P.O. Box 596
Crystal Lake, IL  60039
(815) 788-9561
email:  kristiananderson@prodigy.net

Oakleaf will be attending the upcoming MAX show in Monroeville, PA. October 3-4. Please stop by and say hello. If you see any item in inventory that you would like to see at the show, please contact me. View the 3 new major items that Oakleaf is featuring: An SS Junkerschule Bad Tolz Chronicle, a flask grouping belonging to Fregattenkapitan Heinrich Lehmann- Willenbrock and a beautiful Allgemeine SS enlisted man's visor hat with original box! Help stimulate the U.S. economy - spend your tax rebate check with Oakleaf Militaria. Oakleaf will be adding a new section for FIELD GEAR. In order to expand Oakleaf's inventory, I am seeking authentic high quality Third Reich consignments. For further details please contact me.

 

 

 

Gallery of Past Offerings


0710EW27-1small.jpg 0710EW27  - Bahnschutz, Railway Leader's Dagger by Carl Eickhorn - They don't come much nicer or rarer than this! This very rare dagger features a mint dagger has a near flawless black celluloid swirled grip. The pommel with the moving swastika is bright and unscratched. The lower crossguard features the winged railroad eagle. The dull finish, aluminum scabbard is undented and in mint condition. The blade bearing the Eickhorn logo shows 100% crossgraining. If you've been looking for one of the rarest of Third Reich daggers, this one would be near impossible to upgrade. SOLD.  More Pictures
0710EW11-1small.jpg 0710EW11  - TENO subordinate's hewer by Carl Eickhorn. This fine example features the TENO styled eagle pommel over white grip plates. The silver plated surfaces show the slightest amount of scratches and wear. The grips are free of cracks and chips. These edged weapons are almost impossible to find now except in collections and major shows. The lower crossguard features the TENO eagle that reflects excellent detail.This is a massive piece. The blade is in excellent condition with no problem areas. Under the obverse eagle is stamped "5853" as is the scabbard throat. It's important when buying these to make certain these numbers match. The scabbard still retains its original paint which is in excellent condition as is silver finished areas. Rare piece in great condition. $3999.  More Pictures
0411EW2-1small.jpg 0411EW2  - NPEA Chained Officer dagger. This dagger is a rare piece! The unchipped, chocolate brown grip features an aluminum eagle. The grip fits the upper and lower plated crossguards perfectly. The reverse of the lower crossguard is marked with the school stamp "N473". The crossguards do show minor lifting and wear. The tang nut appears unturned. The blade is mostly bright with minor "smudging". The motto "Mehr sein als scheinen" is clearly etched.The buffer is intact. The distributor of course was Karl Bergsmuller, Berlin. The scabbard retains most of its original olive green paint. The plated silver fittings show normal wear. The chain shows roughly soldered brass links that connect to the middle scabbard fitting. The clip is unsprung and DRGM marked. This very rare textbook example is offered at SOLD.  More Pictures
079H27-1small.jpg (39198 bytes)079H27 - Kriegsmarine officer's tropical visored Schirmutze. This very rare officer's version of the Luftwaffe Hermann Meyer is stunning. It features cello insignia with a metallic cockade. The chincords are likewise cello. The copper brown cotton material is mint except for a very minor water stain on the visor. It doesn't detract at all. The eagle and cockade are neatly hand-stitched to the cap body. The interior is lined with dark green cotton and maker stamped with the 57 ˝ size. The brown leather sweatband is 100%. $8500.     More Photos    
086EW1-1small.jpg 086EW1  - SS officer's type II chained dagger (M36), named with portepee. This dagger has it all! Not only is this dagger in fantastic condition, the original's officer's number is etched into the reverse of the lower nickel crossguard. To begin, this dagger features, all nickel silver fittings. The SS button is straight up-and-down. The grip eagle shows deep definition giving it great detail. The black grips are free of chips and cracks. Tied to the grip is a portepee which indicates wear by an Waffen SS officer. The upper and lower crossguards are as nice as you would like to see. The reverse of the lower crossguard has the officer's SS number "54583" neatly etched into the silver. Researching this number we learned that the dagger belonged to Felix Baungartner. Baumgartner entered the SA in 1932 and later served on the staff of SS-Absnitt XXVII in 1939 . Later he went on to hold positions with 6. Sturm/II. Sturmbann/Ersatz SS Totenkopfverbande and transferred to the Waffen SS September 1, 1939 (Poland). He instructed at Bad Tolz and went on to serve with THE 10th SS Panzer Grenadier Div. (Frundsberg), Totenkopf Div. and Das Reich. Baumgartner held the rank of Obersturmbannfuhrer in 1945. Baumgartner was awarded the SS Totenkopfring (Honor Ring). The painted scabbard is one of the nicest I have ever seen showing minimal wear and scratches to the black finish front and back. The chain has no signs of repair made to the connecting links. The alternating links of skulls and runes all show excellent detail. Moving to the blade I see no signs of pitting. The crossgraining is very apparent. There are no problems! The motto, "Meine Ehre Heisst Treue" is deeply etched with excellent background burnishing. This historical piece would be a real challenge to upgrade. The dagger comes with copies of Baumgartner's service record. $SOLD.  More Pictures
084u7-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 084u7 - Rural Police belt buckle. This rare nickel silver buckle features a high relief and well detailed, stylized wreathed Polizei eagle. The reverse is Assmann marked. A rare and beautiful example.$700 More Photos
084u6-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 084u6 - RAD general's belt buckle. Very rare belt buckle featuring the characteristic RAD shovel with swastika motif with gold finish. The reverse is maker marked "OLC". $500 More Photos
084u15-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 084u15 - Luftschutz painted enlisted steel belt buckle. This buckle features the stylized winged Luftschutz swastika. The steel buckle shows wear to the blue-gray painted finish. This rare buckle has good definition to the word Luftschutz. Most of these are badly worn. The reverse is dated 42. $275. More Photos
084u21-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 084u21 - SS enlisted belt buckle in steel with aluminum paint finish. It is great to find an original SS buckle these days. This fine example features the standard SS face plate with the motto, "Meine Ehre Heisst Treue". The obverse is lacking the original silver aluminum finish but the is evident on the reverse side. The reverse shows a double circled RZM 155/40 and a doble circled SS runes under the roll bar. Rare. $600 More Photos
084u24-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 084u24 - Postschutz (Postal Protection Police) aluminum belt buckle with dated and marked tab. This very rare buckle features a tab with the maker Schmole & Comp Menden, is dated 1933, stamped DRP and stamped "DTMD" (Dortmund) on the tab. The pebbled steel buckle features the stylized Postal Protection eagle. This unmarked example is very rare. $700.  More Photos
085u38-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 085u38 - Hitler Youth Marine buckle with black cotton web belt. This is one beautiful and very rare buckle! The gold finish on this piece is stunning. The buckle is maker marked RZM M4/30 indicating Berg & Nolte. The black web belt has been shortened ( perhaps for an HJ member's waist size) is marked on the keeper RZM M4/22 C. Th. Dicke also of Ludenshied. Either Dick supplied B& N with the belt (which itself is rare) or this was later matched-up, I cannot say but this is an extremely rare set. $650. More Photos
083SS5-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 083SS5 - Allgemeine SS officer's shoulder board with early gothic Oberbayern cipher. This officer's board features a Gothic "O" signifying they were with Standarte Oberbayern which was worn until 1936. The reverse has an RZM tag. Rare. $2,500.  More Photos
  
