US Army Parachute Rigger Badge | Vintage Felt | Cheesecloth Backing
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Description
A pristine example of the "Red Rigger" badge.
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Significance: Awarded to soldiers trained in parachute packing and maintenance.
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Construction: This is the desirable Felt/Wool Base variant. Unlike modern fully embroidered patches, the background is the black fabric itself.
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Authenticity: The reverse displays the classic white "Cheesecloth" (gauze) reinforcement, a hallmark of US manufacturing from the Vietnam War through the early 1980s.
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Condition: Mint / Unissued. Sharp details and vibrant colors.
Technical Specs:
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Badge: Parachute Rigger
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Base: Wool Felt
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Backing: Cheesecloth / Gauze
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Style: Cut Edge
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Condition: Mint.
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