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Old 30-05-16, 03:40 AM
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Just a couple of photos of AFC pilot wings been worn in photos and the original wings plus a rare Observer wing and a photo of him wearing the same wing ... well worn.
Have posted in the British section a couple of aussies who flew with the RFC and RAF and there wings .
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Old 30-05-16, 09:13 AM
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Wow !! Part of your collection ?? If you have any spares for sale kindly drop me a line !! I only have two AFC wings in my collection..always love to see them ..thanks Steve
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Old 30-05-16, 10:01 AM
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Yes Steve part of the collection and has taken me along time to get these items especially the complete groups with log book,glad you appreciate them.
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Old 30-05-16, 10:05 AM
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What a great collection, thanks for sharing. Those collections that take a long time to accumulate always have that extra factor.

Cheers Nick
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Old 30-05-16, 11:05 AM
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..my wings ..
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Old 30-05-16, 11:20 AM
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Nice..... but I think they would look better over here with these chaps.
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Old 30-05-16, 11:28 AM
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lol...i was thinking the same with yours mate lol
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Old 30-05-16, 11:54 AM
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Jack, Wonderful group, I am quite envious.

Steve, looking good.

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