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Type 1 wing
Just picked up this type 1 wing, has been sewn on to a uniform.
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Hello Tanker Mike,
Hate to say, but these appear to be 1950s version to me. Some WW2 Canadian wing variations are easy to spot, while others can be tricky to differentiate time period. Cheers
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Here is a first pattern wing to compare yours to.
Cheers
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Mine has a non startch backed, I always thought the startch back in this style was post war. Also has the white canopy with oyster wings.
And my test, is smells old... |
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Here is my Type 1. It has been worn and has been trimmed. Got it from a great source.
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Gents,
Are you familiar with the book “Into the Maelstrom” by Ken Joyce?... He has actually ‘categorized’ wing production for a better understanding of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc… patterns. He doesn’t show the post-war years which is where some people may get slightly confused with certain Canadian wing styles. If you don’t have his book, I recommend you pick up a copy to familiarize yourself with. It has some great stuff in there. When I get a free moment, I will take a few pics of some wing variations for you to look at carefully to get a better feel for your wing you posted. Cheers!
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Phillip,
I don’t see a problem with my post. I’m always looking to learn more about this hobby, which includes books! It was simply a suggestion of what I considered a worthy purchase. I even offered to post some pictures of wings to help out. I’m sure Tanker Mike is keen enough to see that my post didn’t have any undertone of arrogance. Cheers
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I’m always interested in purchasing 1st Canadian Parachute Battalion memorabilia. Last edited by cw2311; 10-06-13 at 11:40 PM. |
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I think that Phillip was just pulling our legs.
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cw231 - Sorry, I wasn't taking a shot at you.
Phil
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Courtesy of The Canadian Forces: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-.../lineages.html Quod gratis asseritur, gratis negatur Hanlon's razor: Never attribute to malice that which can be adequately explained by stupidity. Last edited by Phillip Herring; 11-06-13 at 01:22 PM. Reason: Moderator's comment |
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The discussion is moving away from the question. The thread's focus is the analysis of the wing.
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Not a problem at all Phil, I didn’t think you were. What is your take on the wing posted?....do you have an opinion about it?
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Phillip I don't appreciate you taking a comment from another thread and posting it here, the only reason you would do so is to cause controversy and stir the pot. The original post with my comment has nothing to do with the discussion on this wing. Very bad taste on your part.
And by the way I have the book and I wanted discussion on the wing, if you don't have anything constructive or meanigful for the discussion I suggest keeping these comments to yourself. My point on the wing is that it is unusual that it is not startched back like post war, and is very similar to the type 1 wing. |
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I am sure that in general, starch back construction is a wartime economy measure used on British made badges, often seen on shoulder titles but also on formation signs and on trade and qualification badges.
Lee |
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Hello Lee, The Canadian parachute qualification wings, along with several other Canadian shoulder titles were made in the 1960's using a Canadian version of "starch back" construction. It consists of a mesh backing applied to the insignia with the adhesive / stiffener.
Again, lets keep the commentary focused on the topic.
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