Good afternoon gents,
I picked up this one today and I think it is a good one amongst the multitude of fakes.
Experts say that the WWII badges had lugs rather than sliders (this one has flat lugs) although post-war and pre 1953 examples with sliders are known.
The fakes have obvious (if you know) failings and this one doesn't. It isn't steel but does seem to be nickle (not nickle plated brass).
I was looking for a Ludlow made piece which this one doesn't seem to be but I think it may be by Gaunt of London.
It has very little wear which is also unusual for these as users tended to polish them to a very shiny and smooth appearance.
As usual, all comment and opinion is appreciated;
Regards
Mark
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