079u13-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079U13 - Heer cavalry officer's walking out dress tunic with aiguillette. This rare piece features cavalry piping down the front and collar and sleeves. The matching Hauptmann boards have original ciphers indicating the officer was with the 18th Cavalry Rgt. The matching tabs match the piping on the boards. This is exquisite. There is a set of three loops over the left breast pocket for a ribbon bar and a single set of loops on the pleat of the left breast pocket. There is an original aiguillette affixed to the right shoulder. Above the cuff on the left-hand sleeve is an original 'Kreta" cufftitle that is expertly applied and that I believe is original to the tunic. The inside of the tunic features a dagger suspender. There is a nametag with a Dresden tailors label on the inside of the left breast pocket. This beautiful tunic comes with a letter sent by the auction house to the buyer stating the origin and provenance of the tunic. $3750.  More Photos
  
  
0710EW1-1small.jpg 0710EW1  - NPEA Leader dagger. This dagger features an aluminum eagle and plated silver fittings. The upper and lower crossguards show lifting in the plating. There is a chip on the reverse of the grip near the upper crossguard. The reverse of the lower crossguard is stamped with the number "4" and "O" for the scool location at Oraneinstein. The scabbard fitting show consistent age and lifting to the silver plate. The chain is complete with no repairs. The blade is in very good to excellent condition. There are several darkened areas but these do not detract from the overall appearance of this very rare dagger.. The motto for the NPEA, " Mehr sein als scheinen" (Be greater than you seem) has a deep acid etch. This same dagger is pictured in the Ron Weinand book, "NPEA Daggers and Associated Knives", page 76. Very hard to find and great to see in the reference book. $5,950.  More Pictures
0710EW21-1small.jpg 0710EW21  - Postschutz official's dagger by Weyersberg. I love Postschutz daggers. This rare dagger has a high definition eagle on the black hardwood grip. The pommel cap has a bright silver finish. The underside of the crossguard is no stamped with DRP or number. The scabbard is one of the nicest postals I have ever seen with better than 99% of its original black paint finish intact. The chain is complete with no repairs with only minor scratches on the silver suspension clip. The blade is near mint, showing the least amount of in and out wear. The Weyersberg stamp is crisp. This piece would be hard to upgrade. $4500.  More Pictures
083H2-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)083H2 - NSKK Marine white top visor hat. This very rare hat features the very rare bullion NSKK Marine cockade with the wreathed crossed anchors and swastika in a red field. The small gilt metal NSKK eagle is centered above the wreathed cockade. This hat allowed for no rank distinctions.The white top top shows age soiling but there are no breaks or teras in the fabric. The interior features white silk lining and a complete and unmarked sweat diamond. The brown leather sweatband is complete and unmarked. There is a brown RZM tag that indicates a manufacture date of 1934. The size is approximately 57. This is an excellent example of one very rare Third Reich cap! $2750..  More Photos    
083H3-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)083H3 - NSDAP Political Leader's white top visor hat for Kreis level official. This beautiful and rare white silk example was worn for ceremonial dress occasions. The black piping of Kreisleiter was replaced in 1939 with white. This hat features a stunning golden political eagle over the newer style wreathed cockade that replaced the circular rondel with swastika. This hat has a Havana brown capband and light brown visor. Above and below the capband is the black piping. The white silk cap body shows minor age soiling and light brown stains along the upper edge of the hat. These do not detract from the general appearance of this wonderful hat. The golden chincords are cello. The interior of the hat is lined with copper-brown cotton with a size marked sweat diamond as is common in political visors. The artificial leather sweatband shows wear and is complete. Under the sweatband is the expected RZM tag. Great hat! $3500.  More Photos    
