Description
Stunning and rare to find true Deumer made pilot badge, in its correct case. The badge has tremendous eye appeal. The wreath retains all of the original factory applied silvering, with light frosting in the recesses, and the eagle is beautifully burnished. There is pleasant, even age toning, and only a faint trace of wear, with crisp details. The eagle shows the classic Deumer “Key-Hole” cutout between the legs. The reverse of this badge shows textbook Deumer hardware and construction, with a barrel hinge, and functional round wire pin and catch with no damage or repairs and the rivets remain tight. This badge is maker marked on the back of the eagle with “W. Deumer, Lüdenscheid.” This fine badge is housed in its correct case, which is specific to this manufacturer. The exterior is covered with a deep blue leatherette, with a pebbled texture. The word “Flugzeugführer” is embossed in gold leaf on the lid, in a Fraktur typeface. The exterior of the case retains nearly all of the original surface, and is in very nice condition, with only a few minor scuffs. The hinge and push button function with no issues. The inside of the case is complete and nearly pristine, with bold original color to the insert and to the silk lining. This cased Deumer Pilot Badge is a choice example that would be hard to upgrade.
