Edinburgh University TC

[jim a]

Was surprised at the size of this badge when I recieved it.Aslo N/S copper lugs. As I don't have many OTC style badges I'm wondering if it's legit. It looks good to me but would value any input..... thanks Jim

[aboode]

I am surprised at the name. As far as I know from 1908 to 1966 they were called "Edinburgh University O.T.C.", then from 1966 to 1994 "Edinburgh & Heriot-Watt Universities O.T.C." and since 1994 "City of Edinburgh Universities O.T.C.".
Although they are part of the T.A., I have not seen it in the name before.
Aad

[Mike H]

Originally Posted by aboode

I am surprised at the name. As far as I know from 1908 to 1966 they were called "Edinburgh University O.T.C.", then from 1966 to 1994 "Edinburgh & Heriot-Watt Universities O.T.C." and since 1994 "City of Edinburgh Universities O.T.C.".
Although they are part of the T.A., I have not seen it in the name before.
Aad

Same with Glasgow University,it was at a point in the 50`s Glasgow TCTA then changed to Glasgow and Strathclyde University OTC

[Alan O]

Unfortunately this badge has been very widely restruck using an original die or one that is identical to the original. According to Bosley's auction the original badges had long maker marked sliders with the name of Gladman, Norman and Spencer, Birmingham on it.

The copies come with 2 lugs, 3 lugs and unmarked sliders.

This is what I believe to be an original maker marked badge.

The TA designation resulted from their move into the TA in 1947 until they returned to a separate UOTC status in 1955. I would expect there to have been a time delay before the new badges were adopted and then replaced. A Q/C version without the TA title resulted. In 1966 the unit was re-titled with the introduction of Herriot Watt University students.

[49lassiepen]

I only have the a/a Edinburgh University Officers Training Corps Dowler Birmingham slider This is also a very large badge

[Mike H]

This badge also exists in anodised aluminium, very very rare. I have only ever seen one. If i recall correctly,it was slidered.