Mint Tropical Belt and Buckle Original or Fake?

[all1knew]

in my opinion, this buckle is absolutely fake. Saw it floating around in one of the facebook groups as a "Vet bringback"

William Kramer

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Resembles many of the modern reproductions (not even of decent quality) that are readily available in several finishes.

[all1knew]

more here as well.

[all1knew]

and some more

[all1knew]

these are identical to the DAK Afrika Korps fake that started the thread, correct?

[all1knew]

a side by side comparison

sure looks like a "berry" fake to me, can anyone please confirm?

[all1knew]

better photos of the buckle that started the thread. Once again, this is not an authentic buckle.

William Kramer

[Ben Evans]

Too true William, a well known fake sold on sites for reenactors, also known as the big berry fake, big beak fake