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I hope the pictures are restored.
I am not amused. mad Posting pictures to have them disappear is frustrating. Don shared his time and talent to show us excellent close ups and now. Gone.

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I noticed a few days ago that a picture that I'd posted on page three had disappeared, just thought it was a blip. But now it seems it's not. I only post direct to the forum, I do not use hosting sites, so it can't be that...

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Don, I knew it wasn't your pictures.
Something on the forum slipped. confused

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Thanks Joe, that makes me feel a little better. I was begining to think that it was just me....

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I wonder if the two holes drilled into the Bregenz 1943 badge were so it could be hung from another badge? Kind of like the D.Sch.V. badges.

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There must be more collectors of these badges. confused

Please share what you have.

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Looks like it's just me then..... frown

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Don,

Thanks for always showing because I love viewing your collection. These are just great. The WHW organized shooting matches and gave out some pretty nice awards as well. Thanks

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A nice set Don. Thank you for sharing.

I'm still looking but not finding any. frown

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Don,

To echo Mikee and Joe's comments again, yes, a big thanks for making time to share your impressive collection with us. There's an amazing diversity among these Tirolian-themed, shooting pins and badges. You've given us a good opportunity to look at, study and appreciate many of these delightful awards.

Best!

Bill

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Thank you Gentlemen for your kind words.

To tell you the truth, I'm having a devil of a job finding these things & it's driving me crazy.... The trouble is, to do the book I need an example of each badge to show, & ideally in each grade as above.

Ho hum. Glad that you like them at least.

Thanks
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Don, Your shooting badge collection is outstanding. Beautiful badges.
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Thank you Ed.

Here's a recent find, German rather than Austrian this time.

This features the Münchener Kindle from the Munich coat of arms. Although instead of holding a beer stein & radish (or a book as sometimes depicted), this one has a rifle....

Cheers
Don

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Intriguing badge Don. Congratulations once again on a nice find.

DSV - is that the D.Sch.V. without the ch?

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Intriguing badge Don. Congratulations once again on a nice find.

DSV - is that the D.Sch.V. without the ch?

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Thank you Joe.

Yes, at least that is what I assume.... I also guess that the 16 has something to do with the area group?

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16 - could be unless it refers to the 16 days of Oktoberfest. smile

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Joe,

Gotta hand it to you, you just might be on to something with that ... leastways it's a very good, logical thought.

Don,

Can't thank you enough for sharing the fruits of your collecting labors with us. Hopefully you'll be an inspiration to anyone with a sincere desire to collect things that aren't that well documented as of yet. I know it can be tough going and sometimes frustrating to collect in areas that haven't been thoroughly explored and understood. As far as I know you're a pioneer in this field of study and I truly wish you all the success in the world.

I wonder if a visit or inquiry to the München Hunting and Fishing Museum might pay off? Maybe someone on the staff could hook you up with a person who's knowledgeable in this area? There has to be somebody in Germany who's well versed in this field of study, possibly a person who doesn't frequent the internet sites? Maybe an "oldtimer" from one of the local shooting clubs near Munich? Just a thought ...

Best regards!

Bill

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Joe,

Could be....

Bill,

Thank you for your kind words.

I know the museum you mention, some beautiful displays. It may indeed be worth a try. I have not spoken to anyone in Germany, but I have found a strong reluctance within the Tirol to discuss anything from this period with "outsiders". Even the dealers there are not happy dealing with, as it was described to me, people from the winning side!! Even after all these years.....

Thanks again
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After a drought lasting well over a year I have finally been able to add some pieces to my collection.

A few months back a fellow member agreed to sell me his collection of Tirol pieces (you know who you are & thank you!)... Then as usual just like waiting for a bus, a few other pieces appeared on the market.

Here are some scans of the pieces. Most came from the fellow collector & a few from other sources. 2014 has been a good year so far....

Don

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I see so many beautiful badges.
Don, you spoil us sharing so many rare pieces.
Thank you.

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On the Kreis Scheissen Landeck 1944 are there five grades? Iron, bronze, silver, gold, gold w. wreath.

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Hi Joe,

Thank you for your comments.

No, only the usual four grades (bronze silver gold & gold with leaves). If you are referring to the pieces in the above picture, they are from two different years. Bronze, silver & gold for 1943 (the silver is heavily patinated) & silver & gold with oakleaves for 1944.

Landeck basically used the same design for both '43 & '44. The only difference, apart from the year on them, was that the wreath on the '43 was enamelled & painted on the '44. Here is a pic, the gold on the '43 has faded & I suspect that the '44 has been repainted post war.

Cheers
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Thanks Don,
I see now. Sensory overload, did not pay attention to detail.
So many nice badges ~~~~ my eyes keep going back and forth. smile

The Salurn stands out, made me do some research. Wish I could visit there.

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Don,
WOW! What a great collection you have, I'm impressed that's for sure. Thank you!

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Thank you Gentlemen.

Joe. I haven't been to Salurn yet, it's on my list to visit. I managed to get to Kufstein last week. A beautiful little town, & the castle which is shown on their badges is very interesting.

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Bringing this back around for any who may have missed it.

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Just picked this little piece up. I believe Bavarian.

The piece is a rich chocolate brown with dark green lettering & hard to see in the scan, I've tried to lighten it a little, hope you can see the details ok.

Cheers
Don

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Don,

I meant to comment on this and somehow got sidetracked ... glad Joe brought it round again. grin

Really a fantastic bunch of goodies in that last big lot, some of the nicest shooting badges and pins I've ever seen. Great, clear reference photos too. It's always a pleasure seeing what unique gems you'll turn up next.

Many thanks for taking time to treat us to your wonderful collection.

Best regards!

Bill

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Thank you Don for sharing your collection and all your efforts. Hopefully there are others who see this thread and would like to contribute to completing the few missing pieces. I wish that I could help.

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Thank you Gentlemen for your kind words. I'm pleased that you enjoy seeing them.

I'll see what else I can dig up....

Don


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Don,

Thank you for posting the photos and information on the Shooting Badges. I have enjoyed learning about these awards in recent days!

Here are a couple of National Shooting Badges that I have.

Can you tell me if the 1939 Gold Badge is authentic? There is no maker's mark and the finish is wearing off. Everything else looks good to me. I appreciate any thoughts you might have.

Thanks!

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Hi UncleFred,

Thank you for you comments. I am sorry form my late reply, been a tad busy.

A couple of fine original badges you have there. What you see on the reverse of the gold 1939 is rust coming through the finish. These are magnetic & therfore ferric based. It is very common to see this on these.

Thank you for posting them

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Don,

Thank you for the information. I picked up the badges in Innsbruck and was pretty sure they were authentic. I haven't been able to find any additional badges, but will keep looking!

Thank you again.

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Hi,

How long ago did you get them? These days it is almost impossible to find these in Innsbruck. The Austrian authorities have cracked down heavily on the sale of NS items.

I was speaking to a couple of dealers when I was last there & they were saying that in the old days there were so many of them they couldn't give them away, now they just do not see them anymore.... People are just too afraid to try & pass them on.

Cheers
Don


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