Verwundetenabzeichen Black L/14 Fake or Real

[erentukenmez98]

I'm thinking of buying this black wound badge but couldn't be sure if its real or fake. I know there are quite a lot of different L14 or L/14 variations out there. So I just need your help about it.
Eren

[rbminis]

It looks fine to me.
Ralph.

[BlackCat1982]

Its a good one, made in buntmetall (zinc) hence the oxidisation on the rear.

[Neil Hever]

Indeed, a good one. However, the "pest" corrosion on the back gives me some concern. I don't recommend cleaning medals but something should be done to arrest that corrosion. I'm not sure how (or if) it should be treated. NH

[erentukenmez98]

Thanks for the responses gentleman! I'll go ahead and get it.Course I'll take care of the corrosion too (Even though I don't know how). Best regards
Eren

[Migobeego]

I'll take care of the corrosion too (Even though I don't know how).

Hi Eren, you can cover the affected area with a very thin layer of vaseline. That way the metal is no longer in contact with the atmospheric oxygen.

Regards,
Miguel.

[Ullergaard]

Hi Eren, you can cover the affected area with a very thin layer of vaseline. That way the metal is no longer in contact with the atmospheric oxygen.

Regards,
Miguel.

I have also used Vaseline on some of my medals to prevent further damage
Works just fine.

[rbminis]

The oxidation is caused by the excessive amount of flux used in the soldering process.
I recommend you brush off as much loose zinc pest as possible with a clean tooth brush and cover the whole badge with a coating of Vaseline.
Leave it on for 24 hours, and then remove as much as possible.
Ralph.

[erentukenmez98]

Thank you all again for sharing your experience and knowledge with me. I'm happy to hear that this badge is an original one. Oh and I will take care of that oxidation problem as you said. Best regards
Eren