No10 commando shoulder titles - serif type

[Mike B]

Originally Posted by Phill Lockett

Hi Mike

Apologies late reply, back from work.

As usual thanks for your indepth reply,I always look forward to your replies on the commando's.

Wow im surprised at the price I figured maybe 300-400 GBP although like with any insignia its only worth the price some one is willing at the time to pay with negotiation.

Possibly the differance in the titles could come down to machine or hand guided guided variations just a thought.

I cant wait to add your volume II of insignia , that will be superb if just the few you have shown in Volume I is anything to go by we are in for treat and if anyone is interested in UK Special Forces of WWII its a must have, if you like OOB,deatiled timelines,formation and evolution plus the personalities and of course the battles it will keep you going back over again and again,there is a lot to digest.

Thanks again Mike

Phill

Many thanks Phil - I too enjoy our correspondence.
What you say about prices is absolutely true - an item is only worth what someone is prepared to pay for it. My thoughts are guided by what the specialist market has determined - but lots of items slip under the radar and bargains are to be had. The two serif No.10 Commando titles that Luc highlighted are a case in point - although most non-commando collectors would rightly relate more to the expense, than desirability to a specialist collector seeking to fill a gap. The specialist market is still healthy, and over the years has caught up with rarer Airborne, and even Special Forces, items etc in my experience. Things are undoubtedly skewed by entry of people with funds who seek more 'romantic' units. I personally still have a soft spot for Kitchener items of WW1 and often wonder how they have not taken off more than they have given rarity, quality, and stories they tell.
All the best
Mike

[HamandJam]

Hi Mike,

The serif no 10 was also worn by no
2 Dutch troop.

They are attractive and indeed command high prices.

Cheers
JB

[/B]

Originally Posted by Mike B

That is very cheap Luke for a rare variant title - Personally I rate them a lot more than that - but I am a Commando nerd. They feature in Norwegian and Belgian Troop images among others - highly desirable.
Well done to the buyer - they got a bargain from my personal perspective ...
I am however, very unsure of the No.2 title
All the best
Mike

[Mike B]

Originally Posted by HamandJam

Hi Mike,

The serif no 10 was also worn by no
2 Dutch troop.

They are attractive and indeed command high prices.

Cheers
JB

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Many thanks JB - Always great to hear from you
Thanks for reminding me - I remember a lovely example in your album
I think I have also seen an image of one in one of the French Troops
Regards
Mike

[elwe23]

Originally Posted by Mike B

Many thanks JB - Always great to hear from you
Thanks for reminding me - I remember a lovely example in your album
I think I have also seen an image of one in one of the French Troops
Regards
Mike

Hi Mike, interesting if you find this image of the 10 serif emb worn by the french Troop please send it to my email.
Very curious to see that.

Best

[Mike B]

Originally Posted by elwe23

Hi Mike, interesting if you find this image of the 10 serif emb worn by the french Troop please send it to my email.
Very curious to see that.

Best

It will be in my archive somewhere ... I will post when I find it, a bit busy at present - but agree, it is not found often with French from memory