Is this Pilot Observer badge legit?

[schnellmann]

The guy who owns this wants A LOT of money for it, and I was wondering if it is genuine, or crap? I have heard a lot of bad things about this badge... Thanks

[Stewy S]

Sorry,it's bad. Stewy S

[schnellmann]

Here is another of the rear.

[Stewy S]

Sorry,still bad. It's meant to be a balloon observers badge not a pilot observers badge. Stewy S

[schnellmann]

Sorry,still bad. It's meant to be a balloon observers badge not a pilot observers badge. Stewy S

Yes, I know it is a Balloon observer's badge. I just had a mind fart. I am glad I didn't buy it. The jerk is asking $900 for it! Have you ever seen a LEGIT Balloon Observer's Badge? Could someone please post a legit badge?

[Stewy S]

Last one i saw for sale was about £4,500. If any were awarded it was only in small numbers or possibly private purchases. I don't have one to show. Stewy S

[StuG III]

This badge was made by a British actor called Sean Barry Weske. After his acting career ended he was heavily involved in the production of badges and insignia that were used as movie props.
Tom

[Stewy S]

That explains the "wrong" BSW mark Tom. Stewy S

[StuG III]

Yeah Stewy, an intentional rip off of the original BSW maker.
Tom

[Stewy S]

A clever different lettering order though. Stewy S