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Old 04-09-09, 03:53 PM
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Hi All,

Got given this patch some time ago and i'm trying to find it's history or if it's real or fake.

If anyone can help it would be very much appreciated as i'm told there are a lot repro's out there.

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Rob
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Old 05-09-09, 06:32 PM
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Rob, I have no doubts this is a fake. Possibly from ebay seller cunnard.
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Old 05-09-09, 09:06 PM
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Cheers Luc

Thanks very much for the info.

You are right i'm starting to know who to buy off and who not to.

Cheers once again.

Rob
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Old 06-09-09, 11:56 AM
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The Fallen Eagle militaria just sold an original one, the pictures are still on the site.
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Old 06-09-09, 06:04 PM
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Rob, You asked me to look and I'm afraid I can only mirror what's already been said. In my opinion it's another unconvincing copy. Mike
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Old 07-09-09, 04:55 PM
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Guys,

Thank you very much for the advice and opinion i surpose you only get what you pay for. I know one e-bay dealer i will not be using in the future.

Hopefully have others to post soon

Cheers again

Rob
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Old 07-09-09, 08:55 PM
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Rob, I've compiled a list of ebay sellers I recommend not to buy from. PM me if interested.
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