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Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 23-07-23, 11:53 AM
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Posted By Nichollg
My humble opinion, I think the 2nd row left...

My humble opinion,
I think the 2nd row left and two miniatures look OK,
70/30 on the bottom row left...I think I would be happy with it in my collection,
and unfortunately, I don't like the rest.
Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 22-07-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 823
Posted By Nichollg
I agree with David191 comments. It is lots of...

I agree with David191 comments.
It is lots of time and research.
I would add, look at lots and lots of photos, especially of people from the period wearing wings/brevets and note every single...
Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 17-07-23, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 760
Posted By Nichollg
I have found a picture in my bank of photos...

I have found a picture in my bank of photos showing a Canadian wearing a RO brevet very similar to the "Canadian" RO and a photo of an AG brevet in similar style to Phill's RO.
Personally, I think...
Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 13-07-23, 12:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 760
Posted By Nichollg
RO was an RAF brevet. Initially it was known as...

RO was an RAF brevet.
Initially it was known as Observer (Radio) and issued between 1941 to 1943 (instituted 29 May 1941 by AMO402/41, I believe). The Observer (Radio) name was used to hide the fact...
Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 12-07-23, 10:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 760
Posted By Nichollg
Looks to be a reproduction to me, sorry.

Looks to be a reproduction to me, sorry.
Forum: Air Force (RCAF and CAF) 12-07-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 490
Posted By Nichollg
Sorry I am not a fan of the RAF wings.

Sorry I am not a fan of the RAF wings.
Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 12-07-23, 10:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 372
Posted By Nichollg
Good question...I don't know, but something...

Good question...I don't know, but something doesn't feel quite right.
Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 17-06-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 776
Posted By Nichollg
Hi Alex. I would say this brevet is post WW2....

Hi Alex.
I would say this brevet is post WW2. The RAF didn't issue mess (or bullion) brevets during the war (Private purchase made by a tailor may have still been possible though), I therefore...
Forum: Military Book and Media Reviews 29-05-23, 02:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By Nichollg
I agree with tafh63. I have a copy of this book...

I agree with tafh63. I have a copy of this book and it is extremely in-depth, detailed, well researched and easy to read.
Highly recommended
Forum: Colonial Police and Paramilitary Badges 26-05-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 549
Posted By Nichollg
Current uniform. Current hat badge has DEPARTMENT...

Current uniform. Current hat badge has DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION on it.
Forum: Colonial Police and Paramilitary Badges 26-05-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 549
Posted By Nichollg
Good question. Department of Justice was the...

Good question.

Department of Justice was the controlling government department for the Prison Service.
Then Prison Service changed their name to Corrections NZ
Gold was worn as part of the...
Forum: Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force 19-05-23, 08:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 776
Posted By Nichollg
I reckon 1950s.

I reckon 1950s.
Forum: The Royal Australian Navy and Air Force (RAN & RAAF) 25-03-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 471
Posted By Nichollg
No sorry, they appear to be a reproduction.

No sorry, they appear to be a reproduction.
Forum: New Zealand Badges 26-09-22, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 498
Posted By Nichollg
Hi, Yes, I understand this to be RNZN MAA. I...

Hi,
Yes, I understand this to be RNZN MAA. I have seen a few badges like this but have yet to see one being worn.

The only photo I have of a RNZN MAA is attached
Forum: Air Force 21-09-22, 11:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 693
Posted By Nichollg
Great set Alex. Love those AG flying badges ...

Great set Alex.
Love those AG flying badges
Gareth
Forum: Royal Navy and Royal Marines 14-08-22, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 309
Posted By Nichollg
Hi Mate, Got this information from "The World...

Hi Mate,
Got this information from "The World of Military Wings - The Anglian Collection" Facebook group page.

"The yellow/gold silk woven wing as known to have been worn by some RN FAA CPO...
Forum: Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia 30-07-22, 09:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 803
Posted By Nichollg
I think these are Air Training Corp Glider pilot...

I think these are Air Training Corp Glider pilot instructor wings or something like that
Forum: The Royal Australian Navy and Air Force (RAN & RAAF) 15-02-22, 10:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 875
Posted By Nichollg
Fantastic items, thanks for sharing.

Fantastic items, thanks for sharing.
Forum: Royal Navy and Royal Marines 22-12-21, 12:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By Nichollg
here is couple of other photos I have, nothing...

here is couple of other photos I have, nothing very helpful sorry
Forum: Royal Navy and Royal Marines 22-12-21, 12:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By Nichollg
Here is a couple of photos from the Smithsonian...

Here is a couple of photos from the Smithsonian website
Forum: Royal Navy and Royal Marines 22-12-21, 12:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 957
Posted By Nichollg
Here is an a photo of a Telegraphist Air Gunner...

Here is an a photo of a Telegraphist Air Gunner 2nd Class in my collection.
I do note it is bullion, whereas the AFO only mentions Red and blue versions
Forum: New Zealand Badges 03-12-21, 06:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,337
Posted By Nichollg
Hi Padre, The front appears to be similar to...

Hi Padre,

The front appears to be similar to mine (or wreath appears to be a bit worn). The S certainly looks the same, even has the little flat spot in the lower curve.
Though, yes, the back is...
Forum: New Zealand Badges 27-11-21, 12:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,337
Posted By Nichollg
Hi. Interesting discussion, thought I would offer...

Hi. Interesting discussion, thought I would offer my 2 cents worth

RNZAF Air Signaler (talking RNZAF at home and in the pacific here, not EATS or other 'RNZAF in RAF' serviceman)

The RNZAF did...
Forum: New Zealand Badges 16-11-21, 10:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,337
Posted By Nichollg
I agree with nboardarrowz only RNZAF metal wings...

I agree with nboardarrowz only RNZAF metal wings used during WW2 were Pilot, N, E and AG.
S was a post war issue used during the 1950s and 60s
Forum: Air Force (RCAF and CAF) 16-11-21, 10:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 991
Posted By Nichollg
I am with Padre on this. I wouldn't buy it, but...

I am with Padre on this.
I wouldn't buy it, but I don't know much about wartime RCAF either
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