and with that... you're in... welcome to PBI (BTW, Gadge... glad to see you back!!!!)

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The pips are pretty generic... but yes... they're metal. Like this:

They're hindus... hence its not cow leather... (I have seen straps for sale at militaria fairs, so no stress) Hmmm... the colour should be brown... ...