Flugzeugfuhrer-Abzeichen

[smithyraaf]

Hi Guys,
I am looking at buying this Luftwaffe Pilots Badge. Marked GW 900 silver, these are the best photos I can get. What are your thoughts.
I accidently put this on the Panzer badge page.

Regards,
Shane

[Kradmelder]

That´s a cast copy based from a "FLL" pilot badge.

KR
Joe

[smithyraaf]

Thanks Joe, you have saved me a lot of money. Just when you think that you have found a dealer you can trust.

I am still learning when it comes to German badges especially fakes. What are the signs to look for regarding this badge.

Regards
Shane

[MAP]

That´s a cast copy based from a "FLL" pilot badge.

KR
Joe

Joe,

Do you know of a good Luft awards reference book? Even if it is focusing on just one award? (I have the Para book).

[Kradmelder]

Thanks Joe, you have saved me a lot of money. Just when you think that you have found a dealer you can trust.

I am still learning when it comes to German badges especially fakes. What are the signs to look for regarding this badge.

Regards
Shane

The marking GW 900 silver on this badge is the biggest red flag. Reverse set up (hinge, pin, catch) is also wrong for "FLL". Also the rivets.

@MAP :Only in italian language, but i think this book is good:

https://www.nonsolostoria.it/aviazio...153233688.html

Or the book from Previtera: Combat badges of the third reich Vol.2

[smithyraaf]

Thanks for the reply, am working on getting some reference books.

Regards,
Shane

[MAP]

The marking GW 900 silver on this badge is the biggest red flag. Reverse set up (hinge, pin, catch) is also wrong for "FLL". Also the rivets.

@MAP :Only in italian language, but i think this book is good:

https://www.nonsolostoria.it/aviazio...153233688.html

Or the book from Previtera: Combat badges of the third reich Vol.2

Too bad Mr. Scapini's publisher B&D didn't want to print this in English.... They have with his other books

I now remember the Previtera book. Is it any good. I remember seeing it a long time ago but forgot! Thanks!