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Old 23-07-20, 05:16 PM
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Hi,
I have the opportunity to purchase the following Commando insignia. As much of the insignia has been copied to death, I am seeking guidance on the authenticity of these badges. Personally I have doubts about two and not enough experience to decide on the rest.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Andy
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Old 23-07-20, 05:24 PM
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All fake Andy I'm afraid
All the embroidered badges look Pakistani made with the spaghetti backs. The printed No 2 is also a know fake, with both colours printed on a white synthetic backing, whereas the original was just printed black on red cotton/canvas
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Old 23-07-20, 06:11 PM
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Hi Paul,
Really fast and informative response, thanks. I must admit the V.Commando & F.F. Commando set off the warning bells with the Pakistani spaghetti backs. I was unaware of the No.2 Commando so thank you for the heads up on that.
I thought there might have been a chance on the D Troop having never seen the back of a genuine one.
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Andy
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Hi Andy,

Paul nailed it with his informative reply, all fake.

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It is worth while to study an remember these. The style and construction is used on many fakes, not just these. Could save you from a mistake in the future.

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Old 24-07-20, 05:54 AM
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Thanks guys.

Just saved myself a fortune and learnt what to watch out for in the future. Excellent and supportive guidance from the members of this forum.

Andy
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Old 24-07-20, 07:41 AM
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A "fortune" is the issue, I have no particular problem with fakes in themselves when sold as just that, but, so many dishonest buggers come along and very deliberately offer their wares at a nowhere sort of price, under the value of original examples, but, way too much for a relatively low cost fake.
Of course, there are the sellers who simply "don't know" but, they should consider do a little research before they offer their wares, any reputation once lost is permanent.



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Thanks guys.

Just saved myself a fortune and learnt what to watch out for in the future. Excellent and supportive guidance from the members of this forum.

Andy
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