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03-08-2010 10:50 AM
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Re: Authenticity of SS Officer Collar Tabs
I was reviewing old posts and as I also like the look of these tabs , I am confused that they did not generate a response at the time?
I would agree with the writer that the runes shown are quite hard to identify as genuine, when compared with the later woven and flat wire types or the more squat embroidered variety.
Are these tabs if fact correct and if so is it just the quality of workmanship that is used to determine originality in this case?
Any information would be appreciated.
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Re: Authenticity of SS Officer Collar Tabs
If they are fake it´s a very good job done. I can´t tell if they are good or bad but I like the look of them
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Re: Authenticity of SS Officer Collar Tabs
It has been a little over a year since I began studying the techniques used in the manufacture of items like the ones posted above. I have expanded my knowledge base considerably in that time largely due to the teachings of members of this very forum. Their suggestion in readings and posting of genuine materials that enable the collector to truly appreciate these little pieces of history is what sets this site above the others, not only in content, but in courtesy as well.
It is a long road to travel and I have taken but a few steps. I am certain the above pair of insignia are genuine but still lack the experience to answer my own initial question. I feel the reason no reply was given initially is that members just do not want to encourage another new member to get in the habit of posting "Fake or Real?" threads. I hope it remains so, the hunt for knowledge is so much more enjoyable than just having the answers dispensed.
Best regards and good studying to all,
CMH
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Re: Authenticity of SS Officer Collar Tabs
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Re: Authenticity of SS Officer Collar Tabs
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Re: Authenticity of SS Officer Collar Tabs
Many thanks for the reply.I agree that it is good to take the time out to study original items and there are some collar insignia that I do not have a problem with, hence the terms of my initial reply.
However, I do have a problem with this type of wire insignia and I am sure that I am not alone here, so it would have been great to see a reply when this matter was first posted.
Whilst it is great to set aside time to read the forum posts and get more involved in the hobby, I have found that due to other family commitments etc, I actually see less of my friends who also collect and I have not been to an militaria fair for some time.
I honestly think that I am currenty collecting in a bit of a vacuum sometimes.
Also, I have found that learning about insignia is not linear,it is not a straight line, and will be dependant on different factors not least the never ending line of fakes that abound and seem to improve a little bit each time.
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