SAS wings, what period?

[Luc]

My apologies for the poor picture quality, I had to take them using artificial light which doesn't do the colours justice.

I believe these to be genuine SAS wings, but I'm unsure about the period of use. I've already asked 2 experienced collectors of SAS militaria; according to one they are WWII issue but to the other they are '50-'60 issue.

Any more suggestions? I would like to get the description correct before I list them on ebay.

I've tested a loose thread found on the front and the backing material and both were cotton.

[Unknownsoldier]

TBH I'd say they are mid-late 40s to 50s, if they were early 40s I'd expect more of a handmade quality.

Just MHO though

Tom

[Luc]

Thanks Tom!

[JON188]

I wouldnt say WW2 by the design of the parachute,but a nice set either way mate.
Jon

[platypus44]

i would think 50s or 60s myself,

humble opinion

based on design,

Luc can you advise when on ebay

i will have acrack at them at any rate

[Luc]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.d...m=320456760274

And no I haven't put your or Jon's estimate of date of production in the description as it was already listed.

[platypus44]

cool as i am in

[Luc]

Thanks and good luck.

[HamandJam]

I think it is early 60-ties.

Cheers
JB