SADF West Rand Commando Pocket Flash (Metal)

Short Description

SADF West Rand Commando metal pocket flash featuring a red protea emblem. Collectable Territorial Reserve insignia.

Full Description

This item is a SADF-era metal pocket flash for West Rand Commando, a former light infantry regiment of the South African Armys Territorial Reserve.

The design features a red protea flower, a national symbol of South Africa and a widely recognised element in South African military heraldry. The use of the protea signifies the units regional identity and connection to national military tradition.

West Rand Commando was based in the Krugersdorp area and performed:
Area force protection
Local security operations
Support to civil authorities during internal stability tasks

Like all Commando units, West Rand Commando was officially phased out and disbanded between 2003 and 2008.

This metal pocket flash is a popular collectable among enthusiasts of SADF Commando insignia, particularly those focusing on the Gauteng region.

Specifications

Origin: South Africa
Force: SADF
Unit: West Rand Commando
Type: Pocket flash (metal)
Design: Red protea flower
Era: SADF
Condition: As per images
Size: As per image with ruler
Material: Metal

Condition

Condition visible in photographs. Images form part of the description.

Disclaimer

All information provided is given to the best of my knowledge and may be incorrect.