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Old 09-01-15, 05:50 PM
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I recently picked up this WW1 Tank Corps badge, what are your thoughts on its authenticity?
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Old 09-01-15, 05:53 PM
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I think you'll get the thumbs down on this one
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Old 09-01-15, 06:07 PM
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Have to agree a thumbs down from me it should be on a slider and the ring spanner look is a give away IMO

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I recently picked up this WW1 Tank Corps badge, what are your thoughts on its authenticity?

Mike,
sorry, A BIG FAT FAKE!

http://www.britishbadgeforum.com/for...ght=tank+corps

Return to sender!

Andy
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Old 09-01-15, 08:25 PM
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Nice spanners!
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