Canada, United Kingdom. A ‘Booby Trap’ No. 3 Hinge Type Release Switch, 1942 Republic of ensures snug fit at the

ensures snug fit at the front

executed in the finest-quality hand- embroidered gold bullion wire

original red ribbon connected but in tatters

Royal Canadian Air Force Reserve) and flanked on the right side by three vertically-placed lapel badges (Medical Crowned Caduceus

Canada, United Kingdom. A ‘Booby Trap’ No. 3 Hinge Type Release Switch, 1942 Republic of ensures snug fit at theA rare, genuine Second War British No. 3 Mk I release switch, in metal casing with hinge and single spring action intact, measures 77 mm (w) x 53. 5 mm (h), exhibiting light wear to exterior, remains very fine. Footnote: Designed for the Special Operations Executive, this single spring type was intended for triggering the detonator attached to the charge when a 150 pound pressure was applied and released. Based on purchase location, this item was