This raises many questions.... First it started out as a "Turnerbund" or Gymnastic Association buckle..
The roundel has a left facing eagle which in my opinion is earlier than the normally seen on PP / private purchase buckles... Kirby has more than a few examples... These are just some... some of my of my observations and opinions. I hope others will chime in..
I'd rather be A "RaD Man than a Mad Man "
When I see this I can only suspect that someone likely found a Turnerbund buckle in one place and a WH Roundel in another place and decided to marry the two of them, hoping for a better price...
Just my impression,
Glenn
I don't care for the roundel... It looks coated with some material.. Maybe shellac or other substance. But it also appears that some one took the time to attempt a "Groove" for at least this part of attachment..
Edit... I wonder if this is where the original "Foot" catch was .... Hmmmm.... Interesting
I'd rather be A "RaD Man than a Mad Man "
Yes... I had one just like your example in post #6... That resides in Kirby's collection now.. This is an odd one for me..
I'd rather be A "RaD Man than a Mad Man "
I hope that David North or Ben and others can add more... This is puzzling...
I'd rather be A "RaD Man than a Mad Man "
Yes, we have more questions than answers. Will wait for other gurus.
I am glad you boys know what you are talking about. I was setting here scratching my head wondering with what my wife calls "that stupid look on your face". I love her honesty even though it can be irritating at times.
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