Data base of originals

[kevin john]

when i am looking to buy i always look in the database for comparisons , my question to all you experienced collectors is ,when i compare a badge on a dealers site with our database should they mirror each other or is there a a little bit of difference allowed as i spend a great deal of time comparing them as i have not been lucky enough to have had them in hand, thanks in advance for any answers Kevin

[Alex Bolotnikov]

Such main details as maker's mark, hinge, catch and rivets should be the same of course

[kevin john]

Hello Alex thanks for the reply so what about the definition in the wings ,body head and reef do they have to conform exactly,or is there a little bit of allowance as long as the maker mark hinge ,catch and rivets are the same Kevin.

[Alex Bolotnikov]

Hello Alex thanks for the reply so what about the definition in the wings ,body head and reef do they have to conform exactly,or is there a little bit of allowance as long as the maker mark hinge ,catch and rivets are the same Kevin.

Kevin, there could be some differences because the badges were manually finished. But it's better to post the badge here for the discussion before buying. Unfortunately even well know dealers are selling fakes sometimes...

[kevin john]

yes Alex it is problem in this hobby and if prices keep increasing it will not get any better,i do not buy to many badges, but until i feel 100% confident in my own judgement i always email Seb or Tom and they take a look for me and tell me if it is original and if the price is ok,we are very lucky to have two moderators with so much knowledge who are always willing to help us novice collectors.

[Sebastien T]

Hello Kev,

It can have few differences between badges as Alex mentionned as they were hand made but the biggest thing IMO is the pictures. Angles, lightning, background etc can affect what you are actually seeing and compare. Best things it ask to one of us or post on the subforumto have a good opinion until you become 100% confident.

Seb