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Old 15-12-18, 04:17 PM
Harry Katyn Harry Katyn is offline
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Default FRENCH FOREIGN LEGION 5REI (TYPE II – SILVER MODEL) BADGE

I have only ever seen photos of this model which I believe was worn between 1949 – 51. Superficially this badge matches all the photos I have looked at; being painted with the correct Drago markings and even the ‘blob’ rear centre. However its pristine condition given its age and that it appears to be made of a light alloy metal (easily bendable) in addition to the shape of the ‘lug’ fasteners on the rear (which I believe are of a later style) make me doubt its authenticity.

I know Drago produced restrikes of this badge in 1964 and 1974 for SHILE but I don’t know if these editions were unmarked or dated with an ‘R’.

Can anyone confirm if this is a genuine example or a restrike?

Thanking you in anticipation.
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Old 15-12-18, 04:30 PM
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Hi Harry,

As far as I can see on your pictures, I should not spend any £ on this badge …

Best regards .. Herve
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Old 17-12-18, 08:17 PM
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Thanks for that Herve. I thought it was a bit cheap and nasty to be a genuine period Drago badge.
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