An Early First War Bavarian Pilot's Badge By P. Meybauer, Berlin Newly Listed He enjoyed wrestling

He enjoyed wrestling

(George Busk)

knight’s crosses have been numbered from 1 to 451 only

Only with difficulty have I been able to obtain the requested leave of absence from my superior authority

An Early First War Bavarian Pilot's Badge By P. Meybauer, Berlin Newly Listed He enjoyed wrestlingAn excellent early example of the Bavarian Pilot's badge well executed in silver, weighing 23. 4 grams, measuring 69. 5 mm x 46mm, without makers mark however exhibiting the manufacturing characteristics, such as pin assembly, known to P. Meybauer of Berlin; with deep retail stamping of AWS in centre reverse, with pierced crown and with a pleasing toning to the silver, a period worn badge and an excellent example, remains extremely fine.