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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
02-04-24, 12:47 PM
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Popski,s Cap Badge
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popskipa
I feel an explanation for the removal of the...
I feel an explanation for the removal of the badge from Robin’s auction is appropriate.
Robin removed the badge because of pressure from an “expert”. Robin had not thought the badge a fake but...
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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
31-03-24, 10:22 PM
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Popski,s Cap Badge
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popskipa
I disagree, what evidence can you provide to...
I disagree, what evidence can you provide to prove the badge is fake and I am a fraud?
Your observations are based on your opinion and not proven in fact.
I believe this badge is original. I...
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Other Army Departments and Corps Badges
02-03-24, 08:45 AM
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Army Kinema Shoulder Titles and A.F.P.U Badge
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popskipa
Both obvious copies.
Both obvious copies.
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Infantry (& Guards) Badges
06-01-24, 11:26 AM
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Glorious Glosters question?
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popskipa
Thank you Alan.
Thank you Alan.
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Infantry (& Guards) Badges
05-01-24, 09:17 AM
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Glorious Glosters question?
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popskipa
Glorious Glosters question?
A question for the Glosters collectors.
Which, if any, of these back badges would be the correct issue for a soldier from the period of the Korea War please?
Left to right
1. Die stamped with...
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The Home Front
21-12-23, 06:39 PM
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Unknown Flag?
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popskipa
Mike, a good call.. There were several large...
Mike, a good call..
There were several large disused LT railway tunnels that were fitted with bunk beds, toilets and canteen, they were used to accommodate displaced persons etc. during WW2, maybe...
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The Home Front
21-12-23, 02:49 PM
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Unknown Flag?
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popskipa
Unknown Flag?
I would welcome the help of the forum please in identifying the flag.
London Transport bullseye and letter “C” , painted on one side of a coarse canvas material. With a stitched fold at the top...
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Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies
16-11-23, 06:00 PM
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Oh Dear..... LRDG Officers Beret
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popskipa
A poor fake that shouldn’t fool any serious LRDG...
A poor fake that shouldn’t fool any serious LRDG collector.
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Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force
29-10-23, 09:07 PM
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RFC Cap & Collar Badges
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popskipa
RFC Cap & Collar Badges
I need the help of the forum please, are these badges original or fake?
Thank you for looking, Keith
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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
19-10-23, 06:16 PM
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1980s Parachute Regiment
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popskipa
Great stuff, thank you for posting…
Great stuff, thank you for posting…
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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
11-10-23, 07:02 PM
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1980s Parachute Regiment
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Posted By
popskipa
Stuart Thank you, pm sent. I am...
Stuart
Thank you, pm sent.
I am constantly impressed by the kindness and generosity of fellow collectors.
Keith
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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
07-10-23, 07:32 AM
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1980s Parachute Regiment
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popskipa
Thank you John Colin and Mike. I found the...
Thank you John Colin and Mike.
I found the blog most useful.
I will look for a black Gaunt or black Dowler badge.
Now which parachute qualified wings were in use at the time please?
Thank...
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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
06-10-23, 06:33 PM
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1980s Parachute Regiment
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Posted By
popskipa
Another image when the fighting was over and a...
Another image when the fighting was over and a few are wearing silvered badges…
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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
06-10-23, 06:32 PM
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1980s Parachute Regiment
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Posted By
popskipa
Thank you. A couple of images found on the...
Thank you.
A couple of images found on the internet showing berets being worn which seem to confirm the blackened badge was worn in combat while the silvered badge was proudly worn when the...
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Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
06-10-23, 04:37 PM
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1980s Parachute Regiment
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popskipa
1980s Parachute Regiment
I need the help of the forum please.
I would like to obtain the correct Parachute Regiment beret badge and parachutist qualification wing for a South Atlantic - Falklands campaign display.
...
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It's a Mystery -Unknown Insignia for Identification
08-09-23, 09:05 PM
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Unknown Greek badge
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popskipa
Cyprus Regiment?
Cyprus Regiment?
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Formation Signs and Patches
18-08-23, 11:20 AM
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22nd Beach Brigade Formation - Views Please
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popskipa
This is a fake, sorry..
This is a fake, sorry..
Forum:
Foreign Badges and Insignia
10-08-23, 07:07 AM
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Greek Sacred Squadron Badge assistance
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830
Posted By
popskipa
I don’t think the British made this badge. In...
I don’t think the British made this badge. In many years of collecting I have only ever seen Greek made badges. However, just because I haven’t seen a British made badge doesn’t mean it doesn’t...
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Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies
09-08-23, 02:01 AM
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WW1 Economy Essex Regiment
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popskipa
A solid all brass Essex Regiment economy badge. I...
A solid all brass Essex Regiment economy badge. I suspect fake but would welcome the opinions of the forum.
Photos beside a cut-out all brass badge.
Keith
Forum:
Foreign Badges and Insignia
08-08-23, 08:59 PM
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Greek Sacred Squadron Badge assistance
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830
Posted By
popskipa
Welcome to the forum Sam. The Greek Sacred...
Welcome to the forum Sam.
The Greek Sacred Squadron badge illustrated is not an original WWII item. The cap badge lugs and lack of motto on the reverse are a quick give-away.
If you use the...
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Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies
07-06-23, 09:11 AM
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LRDG badge opinions
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Posted By
popskipa
Yes it looks to be an original LRDG headdress...
Yes it looks to be an original LRDG headdress badge
Forum:
General Topics.
26-03-23, 08:50 AM
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Badge Repairs
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602
Posted By
popskipa
Kingsley thank you for the reply. I only...
Kingsley thank you for the reply.
I only have the two items for repair and don’t feel confident to do a good enough job myself. The title and badge are scarce and I could easily damage them with...
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Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies
25-03-23, 08:34 AM
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Real or Fake LRDG flag/banner?
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popskipa
The seller is a well known purveyor of...
The seller is a well known purveyor of fake/fantasy items.
Vongold and the many other names he uses is to be avoided.
Forum:
Airborne, Elite and Special Forces Insignia
24-03-23, 11:20 PM
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9 KARAT GOLD LRDG BADGE
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Posted By
popskipa
A very nice badge 9K is the gold content, 9...
A very nice badge
9K is the gold content, 9 carat.
Keith
Forum:
General Topics.
24-03-23, 03:06 PM
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3
Badge Repairs
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602
Posted By
popskipa
Badge Repairs
Hello
I have a brass shoulder title missing a lug and a badge with a hinge where a lug should be.
Would anyone on the forum be able to do the repairs or recommend a suitable repairer please......
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