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Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 13-03-24, 09:02 PM
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Posted By Luc
Here's an orignal pair for comparison.

Here's an orignal pair for comparison.
Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 13-03-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 205
Posted By Luc
New fake AAC cap badge

Here's an AAC cap badge that I picked up recently, it was cheap and ssold as a fake.

It is the best copy I have seen so far, the lugs are not like original ones but that's the only big flaw.
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 08-03-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 209
Posted By Luc
Cast AAC cap badge, thoughts please

Here's a cast AAC cap badge that just sold on ebay. It is not a pattern that I recognise; could I have your thoughts please?
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 28-02-24, 08:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 753
Posted By Luc
The three large wings are original WW2 examples,...

The three large wings are original WW2 examples, the smaller ones are genuine but post-war in my opinion as well as the the observation post wings. Both second pilots wings are fine late war...
Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 25-02-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 274
Posted By Luc
Thanks all!

Thanks all!
Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 23-02-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 274
Posted By Luc
RAMC bullion, KC or QC

Here's a very wel worn RAMC cap badge that I found a while ago, is it QC or KC? I think it is QC.
Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 22-02-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 438
Posted By Luc
I would agree, in my experience a veteran wears...

I would agree, in my experience a veteran wears his original cap or at least something identical.

This cap would be more appropriate for people like Angus Young.
Forum: General Topics. 22-02-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 464
Posted By Luc
The hallmarked badges from my collection have...

The hallmarked badges from my collection have solid silver lugs; unmarked or sterling silver badges have brass or again solid silver lugs.
Forum: It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification 20-02-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 229
Posted By Luc
An original example, one of many variations.

An original example, one of many variations.
Forum: General Topics. 19-02-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 464
Posted By Luc
I only know of Gaunt made examples, though I have...

I only know of Gaunt made examples, though I have one with a QC so they are not limited to WW2.
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 06-02-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 306
Posted By Luc
I agree with Jon.

I agree with Jon.
Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 31-01-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By Luc
It is genuine indeed. And an early one I believe;...

It is genuine indeed. And an early one I believe; later ones showed more and more flaws. See attached for example, the eagles' head is largely missing.
Forum: Other Military Topics 26-01-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 615
Posted By Luc
https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/ca...

https://www.cwgc.org/find-records/find-war-dead/casualty-details/2692419/robert-augustine-fraser/

I believe placing pebbles on a headstone is a Jewish tradition. It is good to see these men are...
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 26-01-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 765
Posted By Luc
https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalog...

https://www.the-saleroom.com/en-gb/auction-catalogues/wallis-and-wallis/catalogue-id-srwall10124/lot-da007983-9df8-48a9-9c57-b0f200e3593d
Forum: Headdress 26-01-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Luc
Phill, the diamonds are stitched and stamped. The...

Phill, the diamonds are stitched and stamped. The stitching can be particularly wonky.

Pete the 2 different types of number 3 are fine. I have not been able to find such, differences with other...
Forum: Headdress 24-01-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Luc
No, on Kangol berets the date is always found...

No, on Kangol berets the date is always found underneath the broad arrow. But I see what you mean, it does seem to show an area with an unusual amount of wear.

It is not from 1953 either, Kangol...
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 23-01-24, 08:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 442
Posted By Luc
I have this on file as the 1946 Belgium pattern....

I have this on file as the 1946 Belgium pattern. At least that how it was described at the time by the seller, I have not researched it.
Forum: Headdress 23-01-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By Luc
1943 Kangol commando beret

This beret recently sold on ebay for 419 GBP:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/266607705384

The stampings are quite good but the number 3 is not correct in my opinion. Also, the machine stitched thread...
Forum: Royal Navy and Royal Marines 18-01-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 517
Posted By Luc
Hi Phill, as far as I'm aware the simple answer...

Hi Phill, as far as I'm aware the simple answer is: you can't. Unless it is a very specific design (plastic economy or hallmarked silver).

The vertical leather band is often referred to as a...
Forum: General Topics 18-01-24, 08:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 340
Posted By Luc
Thank you Terry. ;)

Thank you Terry. ;)
Forum: General Topics 14-01-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 340
Posted By Luc
Thanks Alex. This thesis...

Thanks Alex. This thesis (https://uir.unisa.ac.za/bitstream/10500/17735/1/thesis_vanniekerk_sg.pdf) (page 394 onwards) shows an overview of SA Chaplain's insignia.
Forum: General Topics 13-01-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 340
Posted By Luc
SA chaplain cap badge

I do not normally collect SA insignia, but when I found this chaplain's cap badge I thought it would be a nice addition to my RAChD collection...
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 11-01-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 673
Posted By Luc
I think yours are all perfectly genuine Phill.

I think yours are all perfectly genuine Phill.
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 09-01-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 673
Posted By Luc
Rick my impression is that these wings are a...

Rick my impression is that these wings are a modern replica. As Tonomachi shows there are many variations currently available on the market but there are certain details that just aren't right for me...
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 04-01-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By Luc
Hi Phill, my impression is that they wore the...

Hi Phill, my impression is that they wore the standard yellow/blue AoS strip during the war indeed.

There are pictures that show the Dakota badge being worn shortly after the war together with...
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