Tommy Wrote:It looks like an actual Flathead Screw that someone has attached to the reverse.
deValcourt Wrote:Oddly enough, that type of screw post base is not uncommon on later (late 1960s onward) badges - especially those made of aluminum. I have many MVD badges with this type of post. You are right, though. They do look like inverted screws.That's the reason for my questioning this; that screwhead. It is not slotted although it looks much like a common, flathead (western) screw. And it is somewhat common in the Soviet badge world although usually seen, I think, much later than the 1950-57 time frame of this badge in question.
This screwpost certainly has little in common with those of the Excellent badges that preceeded it, although it was produced well after most of them using later technology.
The badge itself I like, the patina, wear and plate as well. It's just the screw and it's attachment method I question.
The following statement I initially posted about 24 hours after the above post and I had posted it seperately, after I had done some comparing and made some observations, just to give what is below some context. My posts were edited and deleted without notice or reason.
I'll answer myself as there seems to be much more serious issues here at the moment.
I checked Igor's page for badges of this type and it seems the Pobeda factory, in the 50s, did indeed utilize these sort of screwheads. The two screwheads I saw are similar, though not quite so defined as mine, and my example seems to lack that distinctive dark Soviet solder flux or adhesive reside so commonly seen.
But as it stands I'm 98% sure this is good.
"patina imparts character" - PJS
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A wise man said: 'you should not pay a premium for what you want beyond your comfort level, and always ensure there is a mutually agreeable return policy.'