084H16-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)084H16 - Feuerschutzpolzei officer's visor by Peter Kupper. This rare and desirable police hat features carmine red crown and capband piping for the Fire Protection Police. The black capband indicates the period of 1939-1942 when this color band was worn. The aluminum chincords make this an officer's hat. The wreathed police eagle shows a slight loss of finish but this does not detract from the general appearance of the hat. The hat's upper body is police blue/green wool. The underside of the upper body has two screen vented grommets on each side. The visor shows light wear. There is no mothing or staining. The interior features oilcloth material used for the crown section. The maker's name Peter Kupper (Pekuro) is marked with the location 'Wu - Ronsdorf" (Wupperthal Ronsdorf). The initials " F.R." are handwritten on the lining. An original size tag is still affixed to the brad that attaches the ends of the lightly worn arificial leather sweatband. It's a rare beauty! $1400.  More Photos    
079us-u1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079US-U1 - U.S. Army M42 Paratrooper "Jump' jacket & trousers. This rare set shows light use with minor areas of wear. There is a set of private first class stripes on each sleeve. This set is complete and has a name and unit marked inside the trousers. It would make an interesting research project to try to identify the paratrooper. A great American combat uniform and highly collectible. .  More Photos
  
  
078so1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 078so1 - Burgermeister's "Chain of Office" for the City of Neunkirchen am Botzberg…. This exceedingly rare and complete badge of office features stunningly detailed links with alternating Teno insignia, RAD and state eagles. The various insignia are secured to each link with the smallest of rivets. The links are fastened with unbroken, unrepaired chains. They join at a central plate which reads declares the city official's rank. Below this panel is suspended a medallion that features a high-relief bust of Adolf Hitler. This finely crafted piece is made of German Nickle silver. These chains of office were worn at official party functions, parades, etc. A very rare item and offered for SOLD.  More Photos
  
  
0711so1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 0711so1 - Aluminum Army Paratroop Badge (Fallschirmschutzen - Abzeichen des Heeres). This extremely rare badge (aluminum version) features the stylized diving Heer eagle. The Heer maintained a separate Fallschirminfantrie kompanie and later regiment until January 1, 1938 at which time it was incorporated into the Luftwaffe. Fallschirmjager who worn this badge after this date had previously been awarded the army version and allowed to wear the badge. This makes the early aluminum version very rare being that its production was discontinued after tombak became the primary material of construction prior to the outbreak of war. This badge shows use and has wear to the finish. There is a period repaired catch that protrudes through the wreath. This is a textbook example and will make a great centerpiece for anyone who collects badges, Luftwaffe, Heer or Fallschirmjager. $.  More Photos
  
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0711so2-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 0711so2 - Staatliche Kriminalpolizei identity disc. I am proud to offer this very rare piece. This disc was carried to identify the bearer and granted him unlimited access in his pursuit of state criminals which included political malcontents. The bearer of this disc was identified by his identification number that was individually hand-stamped on the reverse. The obverse features a beautifully detailed national eagle. This disc is in excellent and "untouched" condition having never been cleaned.   More Photos
  
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0712so1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 0712so1 - Hermann Goering sterling silver, informal dinner pattern 5 piece silverware set. This beautifully engraved, high quality 5 piece set includes a dinner fork (marked with a crescent moon, crown, 800 and fox (?) measuring 7 ˝ inches, a dinner knife marked with a crown 800 on the reverse and KKS NICHTROSTEND on the front blade measuring 8 ˝ inches, a small butter knife also marked crown 800 and KKS NICHTROSTEND measuring 6 ˝ inches, a dinner spoon marked crescent moon, crown 800 and fox measuring 6 inches, and a large serving spoon marked crescent moon, crown 800 fox measuring 8 ˝ inches. All pieces feature the Hermann Goering coat-of-arms with a mailed arm clutching a ring. All pieces are available separately. $ each or $ for the 5 piece set.  More Photos
  
