Old 09-10-17, 07:02 AM
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I would really appreciate some opinions on this AFPU patch
I am reading some worrying posts regarding the seller........

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Old 09-10-17, 07:15 AM
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Albert,

This badge is much reproduced I am afraid.

You have to ask yourself about why its so aged on the rear as well as the front, especially as the loose stitching implies it was removed from uniform.

I would be suspicious.

Who is the seller?

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Old 09-10-17, 07:59 AM
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I think if you already know the seller is bent, it best to simply just stay away and not bother buying anything, at least you do not end up being stung.


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I would really appreciate some opinions on this AFPU patch
I am reading some worrying posts regarding the seller........

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Old 09-10-17, 08:45 AM
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Albert,

This badge is much reproduced I am afraid.

You have to ask yourself about why its so aged on the rear as well as the front, especially as the loose stitching implies it was removed from uniform.

I would be suspicious.

Who is the seller?

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Thanks Jerry, but unfortunately that description applies to several of these sellers at the moment, both on ebay and with their own websites.

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Thanks Jerry, but unfortunately that description applies to several of these sellers at the moment, both on ebay and with their own websites.

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I think the same. More specifics would help
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Thanks Jerry, but unfortunately that description applies to several of these sellers at the moment, both on ebay and with their own websites.

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Simon is this seller BEM ?
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You need to ask Jerry.

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Hi

I am more than happy to give the name of the seller in a pm to anyone who wants to know

But i do not want to do this in public when there is a chance the badge is ok

So what is the verdict on the badge ( regardless who the seller is)

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Search eBay for an afpu badge for sale
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I am more than happy to give the name of the seller in a pm to anyone who wants to know

But i do not want to do this in public when there is a chance the badge is ok

So what is the verdict on the badge ( regardless who the seller is)

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Hi Albert,
I think if you compare it with an original you will see the difference.
There is a nice example which is sold but still viewable on Les Martin's website.
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Same seller as this lot.
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Hello Albert,
I think it is rubbish, if you have bought it, I would simply return it and demand a refund.
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I am more than happy to give the name of the seller in a pm to anyone who wants to know

But i do not want to do this in public when there is a chance the badge is ok

So what is the verdict on the badge ( regardless who the seller is)

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Old 10-10-17, 07:23 PM
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It is an artificially aged replica, I believe makes a habit of this practice.
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Thanks for the replies

I have send the seller a message that I cancel the deal

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