mghcal Posted August 4, 2014 Share #1 Posted August 4, 2014 Here's a really cool wing I just picked up a couple days ago. Didn't know what to think until I saw the back with what looks to be Chinese fastenings. Thanks to this forum I was able to recognize that unique locking device. I really do enjoy the details in these. What do you think? Would be great to make this a chinese thread with some more examples so feel free to share yours if you'd like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mghcal Posted August 4, 2014 Author Share #2 Posted August 4, 2014 Side Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mghcal Posted August 4, 2014 Author Share #3 Posted August 4, 2014 Back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rathbonemuseum.com Posted August 5, 2014 Share #4 Posted August 5, 2014 Good looking wing Mike. Does indeed look like Chinese findings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tarbridge Posted August 5, 2014 Share #5 Posted August 5, 2014 I like the chasing...looks great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted August 5, 2014 Share #6 Posted August 5, 2014 Wow! That's a wonderful badge Mike. The extra hand-worked detail in the shoulders and shield really makes this badge stand out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomcatter Posted August 5, 2014 Share #7 Posted August 5, 2014 Top class CBI wings!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mghcal Posted August 5, 2014 Author Share #8 Posted August 5, 2014 Thanks guys glad you enjoyed it. When I bought this wing there was a lot of grime in the shield and the details in between the verticals weren't visible. Was a nice surprise to see such a cool design after I washed some of that crud out with water. Here is one more closer photo of the unique catch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ram957 Posted August 5, 2014 Share #9 Posted August 5, 2014 It's a beauty !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted August 11, 2014 Share #10 Posted August 11, 2014 This one needs another look. Truly a rare WWII Command Pilot badge! Any others out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #11 Posted August 13, 2014 Sorry for my slow reply Mike, been busy. Yes, as you asked, I do have some similar pilot wings. I think I have put some of these on the forum before. I do consider these Chinese made. Here is the first... John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #12 Posted August 13, 2014 Second front Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #13 Posted August 13, 2014 Second back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #14 Posted August 13, 2014 Another CBI pilot, this one might be India. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #15 Posted August 13, 2014 Back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #16 Posted August 13, 2014 Here is a Command Pilot. Never been sure if this one is India or China, but lean towards India. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #17 Posted August 13, 2014 Back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B-17Guy Posted August 13, 2014 Share #18 Posted August 13, 2014 I have I number of other CBI pilot wings, but those are the closest to yours. Great wing you have Mike and a wonderful addition to the threads on the forum. I hope this thread gets more attention. Best, John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschwartz Posted August 13, 2014 Share #19 Posted August 13, 2014 Whoa John, nice wings! Always loved the CBI stuff. Thanks for posting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted August 13, 2014 Share #20 Posted August 13, 2014 Whoa John, nice wings! Always loved the CBI stuff. Thanks for posting. Ditto! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mghcal Posted August 14, 2014 Author Share #21 Posted August 14, 2014 John those wings are just amazing! WOW! I'd seen that first pilot on here but not the Liason or the Command Pilot. What I really like on the first one is that chasing which was engraved across the entire wings. The Liason also has the same cool effect across the inner wings and then down around the shield which makes it quite stunning with the contrasting smoothness going towards the wingtips. The other two possible Indian made wings are just as nice especially the cool wreath on that command pilot. Just incredible wings! Thanks a ton for adding these. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted August 14, 2014 Share #22 Posted August 14, 2014 I agree...John's Liaison Pilot wing is gorgeous with extra hand chased detail! This Air Crew badge may have been made by the same craftsmen: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted August 14, 2014 Share #23 Posted August 14, 2014 Closer image... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted August 14, 2014 Share #24 Posted August 14, 2014 Similar attachments, however the extra lock on the catch has some damage: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustywings Posted August 14, 2014 Share #25 Posted August 14, 2014 Close up of the catch and lock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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