Economy RDF cap badge with slider

[DJT]

The general consensus is that there was no economy cap badge produced for the Royal Dublin Fusiliers so I was quite surprised to see the attached badge hammer at Bosleys recently for £130! Am I missing something here? Did any member manage to handle this one in person?

[connaught]

Originally Posted by DJT

The general consensus is that there was no economy cap badge produced for the Royal Dublin Fusiliers so I was quite surprised to see the attached badge hammer at Bosleys recently for £130! Am I missing something here? Did any member manage to handle this one in person?

I thought it quite clear that the Dubs did not have an economy issue sanctioned by the WO, not one I would have.

[Chipper]

In Julian and David's seminal article on 1916 all GM badges - in Vol 66 of the MHS Bulletin - they specifically mention RDF as NOT being included in the all GM ranks.

I'd love to know Bosley's rationale for this.

Cheers, Tim

[manchesters]

Never say Never is my motto for collecting military badges!

[Chipper]

I actually agree Simon, they are wise words. My problem is, this is not a 'known' GM badge, and while it absolutely could be, it equally may not be. They have sold it as if there is no doubt about it.

I will confess I don't have any great love for Bosley's, having got the rough end of the stick several times, so I guess I am a little overly critical because of that.

Thanks for reminding us to keep an open mind.

Cheers, Tim

Originally Posted by manchesters

Never say Never is my motto for collecting military badges!

[KLR]

The usual answer to these awkward questions is that it was "unofficial" !