Army Flak Opinions...

[Scott C.]

An oldie that I've had for decades presented for public scrutiny.

Thanks!

Scott

Lots of wear & character to this one - but is it authentic?

[Scott C.]

The bird...

[Scott C.]

The gun.

[Scott C.]

Back side...

[Scott C.]

Catch...

[Scott C.]

And the hinge. Thanks for your assistance

[Chet Sowersby]

Hi Scott,
What little I know of these tells me it's not a good one. Mind you, I do not collect these. It's just the knowledge I've gleaned from our site.

Chet

[Scott C.]

Thanks Chet - all opinions are valued. I'm just no good at spotting the little details.

While the piece has quite a bit of wear and "gunk" in the corners, there is still some fine detail in the pebbling between the oak leaves - but don't know if that means anything

Any other opinions?

[Frank Heukemes]

Dear Scott,

I do not think your badge is a fake. We have seen several badges of this unknown maker on this forum. Your badge just seems a little bit more difficult to evaluate because some of your pictures give a wrong impression and because your example is very worn.

[skip]

Boah, Franks not afraid to lean out od the window huh?

I would be of a different opinion. I don´t like the finish, the details or the fact that the eagles wing is not attached to the cannon but hey, thats just me and it could be fine.

Skip

[Frank Heukemes]

the fact that the eagles wing is not attached to the cannon

Dear Skip,

That is absolutely no citerium to discern a good Army Flak Badge from a bad one. There are known original Army Flak Badges with unconnected wing!

[Frank Heukemes]

I hardly ever lean out of the window, before I check if my feet stand on firm ground.

This badge here is identical, save for the reverse setup (Mike K).

[Frank Heukemes]

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[Frank Heukemes]

and one more from Ian Marotto:

[Frank Heukemes]

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