Falklands Island Defence Force - British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum

Sonofacqms · #1 23-09-18, 08:51 AM

This Falklands Island Defence Force item has me wondering as to whether it's an original or a fake, diecast in alloy with two "prongs" at the back it measures 25mm deep x 20mm wide.

Thoughts and help appreciated.

Rob

engr9266 · #2 23-09-18, 10:18 AM

I have several badges to the FIDF but not this style so I don't really know....

Sonofacqms · #3 23-09-18, 10:57 AM

Jerry, thanks for the reply, it's a strange looking item which is why I put it up for verification as to it's authenticity, possibly made as a souvenir but for whom?

I don't think the Falklands has the footfall that the Costa Del Sol has . . !

Rob

engr9266 · #4 23-09-18, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Sonofacqms

Jerry, thanks for the reply, it's a strange looking item which is why I put it up for verification as to it's authenticity, possibly made as a souvenir but for whom?

I don't think the Falklands has the footfall that the Costa Del Sol has . . !

Rob

No but back in 1982 there were a lot of Spanish speaking "TOURIST'S" visiting

#5 23-09-18, 01:28 PM

Hi Rob,
Not an expert or have historical knowledge of the badge but this badge appears to be WM as against the 'brown' metal used. I do have one somewhere, at the time they were unfortunately scarce, so i could only get one with broken lugs. Will see if i can dig it out, i think the ceremonial ones were 'gilt' covered type. Regards Mark

#6 23-09-18, 01:36 PM

Hi Rob,
Just checked the site for FIDF, the one i have is the one shown on the link in this thread, shown on the beret. Bronzed badge, worn by all ranks, the 'shiny' one worn on ceremonials. Phew, saved me a few hours looking through boxes! Regards

https://www.britishbadgeforum.com/fo...highlight=FIDF

altcar73 · #7 23-09-18, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Sonofacqms

This Falklands Island Defence Force item has me wondering as to whether it's an original or a fake, diecast in alloy with two "prongs" at the back it measures 25mm deep x 20mm wide.

Thoughts and help appreciated.

Rob

There was a guy in the Southampton area (I think) who was knocking these out on eBay. He was selling them as repros. I have several slightly differently made variations (not solid backed) which they have used over the years none of which resemble your version.

Dave.

Sonofacqms · #8 23-09-18, 05:10 PM

Many thanks to all forum members who have replied, I am a little unsure as to what this badge is/was and to it's authenticity hence my putting it up for verification.

As to whether it's a dud or not I will keep intact until further information is received.

Regards Rob

altcar73 · #9 23-09-18, 05:30 PM

Just for info. these are the FIDF badges I have.

Dave.

Wmr-RHB · #10 23-09-18, 07:22 PM

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Originally Posted by altcar73

Just for info. these are the FIDF badges I have.

Dave.

Just curious. What is the difference between the upper most one and the rest. Is that design an earlier date? And when yes, when was the switchover?

Wmr-RHB · #11 23-09-18, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Wmr-RHB

Just curious. What is the difference between the upper most one and the rest. Is that design an earlier date? And when yes, when was the switchover?

Sorry I disturbed you.

I visited the thread linked to above. @revdougal posts there:

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This badge is thus said to be "c.1947/9 to 1965/6".

altcar73 · #12 23-09-18, 11:12 PM

Henk,

No problem my friend. Yes, I believe the information you quote is correct.

Dave.