skypilot6670 Posted April 16, 2016 Share #301 Posted April 16, 2016 Currently on EBay.Here is a link .Someone with more computer skills could please import photos.Is this real?http://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIGINAL-WWI-ULTRA-RARE-US-FRENCH-LAFAYETTE-FLYING-CORPS-BADGE-WITH-STAR-/111812575136?hash=item1a088c7fa0:g:-lwAAOSwI-BWL3Oa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted April 16, 2016 Share #302 Posted April 16, 2016 Currently on EBay.Here is a link .Someone with more computer skills could please import photos.Is this real?http://www.ebay.com/itm/ORIGINAL-WWI-ULTRA-RARE-US-FRENCH-LAFAYETTE-FLYING-CORPS-BADGE-WITH-STAR-/111812575136?hash=item1a088c7fa0:g:-lwAAOSwI-BWL3Oa Here's two of those ebay images (#111812575136). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skypilot6670 Posted April 16, 2016 Share #303 Posted April 16, 2016 Thanks Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kropotkin Posted April 17, 2016 Share #304 Posted April 17, 2016 Here's one for you lads. I saw this 1.5" balloon observer wing, being sold as a combat observer wing, for a pittance so thought what the heck, nothing to lose. The finish looks pitted and in places indistinct so could be cast, but I supposed (perhaps wrongl) that small sweetheart sized wings aren't often faked. So could it be a cheaply produced period piece or just a knock-off? Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wedgehead30 Posted April 20, 2016 Share #305 Posted April 20, 2016 H&H Naval Aviator Wings. Would these be post war? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfrost Posted April 20, 2016 Share #306 Posted April 20, 2016 They very much could be. It's not like they drew a line in the sand and said, "the war is over, time to change up until the next war starts". These wings were probably used well after the KW time period as they moved through old stock and dies. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pconrad02 Posted April 20, 2016 Share #307 Posted April 20, 2016 Patrick, But didn't they switch to the electro solder mention in the early 50's? These look more late WWII to me.. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pconrad02 Posted April 20, 2016 Share #308 Posted April 20, 2016 Patrick, But didn't they switch to the electro solder mention in the early 50's? These look more late WWII to me.. Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AAF_Collection Posted May 28, 2016 Share #309 Posted May 28, 2016 I would welcome opinions on this Command Pilot wing. To me it looks like a late 30's/early 40's non-sterling Amcraft, although it isn't maker marked. Thanks, Matt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROBS Posted May 28, 2016 Share #310 Posted May 28, 2016 I'd agree with your assessment. Nice wing! -Brian Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonesy1275 Posted May 28, 2016 Share #311 Posted May 28, 2016 I'm thinking about purchasing a M43 jacket that has a glider pilots cloth wing. Could I have your opinions on it please? It's not the greatest photo from the seller and he can't confirm the authenticity/time period of when the wing was sewn on the jacket. I have seen original photos of Glider Pilots wearing M43's with a cloth wing sewn. Neil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROBS Posted May 28, 2016 Share #312 Posted May 28, 2016 looks to me like it was sewn on yesterday IMO... fabric has not settled flat into the garment at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kropotkin Posted May 28, 2016 Share #313 Posted May 28, 2016 Gentlemen, I'm a little suspicious of this AE Co pilot wing I Just picked up. An initial look at the hallmark persuaded me that this wing was ok but on further inspection I have my doubts. I've read that AE wings relatively poor quality gives off a cast-like aura, but in the cold light of day these look like a cast copy. Your frank and expert opinions will be gratefully received. If it's a collective thumbs down, I'll be going to get a refund tomorrow. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AAF_Collection Posted May 28, 2016 Share #314 Posted May 28, 2016 Personally I'd say your AE Co wing is original WWII period, based on comparison with original AE Co wings I have. Matt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROBS Posted May 28, 2016 Share #315 Posted May 28, 2016 It's a cast fake, unfortunately. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfrost Posted May 28, 2016 Share #316 Posted May 28, 2016 I'd be inclined to agree with Matt. It looks fine to me. AECo are not the sharpest of the wings. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BROBS Posted May 28, 2016 Share #317 Posted May 28, 2016 It seems like bubbles and pits on the obverse?! I've never seen that on an original? Also the back looks 'puffy' and the edge shows casting marks rather than die marks IMO. I will have to pull a few of mine out and look at them again. I know on a few the strike is not that sharp but they don't look like this. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted May 29, 2016 Share #318 Posted May 29, 2016 BROBS, I see what you mean about the pits, pimples, blemishes and inconsistencies along the edge of the wing, but I believe Patrick's and Matt's evaluation is correct. AECO wings do appear to have been pumped out in large numbers without the quality control seen with other manufacturers... so with AECO made badges, I focus on the cleanness of the shield ribbing and crispness of the hallmark... which both display well in this case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kropotkin Posted May 29, 2016 Share #319 Posted May 29, 2016 Thanks for the feedback, guys. So do AECO wings often display such bubble/pits? Does anyone have any genuine examples they could share to illustrate a similar poor finish? It's all a learning process for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Ragan Posted May 29, 2016 Share #320 Posted May 29, 2016 They very much could be. It's not like they drew a line in the sand and said, "the war is over, time to change up until the next war starts". These wings were probably used well after the KW time period as they moved through old stock and dies. P Well said! Sometimes I just have to shake my head and wonder where some collectors get the idea that when a war ends changes to everything take place. Or, when a new version of something comes out, all the old stuff somehow disappears. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AAF_Collection Posted May 30, 2016 Share #321 Posted May 30, 2016 Thanks for the feedback, guys. So do AECO wings often display such bubble/pits? Does anyone have any genuine examples they could share to illustrate a similar poor finish? It's all a learning process for me. Here's an AE Co pilot wing I have for comparison. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AAF_Collection Posted May 30, 2016 Share #322 Posted May 30, 2016 Detail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Kropotkin Posted May 30, 2016 Share #325 Posted May 30, 2016 Many thanks for sharing, Matt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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