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wasaraftype

02-01-21 03:10 PM

RAF associated blazer badges

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Hi all,

Although not everyone's cup of tea I have included images of more unusual RAF associated blazer badges I have in my collection (apart from the Japan one).

My main reason for posting this is regarding the RAF Dance Band (Kumbronians) badge. I cannot find anything on the Internet concerning them and wondered if any member can shed any light on them.

Having a KC and being sourced from France I wonder if it could be WWII associated. It 'feels' genuine to me.

Any suggestions are very welcome.

Regards,

Graham

Hawthorn

02-01-21 03:31 PM

Graham

Maybe way off the mark here but to my eyes the item shown on the badge below the musical notes looks like a stylized Kris style dagger or sword, perhaps there is a Malaya connection to the item.

Simon.

dragon166

02-01-21 10:44 PM

I don't think that is a stylised Kris, it looks more like a ceremonial trumpet with a banner hanging from it.
Dave

Hawthorn

03-01-21 11:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragon166 (Post 533920)

I don't think that is a stylised Kris, it looks more like a ceremonial trumpet with a banner hanging from it.
Dave

Dave,

Looking at it again I think you're right. not sure how I imagined the kris, too much Red maybe:D

Simon.

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