Poll: Repair or not
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Leave the damn thing alone! Don't mess with what looks like a period repair
54.55%
12 54.55%
Have the solder removed to make the serial number readable
40.91%
9 40.91%
Repair the enamel only
0%
0 0%
Remove the solder AND repair the enamel
4.55%
1 4.55%
Total 22 vote(s) 100%
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Damaged, Repair, Clean, Preserve Soviet Awards And Documents.
ekclete Wrote:Wow that really is a blob of solder!!

Yeah, ain't it ugly? Smile Then again I'm guessing the repair was done years ago by the owner in Mongolia.

ekclete Wrote:...but I am not sure the cost of that in comparison to getting a different badge all-together. Then again that is not taking into effect how rare the badge might be and the chances of getting another one. Ty clete

It's not that rare; there are some to be had at various dealer's sites. Then again Mongolia is not *that* big a country, medal-wise at least.
My price was about a quarter of the going rate (for this specific instance) and the repair guy, while out of the country, is known for his excellent work and great prices. I've a request in to him to see what the price is but say $30 for both enamel and solder I'd think 'not a bad deal'.

I'm gonna withhold my own ideas on what repairs to make for the momoent so as not to confuse things on this poll.
"patina imparts character" - PJS
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.'
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