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    #1

    GAB opinion

    Recently picked this up off of the e-stand. Appears to be a GWL with a broken catch. I would like to know if replacing the catch would hurt the value even more. Opinions are welcome.

    Regards,
    Chris
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    #2
    Hi Chris,

    Nice original GWL, quite a rare GAB to find. I personally wouldn't repair it, the value will not increase by doing that and you can risk ruining it further by destroying what is left of the fragile finish.

    Tom
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      #3
      IMO yes the value would decline. These badges often lost their hooks/needles during battle or when taken capture and being ripped of the uniform by allied soldiers for souveniers. But I respect if you wish to restore it for your own happines

      Cheers Thomas

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        #4
        Hi Chris,

        I think it's up to you if you are going to replace the catch. But from my point of view it definitly won't increas the value of the badge.

        I have an nice IAB having the same issue like your badge. I decided to leave it as it is because it is a part of its history. But that's just a personal thing.
        Kind Regards
        Bosse

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          #5
          I would rather have one in my collection with broken catch then one with restored catch....
          I wouldn't touch it if it was mine.

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            #6
            Thanks for all of the input! I'll keep it the way it is to make sure that I don't ruin it.

            Regards,
            Chris

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              #7
              I like this one just the way it is.
              Kind regards,
              Giel

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