The original paint has experienced chipping and wear on both the exterior and interior
This appears quite logical in view of his interest and ability and plans to eventually work in woods management for a pulp and paper company
the award issued 15 December 1942 with issue number “848641”
in a blue enamel surround
Becoming separated from the balance of his company because of a fog
Germany, Luftwaffe. A Pilot’s Badge, By Imme & Sohn GTRexclude The original paint has experienced(Flugzeugfhrerabzeichen). Constructed of nickel silver, the obverse consisting of an oval oak leaf wreath, joined together at the bottom by ribbon, overlaid by a swooping Luftwaffe eagle clutching a hand filed mobile swastika, the reverse with two visible rivets securing the obverse eagle in place, with a barrel hinge and vertical pinback meeting a round wire catch, maker marked JMME for Imme & Sohn, Berlin, measuring 64. 74 mm (w) x 52. 78 mm (h), in