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SAS Brevet Age
OK guys sorry to be adding to the ever growing list of 'what do you think' threads but im a bit stumped. I have limited experience with these wings and am still learning but am purchasing a pair of wings off a friend (also a well respected student of militaria). He is selling them as WW2 so come with a hefty price tag but i today had a friend tell me they are 1960's era. im in a bit of a bind so would much appreciate your help here.
thanks in advance ! Last edited by Timmy; 23-06-20 at 03:49 AM. |
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Timmy,
There are other SAS experts on the Forum who no doubt can tell you much more about this particular wing than I can, but I thought you might want some information right away. This style of SAS wing, sometimes called the “moth” wing because of its distinctive shape, is typically associated with the Malaya campaigns of the late 1940s to early 1950s, although there are some collectors who say the wing was in use earlier, at the end of WW2. If you can wait to conclude the deal until the Forum’s SAS collectors weigh in, then they can give you expert advice about the wing’s era, authenticity, and market value. Best of luck! Stay well, Donovan
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As Donovan mentioned, I believe it's a 50-60's era wing because there's photographic evidence of it being worn in this era but not in WW2.
What is the asking price on the wing? Paul |
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thanks Paul ! I have attached a picture of the badges im buying .... the lot is quite expensive but i think the SAS badge component is 360 gbp.
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Hi Timmy,
That seems a bit steep for that wing. From memory this type is in the 200-250 range. Are you looking for a WW2 example? Paul |
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Can anyone else add to this ? The seller is a friend and I and I want to be Sure Cheers Tim |
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I would have thought it would still be possible to actually buy good example of the ordnance Pattern 13123 parachutist badge, which do date from 1944, for that sort of money, which is certainly what I would do if I wanted something from the war, without having to break the bank.
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Far too much in my opinion, you would certainly struggle to get your money back any time soon.
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Hi Tim,
Just a quick heads up that these repros are still doing the rounds and are an additional complication. Regards, Graham
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thanks Donovan, seems pretty much what i was told today.....
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