I agree with the comments on here. The IWM does have fake badges so it’s advisable not to use them as a benchmark.
Also, how old in service was your Old Contemptible?
Bear in mind unless he was a reservist called back to the colours in 1914 and issued new kit then his cap badge, depending on length of service, will likely have been issued years earlier.
Worth finding out when he enlisted as potentially even an Edwardian badge ‘may’ be more appropriate for your man.
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