Japan, Empire. A Second War NCO’s Pilot Badge Republic of (Doppelfernrohr mit Kasten)

(Doppelfernrohr mit Kasten)

the reverse marked “A

The cuffs of each sleeve have additional slashes which close with identical buttons

constructed of smooth light brown gabardine wool

Reserve Warrant Officer Schmidt has constantly proven his mettle since the beginning of the war

Japan, Empire. A Second War NCO’s Pilot Badge Republic of (Doppelfernrohr mit Kasten)In bronze and bronze gilt, illustrating a five pointed gilt star in the centre backed by emanating rays, framed by arching copper gilt feathered wings on either side, with chrysanthemum petals at the base of each wing, a two bladed propeller placed horizontally at the base, measuring 35. 94 mm (w) x 50. 95 mm (h), with vertical pin on the reverse, overall gilt loss on the wings, contact marks, very fine.