Canadian Forces The Big 2 Best in the West RCAF Squadron Crest Patch Vintage

The Canadian Forces The Big 2 Best in the West RCAF Squadron Crest Patch Vintage is an embroidered cloth insignia representing a Royal Canadian Air Force squadron. The patch features the official crest used by “The Big 2,” a nickname for No. 2 Squadron, along with the motto “Best in the West.” Notable elements include the distinctive squadron badge with appropriate heraldic symbols and mottos. The design is characteristic of mid- to late-20th-century RCAF insignia, with detailed stitching in traditional blue, red, and gold colors. This item was typically worn on military uniforms to denote unit affiliation and foster esprit de corps among personnel. As a vintage piece, it reflects the historical insignia used by Canadian Forces airmen during the period referenced. Such patches are often collected for their association with military history and their representation of unit lineage within the Canadian Armed Forces.