Original Soviet Union WWII Guard’s Badge Russian Maxim 1910 As Jackson lay dying

As Jackson lay dying

exhibiting light wear and finish crazing and checking consistent with age

The breech of the barrel bears the " Birmingham Small Arms Company " logo of three stacked rifles and the barrel bears genuine British proof marks

revolver competition was at an all time high

Original Soviet Union WWII Guard’s Badge Russian Maxim 1910 As Jackson lay dyingOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a great example of a Soviet Guards Badge from World War II. The only flaw with this piece is the loss of enamel on the flag as shown. The badge retains its original backing which is maker marked. The badge measures roughly 2 x 1. Soviet Guards The title of Guards within the Soviet Armed Forces was first introduced on 18 September 1941, at the direction of the Headquarters of the Supreme High Command (Stavka).