272 Reunion Day – Dallas TOR 2009

Posted on January 29th, 2009 in OA,Trade-o-rees by ramore

Here’s something that one doesn’t/can’t see very often – a reunion of three of the 272 sateens. This is the first flap for 272 Wewanoma out of Texas. Each was hand made. They came out prior to 1952 and are pictured in the Wabaningo book. It has been quite some time since these were last together. This is considered one of the best/hardest first flaps. They are typically valued between $18,000 – $28,000 depending upon condition and provenance. Thus, you’re looking here at the equivalent of 3 cars or a small house.

Boy Scout OA Lodge 272 Wenanoma F1 sateen.

Dallas TOR Best of Show – Sea Scout Ship Medallions and more..

Posted on January 26th, 2009 in Exploring,Insignia,Podcasts,Regions,Trade-o-rees by ramore

The Scouting Century Foundation’s display of Sea Scout ship medallions and flag ship fleet patches won “Best of Show” at the recent 2009 Dallas Trade-o-ree. We caught up with the Foundation’s Executive Director Sam Fairchild to discuss and review for you the contents of this display. See the pod-cast below.

Sea Scouting is the oldest specialty program within the BSA. It started in 1913 and continues to this day. It has its own highly distinctive and coveted insignia and memorabilia. Some of its most distinctive badges are ship medallions, youth designed badges, for each Sea Scout unit. Also, starting in the early 1930s through the late 1940s there were national and then regional and local competitions for the best ships. The Foundation now holds what we believe to be the best collection in the country. Sam wanted us to be sure to note that Kelly Williams, President of the Krelman Co. originally built the collection and in the past year worked with the Foundation to move it to their holdings.

Here’s our interview with Sam.

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