rathbonemuseum.com Posted September 15 Share #1151 Posted September 15 18 minutes ago, Based Captain Steve said: I'm trying to figure out the authenticity of these wings. I've tried looking online at forums for 318thw wings and the front part between the 318th and W7 is see through in their examples where here it appears to be mounted on a flat surface. I think they may have taken authentic pilot wings grinded off the front and attached the 318th Shield? Was this something that was done or is this someone trying to scam people? Would love to hear other people's opinions It was discussed here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfrost Posted September 15 Share #1152 Posted September 15 "Was this something that was done or is this someone trying to scam people?" The old saying that the French fight for the Republic, the British fight for the empire, the Germans fight because they enjoy it, and the Americans fight for souvenirs is probably true. I suspect that a few days after the Battle of the Little Bighorn, two Indians, Fat Elk who Sits At Table and his buddy, Honest Bear Story Teller, were selling knock-off 7th Cal spurs and leather skivies with GAC initials at their Teepee in Fort Asmic North Deckota. If someone can theoretically hump a buck out of an item, and there are bright-eyed rube with more cash than sense in the room... fakes will be made. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfrost Posted September 15 Share #1153 Posted September 15 On 9/13/2024 at 4:17 PM, Threewood said: Thanks Patrick! I'll post better pictures once I receive it. Is this considered a Robbins pattern? I have never been a big fan of the "Robbins pattern" meme, myself. I think it is more accurate to call this an "issue" or "graduation" pattern. But no matter what, its a nice wing. The Liaison rating is relatively rare so its always nice to have a good one in the collection. Good for you. P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manky bandage Posted September 19 Share #1154 Posted September 19 Well, after getting lost in the post, redirected across the other side of the country then being delivered to a house not even on my street; these wings have landed. I like them, but here are some better images than previously posted just in case. Hopefully I can tick these off of the list of wings, and go after the smaller shirt version next. These are addictive..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschwartz Posted September 20 Share #1155 Posted September 20 I think you can rest easy with that one. Looks exactly like it should. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manky bandage Posted September 20 Share #1156 Posted September 20 Many thanks Bob, its a minefield of crud out there. Glad my eyes are getting clearer and starting to be able to see through the hidden turds that the UK is awash with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted September 20 Share #1157 Posted September 20 You’ll get to a point where you will be able to easily distinguish good from bad Meyer wings at the drop of a hat. It just takes time and exposure. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threewood Posted September 22 Share #1158 Posted September 22 On 9/13/2024 at 5:17 PM, Threewood said: Thanks Patrick! I'll post better pictures once I receive it. Is this considered a Robbins pattern? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwnorma Posted September 22 Share #1159 Posted September 22 On 9/19/2024 at 9:32 PM, B-17Guy said: You’ll get to a point where you will be able to easily distinguish good from bad Meyer wings at the drop of a hat. It just takes time and exposure. This is really important. N.S. Meyer made some very good quality badges, but Meyer wings are unfairly maligned due to all the re-strikes. While not super-rare overall, some Meyer patterns can be quite scarce and make great additions to any collection! And as John points out, after a bit of careful study it is not too difficult to tell good from bad. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manky bandage Posted October 26 Share #1160 Posted October 26 My eyes are saying these are good, how about yours? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pfrost Posted October 26 Share #1161 Posted October 26 No worries there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manky bandage Posted October 26 Share #1162 Posted October 26 I managed to get them, And with a real stroke of luck; I managed to get his bracelet. It would of been a real shame knowing that they got parted after so many years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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