WW2 “BDS” Bomb Disposal Squad (Royal Engineers) embroidered trade insignia

In very good condition. As worn circa 1942-1945.

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Code: 66824

Royal Tank Regiment (RTR) WOs & SNCOs Mess Dress Bullion Cloth Arm Badge Qui S'y Frotte

A wire-embroidered gold bullion thread Regimental cloth arm badge in unissued condition.

Worn as an arm badge by WOs & SNCOs on Mess Dress. The motto "Qui s'y frotte, s'y brule" translates as "Touch me, and you burn". It commemorates 9th RTR for their services in WW1.  read more

Code: 66694

A&SH Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Captains Embroidered Cloth Rank Shoulder Slide Slip On

A Captain's shoulder slide for wear on the officers grey shirt. Black wool embroidered " A. & S.H. and 3 pips.
In very good condition and scarce.

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Code: 64554

Royal Artillery Sergeant's No 1 Dress Gold Bullion Thread Arm Badge

In very good condition, black hessian backing.

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Code: 66572

British Army Proficiency Badge - MG Wreath ' 1st Class Machine Gunner / Machine Gun Marksman

Embroidered in cream thread on khaki cloth
In very good condition. Hessian backed. An early issue.


Edward & Langley No 56A refers (but this one embroidered)

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Code: 66502

WW1 Period British Army Proficiency Badge - Crossed Swords - Qualified Swordsman

As worn by Physical Training Instructors as well as qualified swordsmen.

Edward & Langley Nos 9 and 27A refers.

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Code: 66503

Tank Corps / Royal TanK Regiment (TC/ RTR) Officers Arm Badge

An early light bronzed example on two original blades, believed to be officer's issue. Circa 8cms long. In very good condition.

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Code: 66076

British Army Proficiency Badge - Collar / Harness Maker, Saddler, Saddletree Maker

A quality brass arm badge in the shape of a horse bit with four horizontally fitted original loops (flat connector style) with original brass backing plate and cotter pins to the reverse. Circa 4cm tall and 3.7cms wide. In very good condition.

Worn on the upper right arm of the trades listed in the title for mainly horse units such as the Cavalry of the Line, Royal Artillery, Roy...  read more

Code: 66504

British Army Proficiency Badge Embroidered Rifle - Marksman / First Class Shot

Single embroidered white on khaki SMLE rifle, 1931 dress regulations stated it was to be worn on the lower left sleeve and at an angle of 45 degrees, upwards and inwards. Removed from uniform and in very good condition.

Edwards & Langley p52 Fig 34E refers.

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Code: 66469

Royal Tank Corps / Regiment Bronzed Metal Arm Badge

Bronzed brass example with two original loops. As worn in the 1920s and 30s when serving overseas.
Circa 6.7cms wide. In very good condition.

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Code: 66476