  
067ss5-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 067SS5 - Westland . This machine embroidered enlisted cufftitle was worn by the 10th SS-Panzergrenadier-Regt., 5th SS-Panzer Division - "Wiking" making this a pretty rare enlisted cufftitle. Wiking was the first SS division composed of foreign volunteers coming mostly from the Scandanavian countries. The division suffered very heavy casualties in the "Russlandkampf". This is a mint, un-issued example.$.  More Photos
  
0712u3-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 0712u3 - Political Leader's dress brocade belt. This beautiful piece features golden aluminum brocade with a repeating oak leaf motif woven into the fabric. The belt has a brown velvet backed interior. The belt shows light wear. The gold finished aluminum buckle features the state political eagle. This belt is a large size (40-42). The reverse of the buckle shows the RZM maker's code. The original RZM tag is also attached. RARE - . More Photos
0712u4-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 0712u4 - Heer Band Leader's dress brocade belt. This very rare belt features a standard officer's aluminum buckle. The rarity begins with the two vertical stripes that run the length of the silver aluminum brocade. Army band leader belts are rare to find. The interior of the belt is field gray wool felt. The keeper and two securing loops are factory stitched components with matching field gray backing. There is a small metal tab on the tongue that incates (I believe) the belt's small size -95 which I take for cm's. Highly collectible and very rare. . More Photos
079u1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079U1 - Heer Generalmajor 4 pocket service tunic. This beautiful tunic is named to "Gen. M. A. v. Bessel'. It is dated Jan. 42. The tunic features all matching collar tabs, shoulder boards and gilt buttons. The left breast pocket area has four sets of loops. Above the left breast pocket are 5 loops to accommodate a long ribbon bar. There is a beautifully detailed gold bullion general's eagle on the right breast. There is one very minor stain on the back but it doesn't detract from the overall appearance. There is no mothing. The interior of the tunic features a maker's label. The inside breast pocket indicates the same tailor on the name tag. This beautiful tunic is in excellent condition.   More Photos
  
  
079u3-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079U3 - Kriegsmarine reefer jacket for Maat rank with specialty insignia for a Boatswain. This tunic comes with the Soldbuch for Fritz Riewald who was attached to U-Boat building and testing shipyard at Bremen-Vegesack. The reefer jacket features a tresse piped collar with the correct collar tabs for Maat rank (junior nco). This is the nicest non-officer reefer I have ever seen. The breast eagle is the cello variety and shows excellent detail. The 10 front buttons all match and are original to the tunic. There are wto sets of loops for awards. There is also an original EKII ribbon through the first button hole. There is a fowled anchor insignia on the left upper sleeve indicating he was a Boatswain. The interior is unmarked, unlabeled. The Soldbuck came in the inside pocket. This tunic is stunning. $.  More Photos
  
  
079u14-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079U14 - Heer Artillery Colonel's "Russian Front" tunic. This tunic is a rare example of a Heer tunic made of Russian "zeltbahn" material. If this tunic could talk… This piece is theater made using captured material. The summer weight, olive drab, duck cotton features expertly applied Heer full artillery colonel's boards, aluminum eagle and tabs. The green wool collar was added at the time the tunic was tailored probably by one of the division's tailors who where famous for fabricating uniforms using captured material. The tunic has nicely tailored pleated and scalloped breast and hip pockets. The tunic has 5 sets of loops on and beneath the left breast pocket. There are 5 loops above the left breast pocket to accommodate a long ribbon bar. The man who wore this tunic saw action. All pebbled aluminum buttons have matching, original thread and wear. A great and rare tunic. SOLD.  More Photos
  
  
0712u2-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 0712U2 - Allegmeine SS enlisted man’s service tunic. This black service tunic has re-attached a cufftitle and tabs. All insignia is neatly hand-sewn throughout the entire tunic. The left-facing collar tab indicates the 58th (Koln) Fuss-Standarten (Regiment) and the rank tab is for a Scharfuhrer. The neatly, hand-sewn cuffband is for the 9th Sturm (company). There is a hand-sewn “Old Fighters Chevron” on the right upper sleeve. A SS armband is stitched to the upper left sleeve. The standard SS enlisted, twistcord shoulder board is on the right shoulder. There is no mothing. There are two sets of small holes near the left breast pocket where someone had pinned on badges at one time or another. The tunic has all matching RZM buttons except for the bottom two front ones. There is a dagger strap sewn in the left hip pleated pocket for suspending a SS dagger. There are two pebbled aluminum belt clips with one on each side. The two decorative aluminum buttons adorn the back vent. The interior features the standard black cotton lining found in these RZM tunics and brown cotton lined sleeves. The interior left breast pocket has a machine stitched RZM tag. Although there has been minor reattachment work done to this authentic tunic it is well worth .  More Photos
  
