LW Radio Op opinions - zinker

[luftwaffe303]

Hi Guys,
I just saw this badge few threads below:

http://dev.wehrmacht-awards.com/foru...d.php?t=119226

and I thought I will post my for opinions as it looks very much the same however I am not sure if it is late war or reproduction.
I can't find any differences between this badge in the thread above and my badge except for the fact that someone has applied some paint on the needle or is it suppose to be this colour?
Thank you for your opinions.
Thomas

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[Frank Heukemes]

Hi Thomas,

The pin might be replaced/painted, but the badge itself is original.

[luftwaffe303]

Thank you very much Frank! I will post it on e-stand.
Regards
Thomas