1 CACR Cap Badge - Authentic?

[8Hussar]

I have had this badge for a while now and every time that I decided to sell it (yes, it will be for sale) I convince myself that it is a reproduction. I put it aside for a while and then convince myself that it is good. If my fellow forum members do not mind, please put me out of my misery and let me know if it is good or not. As I said, the aim is to sell it but I will not if it is a repro. Thanks

[WJ Miller]

Curious. Why do you think, or what specifically about this badge makes you suspect it is a reproduction?

[8Hussar]

I think that it is because there are so many repros on the market and when I compare it to photos of real badges it lacks the fine details or crispness. I have never handled a real one before (I collect CEF) and I realize that the wear could be because it was worn and polished but I would rather be safe than sorry as I don't want to be know as someone who is peddling fakes.

[Bill A]

Garry, This thread has the identifying characteristics of the authentic and repro badges. http://www.britishbadgeforum.com/for...highlight=CACR

[8Hussar]

I've compared it to that in the past and it seems to match up well with the real badge but, in my opinion, not perfectly. I guess nothing is ever perfectly matched after years of wear. I just have that bit of nagging doubt because of all the repros out there. Maybe the British side of the Forum has me sceptical of everything these days and maybe I should start accepting that things are real until proven otherwise vice the reverse.

[Darrell]

Hi Gary

Looks OK to me. Looks just like mine and the guide (and Bill) says that's a good one.

Bring it next Sat?

regards
Darrell