Canadian wings, opinions please - British & Commonwealth Military Badge Forum

fez · #1 20-09-12, 06:40 PM

Hi all,
Could i have your opinions on these wings please, date ect
Thanks in advance,
Fez

Bill A · #2 20-09-12, 08:35 PM

They are original. With the synthetic fabric backing, these wings date to the 1960's.

fez · #3 20-09-12, 08:43 PM

Thanks Bill,
The threads are actually not synthetic, they are all cotton.
Black cotton mesh with a paste stiffener.

Bill A · #4 20-09-12, 08:51 PM

Hi fez, Thanks for the note. There are some of these made with a synthetic backing. The ones you show are from the 60's.

fez · #5 20-09-12, 08:58 PM

thanks Bill

fez · #6 20-09-12, 09:01 PM

How much for a wartime set ??

Bill A · #7 20-09-12, 09:15 PM

Authenticated wartime ones range from $75 up.

fez · #8 20-09-12, 09:18 PM

so, this set are 50,s ??

Bill A · #9 20-09-12, 11:03 PM

These wings appear to be Type 8 in Ken Joyce's book, which are dated to the 50's.

fez · #10 21-09-12, 04:08 PM

Thanks again for your help Bill.
Fez