Is it live or memorex?
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Rest easy, it's an original. Not WWI issue but more of what I consider to be a 1930's replacement.
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hi Marc,
Nice piece. That hinge plate is very characteristic of 1930's replacement pieces.Comment
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Some of these had non-magnetic centers. I had one by the same maker that appeared to be copper cored (not brass--copper). If I remember right, you also see 1939 Schinkelforms with the same type of hinge and pin.Comment
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Thanks gents! Just getting into imperial. Was at my good friend Tony Colson's house two weeks ago and had a blast - if you know him you know his stuff. i am considering this piece from Gailen David, is it a 30's replacement?
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Hi,
Re the first cross, yes, I agree, 100% genuine. Doug is correct, some 1939 Schinkels - and Round 3s - share the same hinge/pin/catch.
I used to think of this as a 30s type hinge/pin/catch assembly, until I went through Detlev's catalogue. Now I think of them as 20s/30s as this hinge type was actually in use since 1919 (eg dated Stahlhelmbund Badge series) as well as many 1920s state/veteran's association badges. It may even have been around in 1918, given it's simplicity and therefore ease of production.
Regards
Mike KRegards
Mike
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