  
0710mab5-1small.jpg (26161 bytes)0710MAB5 - 1939 Iron Cross 1st Class Spange. This award was given when recipients had previously been awarded the 1914 EK1. This fine, unmarked example shows excellent detail. .  
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081EW8-1small.jpg 081EW8  - RLB 1st model enlisted dagger by C. Gustav Spitzer. This dagger features all early nickel silver fittings. The grip emblem features the earlier RLB sunburst star with swastika. The deep black eboney grip is in nperfect condition with no chips or cracks. The RLB emblem shows minor wear to the enameled finish. The silvered finishes have matching age patinae. The scabbard features the original paint showing minor, normal wear and "spidering". The blade shows crossgraining but has areas of spotting and minor graying. There is no pitting or rust.The original buffer is intact. The hanger features an "A" DRGM and the RZM code. These RLB's are becoming more rare and the demand for them continues to grow. This is a highly collectible piece. .  More Pictures
081EW18-1small.jpg 081EW18  - Diplomatic Official's dagger by Alcoso. This fine dagger features the characteristic Diplo eagle's head for the pommel over the mother of pearl grip. The mother of pearl is perfect with no chips or cracks as one would hope for with one of these elegant pieces. The silver plated finish surrounding the grip plates has several minor nicks but the finish is in excellent condition and has an even patination. The lower crossguard eagle shows deep casting for excellent detail. The blade is in excellent condition with no serious marks , pitting or smudging. This blade would be hard to upgrade. The original buffer is intact. The scabbardshows nice age patinae with no dents and still shows some of the original lacquer. I have not taken this piece apart but I've been informed that all internal numbers match with "138". A stunningly elegant and rare piece.   More Pictures
079H11-1small.jpg (43019 bytes)079H11 - SS/SD M34 helmet. This light weight duty helmet features the design characteristic of having a shallow bill and apron. These non-combat helmets were worn primarily by Sicherheitdienst (SD) personnel. The helmet features a light green smooth texture finish. There are cork pads separating the shell from the liner. The chinstrap is the "quick-release" type. The original ca Pocher SS decals are in excellent condition. This helmet is textbook. SOLD. More Photos  
078H2-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)078H2 - Political Leader's visor hat for Gau level party officials. This hat piece features wine-red crown and capband piped. It had one of the finest sets of hat insignia I've seen on these pieces. The cords are "cello". The hat has one very minor craze in the visor but this doesn't distract from this rare piece. The interior is lined with artificial silk. The sweat diamond is 100% as is the leather sweatband with an under lying RZM tag. No mothing or stains. SOLD.More Photos    
cavvisor1small.jpg (43019 bytes) 071H2 - Cavalry officer's visor by EREL. This excellent quality example shows light wear. The exterior features the bright golden yellow piping of a cavalry unit. The earlier style cockade is vented which was an EREL patent. The hat exhibits a beautiful shape. The aluminum chincords are tight. The exterior is clean except for one very minor moth-nip on the crown. This is so minor that it doesn't detract from the visor's overall appearance.The interior has the standard EREL rhomboid sweat diamond and is marked "Standard" indicating its quality level. The interior shows light wear. The perforated leather sweatband is intact and joined in the rear by a bow. This hat would rate excellent in my collection. . More Photos  SOLD
081H1-1small.jpg (43019 bytes) 081H1 - Heer Panzer beret by Wilhelm Wethekom Dresden. This excellent example is dated 1938. The black tam (upper body) features the characteristic circular pattern weave. The lappet (pigtail) is an integral part of the manufacturing process as the cloth was spun. The earlier white insignia is machine sewn. The padded crash helmet liner has six air grommets. The oilcloth lining is mint. The size "57" is stamped at the rear of the leather sweatband. Rare. . More Photos  
078u4-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 078U4 - Heer M-36 Unteroffizier tunic. This rare tunic features unteroffizier tresse along the collar and shoulder boards. These were applied after the tunic was issued indicating a promotion in rank. The tunic features a higher quality wool seen in the earlier tunics. The left breast pocket has two sets of original loops. The left sleeve has a specialty insignia for gunners. The tunic is in overall excellent condition. Nothing glows under blacklight. SOLD.   More Photos
  
  
077so1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 077so1 - SS Totenkopfring dated 1943. - This SS Honor Ring is an excellent example of one of the most sought after SS awards. The ring is dated June 21, 1943. The recipient's name has been intentionally scratched, but it appears to be "Hurtiling" or "Huetiling". The inscriptions: SLb., Hurtiling (?), date and H. Himmler are finely jeweler engraved. The joiner seam is apparent behind the skull. The exterior of the ring shows light wear with the double runes on the rear panel showing the most. The remaining runes are still highly distinguishable. This ring is an overall excellent example showing a modest amount of light and normal wear. The ring is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity written by Don Boyle famous author of "SS Totenkopf H. Himmler Honor Ring 1933-1945". SOLD.  More Photos
  
  
079m3-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079m3 - Heer Feldgendarmerie Gorget. Worn by the Heer military police, this near mint example features about 95% of the original fluorescent paint. The links are original and show no repairs. The reverse features the fully intact pasteboard backing. Feldgendarmerie gorgets in this condition are rising in value and increasingly harder to find. This near perfect example is available for SOLD.  More Photos
  
