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    J1 Observer for opinions

    Have at it guys- so far the only pics I have.
    Thanks in advance.

    cheers

    Matt
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    #2
    Cast fake IMO

    Seb
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      #3
      J1 Observer for opinions

      Looks like it could be possible, but I would like to see some additional pictures of the hinge area, rivets and makers mark. It didn't receive the best hand finishing either.

      Seb is prob right on this one though
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        #4
        That is what I am afraid of looking at the eagle but figured it was worth posting. Hopefully more guys will chime in. I will ask for better pics as well.
        Thanks Gentlemen!

        cheers

        Matt

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          #5
          I was hesitant too. Hinge weird. Face weird. Might be good but first reaction was I didn't "like" it. Areas around hinge/catch have that "just been added" look.

          That one should go to the Malta School of Badge Refinishing.

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            #6
            IMO reproduction,dont see the details that should be there.

            original to compare.
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              #7
              pics

              Here are additional pics from the seller.

              Thanks again for your input.

              cheers

              Matt
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                #8
                .

                couple more
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                  #9
                  .

                  Last two.

                  thanks again.

                  cheers

                  Matt
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                    #10
                    Hi Matthew

                    Not an expert but, assuming mine is OK, it doesnt give me a "warm & fuzzy" feeling either Matthew

                    1) Weak & coarse/ruff detail on eagle/wreath
                    2) Metal doesnt quite look like either NS or tombac
                    3) Hinge looks too short & stubby for Juncker
                    4) pointed pin (instead of blunt) with atypical Deumer style flat spot near hinge

                    Cant comment maker mark & rivets from picts

                    Wait for others but hope it helps a bit

                    Regards

                    JC
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                      #11
                      oups, duplicate post
                      Last edited by Jean-Claude; 04-25-2014, 07:42 PM. Reason: duplicat post

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                        #12
                        Thanks for the new pictures, its definately a reproduction. Rivets, hinge and catch are not juncker as well as the marker mark. Details are not there ln the eagle and wreath.

                        Seb
                        The German Luftwaffe Pilot and Combined Pilot and Observer Badges of WWII 1933-1945
                        Volume I & Volume II


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                        Now Available
                        www.luftwaffepilotbook@gmail.com

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                          #13
                          Agreed.....a well made repro.

                          Sorry

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                            #14
                            AGREED, fake but very well made for sure. No doubts will fool some collectors down the road.

                            Tom
                            If it doesn't have a hinge and catch, I'm not interested......well, maybe a little

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                              #15
                              Looks like a Florida special!
                              Interested in hand-stitched EM/NCO LW insignia and cuff-titles
                              Decorations of Germany

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