South African SADF Marine Qualification Badge
Condition:Grade 1
Good used condition. Fully functional and field-ready, with light wear and typical service markings.
KEY FEATURES
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This original South African SADF Marine Qualification Badge is genuine military surplus from the 1980s Border War era.
1 Marine Brigade History
Introduced in the early 1980s, this qualification badge was awarded to 1 Marine Brigade personnel upon completing basic training during the South African Border War. The unit served as amphibious light infantry and harbour defence before being disbanded in 1990.
Design and Metal Fittings
The badge features a central globe grid pattern framed by a laurel wreath and a slanted naval anchor motif. It has an antique brass finish and measures 4cm by 4cm. Two rear pin posts provide secure attachment to a jacket or display board.
Display and Collection Use
This badge is ideal for militaria collectors, Border War historians, and military jacket customisation. It offers a rare piece of South African naval history from a unit that existed for only one decade.
Add this rare South African Marine badge to your military insignia collection.
This item was used by the Other Marines during the Late Cold War (1961–1991) and is in Grade 1 condition. It is in very good condition with plenty of life left. We recommend giving it a wash before wearing.
Grade 1 represents solid, fully functional military surplus that has been deployed or issued but remains in great usable condition with plenty of life left.
- Functionality: 100% field-ready. All main zippers, press studs, drawstrings, and buckles work as intended with no critical faults.
- Fabric & Wear: Structurally sound with light cosmetic wear, minor abrasion, or subtle fading from normal military use and laundering.
- Markings & Personalisation: May feature soldier names, unit numbers, service markings, or light depot stamps written on tags or fabric.
- Repairs: May include neat, professional military-standard stitches or minor reinforcement patches that do not compromise gear integrity.
- Storage & Cleanliness: Gear is serviceable straight out of the box, though a standard initial wash or airing is recommended to clear typical military surplus storage scent and minor handling dust.
| Product Code | SKU7945B |
| Department | Accessories |
| Condition/Grade | Grade 1 |
| Era | Late Cold War (1961–1991) |
| Issuing Country | Other |
| Service | Marines |
| Unit | 1 Marine Brigade (SADF) |
| Material | Metal (Brass Finish) |
| Dimensions | 4 cm x 4 cm |
| Attachment Type | Double Rear Pin Post |
| Colour / Pattern | Geometric |
| Key Features | Lightweight |
| Activities | Historical Reenactment, Everyday Casual |
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Worldwide Shipping: We ship overseas daily via Tracked Airmail and DHL Express (delivering in ~2 days to the US and 2–5 days to Europe).
60-Day Hassle-Free Returns: Take your time to inspect your gear. Return any item in its original condition within 60 days of delivery.
Free UK Sizing Exchanges: Need a different size? We will exchange it free of charge for UK customers.
Prompt Refunds: Returns are inspected and processed within 5 working days of reaching our Aberystwyth warehouse depot.
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