  
079f2-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079f2 - Swastika podium flag. This flag measures 18x30 with an additional 3" of fringe trim along the bottom.. The flag is in excellent condition showing no tears or stains. SOLD.  More Photos
a5f.jpg (26161 bytes)038MAB3 - Panzer Assault stickpin in silver. It's not very often that I buy stickpins but as I passed this one at a recent show I got "stuck" and had to have it. The detail and finish on this offering are excellent. Look closely and I might be wearing it at a show. SOLD.
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088ss4-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 088SS4 - "SS-Schule Tolz"in flat silver wire for officers. Cut ends. 16" long. SOLD.   More Photos
  
067ss1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 067SS1 - Adolf Hitler (Leibstandarte SS Adolf Hilter). Enlisted with aluminum thread edges . This cufftitle was introduced in 1940 with a machine embroidered Adolf Hilter. This is a worn example showing frayed edges. The cufftitle measures approx. 15". Rare. SOLD.   More Photos
  
067ss6-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 067SS6 - Adolf Hitler "LAH" hand embroidered officer's cufftitle. The hand embroidered cufftitles, in my opinion, are the most attractive featuring heavy and distinctive lettering. This example was on a tunic and the stitch holes are evident. The reverse features a strip of fabric applied to protect the hand-embroidered threads. There is a single RZM tag. The cufftitle measures approx. 17". Rare. SOLD.  More Photos
  
067ss8-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 067SS8 - Gotz von Berlichingen. The 17th SS Panzergrenadier Division. No officer pattern exists. Machine woven, bevo pattern. Instituted in 1943 this cufftitle was worn by all officers and enlisted. The division was heavily involved in Normandy…. Cufftile measures approx. 18 ˝ ". SOLD.  More Photos
  
079u7-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079U7 - SS M44 smooth cotton fabric dot pattern camouflage tunic and matching pants. An identical uniform of this pattern is pictured in M. Beaver's book, "Camouflage Uniforms of the Waffen SS", p. 221. This rare uniform This is one rare uniform features (I believe) a factory applied sleeve eagle as seen by the loose zig-zag stitching. The stitching that secures the buttons all matches but one button is smooth rather than pebbled. The interior is nicely size stamped on the hbt rayon facing under the right armpit along with Betr. Ra (Ravensbruch?). The pants match the tunic. The pants feature zinc suspender buttons but one is missing at the front right hip. The pants are size stamped along the right rear waistband. All the ties at the ends of the pant legs are present. One of the side adjusting cinch-belts is made using HBT material which is interesting to see but I'm not surprised considering the shortage of materials. This very rare and collectible uniform is available for SOLD.  More Photos
  
  
079u5-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 079U5 - Heer Generalleutnant's greatcoat. This is a very high quality greatcoat that was worn by a Generalleutnant before he attained General rank. This doeskin material coat features the original non-gilt buttons that the general didn't upgrade. The gilt buttons may not have been available. Many general's upgraded their colonel's greatcoats once they received their promotions so this is not uncommon. The coat has had the general's red lapel facing expertly hand-sewn. The shoulder boards feature the single pip indicating the rank of Generalleutnant. The interior does not have any identifying maker's label or name tag. There is a dagger suspender. This coat has a couple of small areas of minor moth nips along the bottom hem but they do not detract from the coat's appearance. SOLD.  More Photos
  
