Early tombak Air Gunner Badge in case of issue made by Juncker, Berlin. It is the actual badge Sabatier has regularly worn and can be seen on many photos. The badge is Juncker, Berlin maker marked and comes with a lovely patina. Rivets sit firmly. Catch and hinge absolutely original attached. A great badge with character. Condition 2.
Case with minor damage to the top and hinge. It opens and closes perfectly. "Luftwaffen-Fliegerschützen-Abzeichen" lettering to the top. Condition 2-3.
Hans Sabatier served with III. Seenot-Gruppe der Luftwaffe u. Seenotdienstführer Mittelmeer as a Bordfunker (radio operator). His unit, which was 6. Seenotstafel based in Syrakus, Sicilia, has rescued over 500 pilot's and flight crew members. Sabatier was shot down on 1.11.1943 in Italy. Sabatier was highly decorated: 1939 Iron Cross 1st and 2nd Class, Radio Operator Badge, Squadron Clasp for Aufklärer in bronze, silver and gold, 1938 Kreissieger Badge, Sudetenland Medal, Sports Badge.
His grouping was purchased by a local collector by the family. The first owner of the grouping is our consignor. The grouping was never available on the market.
