A "Pillow Crimp" PAB

[Greg]

I think that's what we're calling this particular setup.

This one has the "chromey" finish on the front that's been discussed before, and a matte finish on the back. The finish is shinier on the front than the scanner can show. The back is unmarked, and slightly dished.

60.0mm x 42.0mm, weighs 26.8g, none of the fittings are magnetic.

Any thoughts on whether or not this can be attributed to Foerster & Barth, as discussed in this thread? http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...ad.php?t=47960

Regards,
Greg

[Greg]

The back

[Greg]

The hinge

[Greg]

The catch

[Jan Arne S]

Hi Greg !

Nice PAB .
Not so often to se this maker , beleived to be Foerster & Barth .

Jan Arne

[Philippe DB]

Dear Greg,

I agree nice find.

Still missing that variant myself. Untill now I always passed on the few I had the opportunity of buying because I never was satisfied with there condition. Lucky for me I have a patient character.

In relation to the maker I still haven't encountered a second L/21 marked badge with that typical pillow crimp. The day that happens I'll feel confident on F&B being the maker of these PAB's.

KR
Philippe

[skip]

Lucky sod Greg. Also another one that I am looking for. As the others already said, and as I am sure you know yourself, one of the harder ones to find. Nice condition to.

Skip

[Sal Williams]

Hi Guys,
We are reffering to these as "pillow crimp" Because of the raised platform that they seemed to be crimped into?
Best, Sal

[skip]

Yep, you got it Sal. With a bit of imagination it looks like a pillow.

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