Thanks Andy

No offence taken at all I value your opinion very highly it is the only way I can learn.
I am always happy that someone with your knowledge and experience will take the time to view your opinion on any of my badges.
I am not familiar with the terms collector's use to describe badges and the only way i can do this is to ask stupid questions and describe them how I see and feel them by my eye.

Does this badge in anyway look like a good strike and all the other aspects you mention, apart from it being assembled incorrectly.

I am a bit lost now with various opinions but yours seems to be the more feasible as to the construction of the badge private purchase ??? and maybe one from me is a supplier mistake ???? I guess for the time being we will nwver know.

Thanks for your time in replying very much appreciated indeed.

My very best wishes

Paul.