Sturtruppe Badge

[Aldo]

The latest addition to my TK theme collection is this Austrian Sturmtruppe badge. I am aware of the myriad of fakes, replicas and outright fantasy Sturmtruppe badges being sold everywhere but I believe this a nice original piece. It is a zinc hollow back stamped piece with a simple pin and catch. It has a maker mark from Vienna. The patina and wear seem appropriate with no signs of artificial aging and the source is an extremely reputable dealer. I think it will fit in nicely with my other Imperial and Weimar era Totenkopfs. I welcome all opinions and thoughts.

Cheers, Al

[Raul]

Nice collection you got there

[CBH]

Looks like a well made badge, these scare me, but yours looks great.
Another great addition to your wonderful collection.

[Aldo]

Thanks Chris, these are a minefield but I think I did alright with this example.
Al

[AZPhil]

That is a cool looking badge.
Really emphasizes the Sturmtruppe roll.
Congrats.
Semper Fi

[Chopperman]

It looks good but Sturmtruppe badges are a complete mine field.
I would be wary of any of them that did not have direct provenance.