  
079H18-1small.jpg (43019 bytes) 079H18 - Heer M17 "Transitional" with "thin-winged" style eagle. This Austrian shell features an original smooth field gray finish. The decals rate better than 85%. The Heer eagle is the thin winged style. The liner is original to the re-finished transitional shell. Great looking and original. SOLD. More Photos  
079h21-1small.jpg (43019 bytes) 079H21 - Luftwaffe Hermann Goering Division NCO/EM visor hat. This hat features the white crown and capband piping characteristic of HG pieces. The Hat has an early eagle with down-turned wings. The aluminum winged cockade is "molded" to the contour of the mohair capband. There is no exterior mothing or stains.The visor is in excellent condition with all the edge stitching unbroken. The interior shows mild and honest wear. The artificial leather sweatband is 100% complete and attaches with a brad. The artificial silk blue lining shows normal sweat staining but no holes. The celluloid diamond is missing which would have revealed the maker. This is a quality constructed piece and in excellent condition except for the diamond. SOLD. More Photos  
079H26-1small.jpg (39198 bytes)079H26 - Kriegsmarine tropical Schirmutze leather visored hat for NCO/enlisted ranks. This extremely rare hat is the KM version of the Luftwaffe Hermann Meyer. This hat features tan cotton khaki removable top. The cockade is affixed to a khaki colored felt wool backing. The chinstrap and visor are brown leather. The upper hat body has four ventilation grommets on each side. The interior indicates this hat was worn. The hat has a red cotton lining with a maker's stamp. It is dated 1942 and size 56. The brown leather sweatband is perforated in the front allowing for additional ventilation. This is an extremely rare piece. SOLD.     More Photos    
076H3-1small.jpg (43019 bytes)076H3 - Waffen SS maroon fez. The SS maroon fez, worn by the Kama and Handshar divisions, was issued for walking out dress. This fez features the standard machine sewn SS insignia. The tassels are textbook but show some strands as slightly pulled from the knot that affixes them to the cap body. It's a great example with complete leather sweatband. SOLD. More Photos  
076H2-1small.jpg (43019 bytes)076H2 - Waffen SS field gray fez. This rare piece is one of the last "bargain-priced" items of SS headgear. These are becoming increasingly difficult to find as are the maroon fezzes. The gray fez was worn in the field by members of the Handshar and Kama divisions in Yugoslavia while engaged in Anti-partisan operations. This fez is mint and still bargain priced below $2k. SOLD More Photos  
078H7-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)078H7 - Political Leader's visor hat for "Orts" level party officials. This beautiful example is the most perfect I have seen. The hat features the expected light brown wool twill. The blue crown and capband piping is 100%. The interior is lined with pale yellow artificial silk. The oilcloth sweatband is fully intact with a RZM tag underneath.. There is a size tag under the celluloid sweat diamond. SOLD.More Photos    SOLD
088mab2-1small.jpg (26161 bytes)088MAB2 - Krim shield on field gray cloth backing for Heer/SS. This mint example features a beautifully detailed, high-relief eagle over Crimea. The reverse has a paper backing. It's becoming harder to find originals in this condition. SOLD.  
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068mab2-1small.jpg (26161 bytes)068MAB2 - German Cross im Silber marked "20". A fine example of a rare award. This cross shows age tarnishing a surface wear. The silver background surrounding the swastika has faded. The Zimmermann firm produced some of the finest awards during the Third reich. The silver award was bestowed upon military personnel for their non-combat contribution. SOLD.  
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075MAB1-1small.jpg (39682 bytes)075MAB1 - Luftwaffe Flak badge by Juncker. This early example features the complete C.E. Juncker maker's mark. The "88" show the expected excellent Juncker detail as does the stylized Luftwaffe flying eagle at the top of the wreath. The reverse shows the standard high quality construction for the hinge, pin and "c" catch. Becoming rare to find. SOLD.    More Photos
075MAB2-1small.jpg (39682 bytes)075MAB2 - Luftwaffe Pilot badge by Assmann. This early-war tombak badge shows excellent detail in the eagle's feathers. There is still a fair amount of the original burnishing to the eagle as well. The reverse reflects the spun rivets typical of Assmann construction. The stylized "A" reflects the maker mark. Very nice badge. Authentic pilot's badges are getting harder to find as they disappear into collections worldwide. SOLD.    More Photos
065MAB3-1small.jpg (39682 bytes)065MAB3 - Luft. Pilot's badge by C.E. Juncker. 1940 style, early war badge made by probably the most famous makers of Luft. Badges. Classic example of the early war style badge make of nickel silver. The eagle shows excellent detail as does the age darled wreath that still retains original frosting under the patinae. The reverse features the standard Juncker maker's mark and pin assembly. SOLD     More Photos
0710EW16-1small.jpg 0710EW16  - Land Customs Officials dagger by Carl eickhorn. This is a stunning very rare piece. The dagger features dark green leather with a silver wire wrapped grip. The leather is in excellent plus condition showing minor wear and the wire wrap is tight fitting. The aluminum ferrel, pommel cap and lower crossguard are aluminum. The blade is as close to mint as you can get, showing excellent crossgrain. The buffer is intact. The scabbard is covered in matching dark green leather wrapped with plated silver fittings. All screws are original. This would be hard to upgrade for the serious dagger collector. SOLD  More Pictures
076H4-1small.jpg (43019 bytes) 076H4 - Heer Afrika Korps M-41 tropical field cap with golden yellow soutache. This stunning and exceedingly rare cap features a factory applied, golden yellow machine-stitched soutache for cavalry. This cap shows light fading to the olive green cap body. The handsewn tropical eagle appears to be period applied and original to the cap. The grommets are painted zinc. The interior features a complete "LAGO" makers mark along with the cap size 60. There is a second model interior cotton sweatband that shows light wear. The cap appears to have been issued during the period before soutaches were ordered to not be worn and the appearance of the interior sweatband seen on the second model AK caps. Very rare. SOLD. More Photos  
