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Originally Posted by Luke H
I wouldn’t give up on the real thing. It’s just a matter of time until one comes up cheaper on a buy it now or is misdescribed etc. Two weeks ago I landed a genuine first pattern Tyneside Scottish for a tenner on eBay. Bargains (and the occasional miracle) do happen. Chin up, it’s just a waiting game.
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Originally Posted by Hawthorn
Surely part of the this hobby is the chase, trying to find that badge you have always wanted and at a bargain price if possible. That's why as a Man in my fifties I still plod down to as many rainy car boot sales, sift through endless piles of tat in Antique shops and constantly question any one who will listen as to whether they still have relatives Wartime items.
Keep on looking, its still out there somewhere! 
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Completely agree with these sentiments. Waiting for, and eventually tracking down that long-sought after item is absolutely a factor in the enjoyment of collecting. And if at such a time the quarry can be obtained for a song, all the more gratifying.
JT