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WWII vintage 2nd Lt. Bars help


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I need to find a pair of gold 2nd Lt. epaulet bars of WWII vintage. I am not sure what they should look like or the measurements. Would some please post an example and give measurments.

 

The reason I need them is to replace the gold bars in my uncle's display case. His original bars are going to be used at my niece's commissioning next year.

 

If anyone has a pair of 2nd Lt. WWII bars, in good condition, for sale please let me know.

 

Thanks in advance.

 

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Are you looking for Marine Corps bars? Marine 2nd Lt bars for the shoulder epaulettes were 1 and 1/8 inch long, 3/8" wide and smooth, not beveled on edges. They can be pin back or clutch back.

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Yes, as I understand it, the Army's bars were beveled on the edges and (I think) a bit smaller but not sure about the size. here is a link to a Marine shoulder bar on ebay. It's pretty well worn but you can see it has no bevel on the edges and smooth with a slight curve for the shoulders.

 

 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/RARE-WWII-SCREW-BACK-USMC-1ST-LT-BAR-FULL-SIZE-STERLING-HM-/310648984228?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item48541f52a4

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There were quite a few manufacturers and variations made during that time period too. If you can post a photo of the front and back of one of your uncle's bars it could help narrow down an exact replacement for you.

 

Best wishes,

 

Joe

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This should give you an idea of sizes and differences in detail.

 

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