Paul R

The Glider badge is one of the few that I do not have at this time... I would even settle for a repaired example at this point!! From my limited experience in glider badges, I would say that yours is a great example. Top Self condition! Paul

I bought it from the Estand a few years ago. I feel that it was a great price too. I remember feeling suprised that it had been there for so long(several weeks). I have the badge displayed in the Ryker's mount with my other badges. I keep the box in a safe place to prevent damage. Awesome rider's Badge set!!! Warm regards Paul

I do see the differences in the feathering. There is not as much detail in the repro. Also, the wreath looks more like a laurel of conifer limbs than oakleaves. It is a pretty darn scary repro. It would be even more tricky if it were to be aged/worn. V/r Paul

The medals were accidently switched when I flipped them over. The one that was on the top in the last frame is now on the bottom. They both seem to be variations of type 1 listed above. Paul

Here are some better scans. Thanks to Rick's help, I am finally getting the hang of this scanner!!

maker of the badge... Does the number "16" represent anything?

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Beautiful examples!!! Hard to believe that they are around 90 years old!!! Paul

Thank you for the information. Do you have any of these? PAul

Beautiful bar!!!

Here is my Eboat boxed set! Although this is not a politcal award, I decided to post the follow photos as they show a construction method to these rare cartons. Paul

This is the first 1813 grouping I have ever seen! Nice find!! Paul

Nice set Gerd!!! I did not know that they came boxed like that!!!

Those are sweet!!! I have never seen an EM board with the Justice device!!! That is a real rarity! Paul

Thanks Rick! What do you think about the possiblities of the LW/Luftschultz bar? Although the combination is very unique, it is possible(?) for a member of the Luftschultz to be a fire fighter? As I understand the Luftschultz, it was largely made up of reactionary citizens... first responders who had regular jobs(teachers, store keepers, and etc). Only the upper echelon had "full time" jobs within the organization.(please correct me if I am wrong). So, if a member of the Luftschultz was a full time fire fighter, that would account for those medals. If the forementioned was possible, he could have volunteered with the LW as the war waged on. Although not a likely combination, but possible? (or based upon the flower medals, Luftwaffe first then sent home after being wounded and filled the forementioned Luftschultz/Fire Fighter Role?) I know... I am really pulling deep on this one!!! :-D What is the middle ribbon and device on the upper bar?

Thank you Gene. I will send an email to request more pics. I will post them here!

Thank you, Rick. Your explaination is just what I need! Paul

Thank you for posting these bad bars. I am learning a lot here... What give the bars away as being fake in #'s 29 and 30? Also, what can I do to detect the Ohio Parts Handsnipped Brassers without removing the backing material? Also, is there a way to detect these using photos only? Many apologies for these basic questions. Paul

Rick, It does look kinda crude in detail, yet it is "too far away" to tell for sure. I think that the second and third bars from the top as well as the bottom one are definately out. The second one from the top... Is it possible to have all four flower medals/clasp? I know that Himmler wore all three medals, yet that was an exception to the rule. My problem with the third bar is the NSDAP 15 year ribbon and the RAD Service ribbon. Where is the NSDAP 10 year ribbon? My problems with the last bar are the three NSDAP service medals and the Heer/KM service medal. That is not possible. My next problem is with the Blood Order Ribbon bar. As far as I know, it was never worn in that manner(on a ribbon bar). I cannot clearly see all of the devices on the top ribbon bar. I feel that the fourth bar from the top has a chance... from what I can see. Paul

That is an awesome find. Is it true that the 1813 EK had a non combatant variation? Is there anyway to verify a loose noncombatant EK is being shown with it's original ribbon?

Gene, It is one Hermann Historica website. I will have to send an email to get more photos. What is it about the hat you do not like? I do knot know much about visors. Paul

Quite the comprehensive shoulder board collection!!! Paul

Nice General Officer sets! Do you have any Luftwaffe General's insignia? Paul

I found this on Hermann Historica All we need now is a tunic!!

Thank you for posting!!