BEDFORDSHIRE REGIMENT CAP BADGE - GENUINE OR FAKE?

[Stma]

Dear all,

I was wondering whether anyone could possibly provide some advice as to whether these two Bedfordshire Regiment cap badges are genuine or copies?

As you will see from the pictures, I have labelled them A and B to differentiate them.

Also, in order to further assist in distinguishing the two, please note the following:

Badge A has large sweat holes and a crimp mark on the slider.

Badge B has two tiny sweat holes, has a tapered slider and the scroll on the front is dark (looks artificially aged).

Also, it might be worthwhile mentioning that the metal on both badges is fairly thick and does not bend easily (as is the case with copies).

Any information / feedback would be very much appreciated.

Many thanks and regards.