RNAS LT Pilot Shoulder boards

[Nichollg]

Hi All

Just received these shoulder boards today.
I believe they could be RNAS LT Pilot shoulder boards, World War 1ish
Would be interested in peoples opinions, please.

The back is leather and photos were taken at night in lighted room with a flash

Cheers

[arrestingu]

yes correct.

[Guzzman]

Totally agree. A very nice find. I'm jealous!

Pete

[Phillip Herring]

Was it normal for the wire prongs on the birds to be exposed, or should they have been covered by the backing?

Phil

[Alex Rice]

Shouldn't the birds be opposite facing?

[DAVID B HOWELL]

Originally Posted by Alex Rice

Shouldn't the birds be opposite facing?

Hi Alex

Yes

David

[Milmed]

And I believe the buttons should be screw shank on a base.
This may be a made up pair of boards using a pair of RN boards.

Steven

[Guzzman]

Hi all

Must confess I hadn't even thought about which way they were facing! I should have done. I'll shut up again and stop making comments ... it's safer!

Pete

[Alex Rice]

Pete
Never stop...that way I won't be the only guy on the forum looking like an idiot...just kidding . They're a great pair and something to be proud of, judging by the eagles, they were probably worn like that originally which is good.
The buttons probably should be screw shank but they weren't always available so I believe standard buttons were often used.
Cheers,
Alex

[Nichollg]

Gentleman thanks you much for your comments.
Putting aside the minor issues, I am very happy to have got them and feel they are genuine.
I had noticed the eagles were not opposing, but wasn't aware of the button issue.
I believe these variations are well with in the realms of day to day wear.
Always appreciate any comments made, it all helps to build discussion and understanding.
Cheers Gareth

[Eddie Parks]

The buttons are not a problem, they were usually fastened to the shirt with split rings.
Eddie