Hi Guys,
Bit late here but here goes:
1. Gaunt B'Ham is 1973 onwards - Welch Regt had an active service end date of 1969 so this badge is an unofficial commission or possible cadet issue if indeed they actually wore them.
2. Smith & Wright looks good but I would have expected to see the slider slightly more tapered. If you have some digital calipers can you measure the width of the top of the slider (near the bend) and near the 'point' for me and post them here.
The gold back denotes the final dye colour used in the anodising process - nothing more so don't get hung about this sort of thing.
3. Looks like a rare fake as opposed to an unofficial commission. If you decide to sell it please let me know first as if it is a fake item (I need to handle it first) I would like to include it in my book.
It's not a "Famous Regiments" issue as these all had pointed lugs.
Hope this helps.
Chris
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