Luftwaffe Glider Pilots Badge. Exceptional aged finish
(Segelflugzeugfuhrerabzeichen).
MAKER MARKED SUPERIOR QUALITY LATE WAR TYPE WITH EXCEPTIONAL AGED FINISH
The Luftwaffe Glider Pilots badge was awarded to qualified Glider Pilots of the German Airforce. Introduced in 1940, the Air Gunners badge was worn by all types of air gunners other than wireless-operator air gunners.
A good quality die-cast late war style zinc piece with a really nice aged finish. 2 piece rivetted construction. With makers mark 'SBW' and original late style needle pin. A really authentic looking badge.
The WWII Luftwaffe combat badges and breast awards offered by the Regalia Specialist are made to the most exacting standards whilst still providing excellent value for money. Where possible original Third Reich period tools and dies obtained from Germany in the 1980's are used and traditional European manufacturing techniques are employed. We believe that that small touches like authentic pin fixings and original style finishes will enhance the enjoyment of these items and these litte extras are offered wherever possible.