Originally Posted by
LongRanger
Hey, Dirk . . .
Hmm. Interesting badge . . . especially the back+edges . . .
When I first see this, from the front . . . reminds me most of the ‘wreathed’ ’65 --- lettering, gold-ish finish. But then the letters look less-consistent/lower quality, especially the ‘U.’ Can’t tell from the photos --- is the front lettering made up of metal, sticking up through/surrounded by black? Looks 'flat' . . . is it? Clear-coating sounds like a more-modern touch . . . would guess the date as ‘after (maybe way) ‘65/before ’90.’
The back --- very interesting, fine detail --- finished-off, in a way I haven’t seen on these . . . not pebbly+not smooth . . . textured. Edges very finished --- actually wrap around --- nothing like a Donner . . . higher-quality detail, this. Eyelets are small, thick, sturdy-looking --- finished, as well . . . unique. ’36’ is interesting but --- with no Maker’s marks . . . no ideas.
Keeping your pictures. ;)
Rick