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Forum: General Topics. 21-11-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Hi Dean Many thanks for your reply - much...

Hi Dean

Many thanks for your reply - much appreciated.

Expat's website is indeed excellent -

Kind regards

John
Forum: General Topics. 20-11-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 558
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Essex Regimnet

I would appreciate an opinion on the following two badges (pictures attached)

I purchased them a few years ago but I am now looking to sell them. They came from reputable sellers but I am looking...
Forum: Other Army Departments and Corps Badges 05-02-22, 12:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 620
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Thanks Chris

Thanks Chris
Forum: Other Army Departments and Corps Badges 04-02-22, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 620
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Army Cyclist Core

Thanks Simon - much appreciated


John
Forum: Other Army Departments and Corps Badges 04-02-22, 04:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 620
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Army Cyclist Corps

Hi

The attached extract which includes my grandfather (FORD, George Alfred) contains abbreviations that I am hoping someone can help with, specifically:

London DCC.186
VIth CCB

I am...
Forum: Other Militaria 09-05-20, 04:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 980
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Medal Ribbon Bar

Hi Kevin


From left to right:

1939-45 Star
Africa Star (8th Army)
Defence Medal
War Medal 1939-45
Territorial Efficiency Medal
Forum: Off topic 17-12-18, 10:39 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 10,816
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Worth a look

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBk490qijho
Forum: Off topic 02-05-18, 08:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 850
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Here was one for sale: ...

Here was one for sale:

https://www.ebay.ie/itm/15A-1471-Treescape-parachute-abseil-device-1960-70s-RAF-/282863276672?hash=item41dbf71280
Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 29-04-18, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 692
Posted By Sawstonjohn
The 3rd Vol Batt. does look to have been...

The 3rd Vol Batt. does look to have been blackened.........
Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 28-04-18, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 692
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Essex Regiment Glengarry badges

Could I have your opinions on these two badges please?
Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 23-03-18, 11:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 500
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Latest Addition - off topic

Picked up this little chap from a rescue centre two weeks ago (Heathlands near Royston, Hertfordshire) His mum was a rescue dog from Ireland and he was born at the centre. We collected him from his...
Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 08-03-18, 07:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 645
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Paul Attached is a good one........

Paul

Attached is a good one........
Forum: Off topic 04-03-18, 04:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 750
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Talking Looks like the guy who works down our chip...

Looks like the guy who works down our chip shop.........:D
Forum: Reproductions, Restrikes, Fakes, Forgeries, and Copies 28-02-18, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Two for discussion please

Here are two items I bought in good faith as 'original' that I currently have / had for sale on ebay. Genuine concerns have been raised and I would welcome your views please
Forum: Military Buttons 07-02-18, 11:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 667
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Variant

Here is another similar pattern for identification......
Forum: General Topics. 22-01-18, 09:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sawstonjohn
STOP PRESS

I am pleased to say that an amicable solution has now been found between myself and Rod Flood.


Many thanks to those on the site for their advice and support


John
Forum: General Topics. 22-01-18, 07:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Search 'SUFFOLK' page 2: ...

Search 'SUFFOLK' page 2:

http://www.mindenmilitaria.com/shop.php


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Suffolk-Regiment-scarce-Officers-bronze-Victorian-cap-badge/173102671277
Forum: General Topics. 21-01-18, 05:36 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Alan Rod Flood states that OSD badges...

Alan


Rod Flood states that OSD badges were worn in the Boer war 1899 to 1901 and at home as well.


Rod Flood provides assurance that this badge is correct.


This particular badge was...
Forum: General Topics. 20-01-18, 08:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Sufolk QVC OSD

I will be relisting this badge. I have contacted the dealer who does not feel a refund is justified.

The following will appear within the description on ebay (and has been agreed yesterday by Rod...
Forum: General Topics. 18-01-18, 10:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sawstonjohn
I originally purchased this badge from a well...

I originally purchased this badge from a well established dealer for £85.00.
He is a dealer who is well known to this site. I am currently disposing of my entire collection.

If this is a 'dud' I...
Forum: General Topics. 18-01-18, 10:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,314
Posted By Sawstonjohn
The dealer from whom this was originally...

The dealer from whom this was originally purchased from gave the following reference: Ref K&K Vol1
Forum: Military Book and Media Reviews 25-04-17, 07:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,579
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Dunkirk

This clip from an earlier version still remains very powerful........


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QijbOCvunfU
Forum: New Member Introduction Zone 24-09-16, 09:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,136
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Hi You may also wish to try here....... ...

Hi

You may also wish to try here.......

http://www.britishmedalforum.com/
Forum: Off topic 09-09-16, 09:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,535
Posted By Sawstonjohn
I think you'll find a useful chapter in this...

I think you'll find a useful chapter in this chaps autobiography

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bruce_Forsyth
Forum: General Topics. 07-09-16, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 826
Posted By Sawstonjohn
Looks good to me:)

Looks good to me:)
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