1st Pattern Schwerin Schnellboot-Kriegsabzeichen Tombak

This just arrived in the mail today. A nice but well worn 1st pattern 7.01 tombak Schwerin S-Boot award. Schwerin is the only maker of a tombak version of the 1st pattern S-Boat

Most of gold wash is gone but some still present. All of the white wash is gone. Some remnants of the dark grey wash on the waves present as well.

Weight of 22.4grams and dimensions of 44.9 and 57mm all conform to standards. Known die flaw below the makers mark is present as well. Hinge and clasp all are

Post my purchase there was further discussion on another forum regarding a few points although the consensus was that it is original. Most notably what appears to be some of the grey wash on the wave further up on the rear of the boat near the deck flag as well as an untypical finish on the reverse. Hopefully these close up photos will help.

IMHO an original award with some honest tunic worn wear.

Any and all opinions are welcome.

Double click to enlarge photos. I have tried to take photos of all areas where observations were raised.

Regards,

Michael

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