069u2-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069u2 - Kriegsmarine officer's dress brocade belt. This belt is mint and unworn. Perfect example.  More PhotosSOLD
0710EW6-1small.jpg 0710EW6  - Postschutz dagger by Paul Weyersberg. This is a beauty! This dagger features one of the nicest nickel silver grip eagles I have ever seen on a Postschutz. This dagger has heavily plated silver surfaces on the pommel cap, crossguards and scabbard. There are no chips in the grip. The blade has the smallest of smudges on the reverse near the buffer and towards the tip. These areas do not detract from the overall appearance of the blade. The underside of the crossguard is stamped 2139 and DRP. The chained scabbard has good silver plating showing minor age wear. The chain is complete without any repairs. SOLD.  More Pictures
0511EW7-1small.jpg 0511EW7  - Early SA dagger by Paul Henkels . SA daggers made by Paul Henkels are rare. This dagger features nickel silver fittings with a nice even age patina throughout. The SA button is 100% and the eagle show excellent detail. There are some dings to the wood grip on the obverse but these appear to be old. There are no chips or cracks in the rich deep brown grips. The Reverse of the lower crossguard is stamped with a "P" signifying Pomerania, which, in itself is a rare Group stamp. The blade shows a deep acid etched motto Alles fur Deutchland. The blade is in excellent condition showing no rust or pitting with only a couple of minor smudges. The anodized scabbard shows normal age retaining most of its original chocolate brown color. The hanger is a standard SA in excellent condition. SOLD.   More Pictures
031EW12-1.jpg (38808 bytes)031EW12 - Diplomatic Official's Dagger made by Alcoso. It's not often these are available being as rare as they are. This dagger has silver plated surfaces that do show wear. Overall the surfaces are nicely patinaed. There are no dings to the head of the eagle as is commonly seen. The synthetic mother of pearl grip plates are evenly toned. There is one small chip in the lower obverse side. The eagle shows excellent detail and retains almost all of its finish except at the high points that show minor wear. The scabbard matches the condition of the dagger. There are no dings. It's straight. The pebbling is unmarred. The oak leaf suspension rings show wear. The blade is in very good to excellent condition showing moderate gray smudges on the obverse and reverse sides. The Alcoso maker's mark with the two scales is clear. All internal parts are marked "34". The leather washer is present and intact. Overall I would rate this dagger as very good, very rare and very collectible. Priced accordingly at SOLD. More Photos
069u1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069u1 - Army officer's dress brocade belt - Excellent and in mint condition. The buckle shows high definition detail. The aluminum brocade is perfect.  More Photos  SOLD
0511EW13-1small.jpg 0511EW13  - SA by Wilh. Kober. A rare maker. This early dagger features a lacquer finish to the deep brown wood grips that is characteristic to this maker. This finish sets of nicely the rich nickel silver tones of the eagle, SA button and upper and lower crossguards. The reverse of the lower crossguard is Group stamped "Th". The blade is in excellent condition showing most of its original cross-graining. The SA motto retains about 100% of its background burnishing. The scabbard is anodized and retains most of its brown finish, The SA hanger is stamped "A" and DRGM. An excellent piece by a rare maker.   More Pictures  SOLD
0511EW4-1small.jpg 0511EW4  - Engraved bayonet by Eickhorn. This one-sided etched bayonet by Eickhorn features the standard etche of the Wehrmacht eagles and the stylized inscription commemorating the memory of "my service days". The background frosting is 100%. The blade still retains its mirror finish. The Eickhorn stamp is clear. The checkerboard grips and retaining screws are in near mint condition. The scabbard shows light surface wear and retains its original painted finish. The frog shows much surface cracking due to heat exposure. Still the piece displays well. A beautiful example.  More Pictures  SOLD
0511EW12-1small.jpg 0511EW12  - SA by Gustav Voss. This is a very rare SA maker. The early nickel fittings show a nice even age patina. The SA button has a mellow tone to it. The eagle shows excellent detail. The grip has a nice rich brown tone. The reverse of the lower crossguard and upper scabbard fitting are neatly engraved with the owner's SA serial number 16/21312. The blade is in excellent condition showing nice cross-graining. There are some minor smudges or rough areas in the mirror finish. The SA motto has very nice background burnishing. Overall the blade is near excellent. The scabbard is, of course, an early anodized one retaining much of its original finish. The SA hanger is complete showing only minor age creases in the rich brown leather.  More PicturesSOLD
0411EW9-1small.jpg 0411EW9  - RAD enlisted man's hewer by Alcoso. This hewer features bone grip plates. The silver finish to the remainder of the handle has worn off. The screws that secure the plates are original. The crossguard has lost its burnish to the accent grooves. The blade is unsharpened and has a deep etched motto "Arbeit Adelt". The blade is in excellent condition except for one miniscule nick. The scabbard retains its original paint finish. The silver plate is worn from the upper and lower silver fittings and in some areas the brass base metal is exposed. There is also minor pitting on each of the scabbard fittings. Overall this example is in good condition with a very good blade.   More PicturesSOLD

035EW10-1.jpg (41008 bytes)035EW10 - Partial Ground Rohm SA dagger w/hanger by Ed. Wusthof. This early dagger featured nicely patinaed nickel silver fittings. The grip is a deep, rich brown with no chips. The SA button and eagle are in excellent condition. The reverse of the lower crossguard shows the group stamp "Nrh". The brown scabbard is in very good condition. The lower hanger's brown leather shows some wear but it too is in very good condition. The upper hanger is is in better condition. The area of the upper grip under the hanger shows wear which leads me to believe the hanger has been there for a long time.  The blade is in excellent condition with good crossgraining The obverse of the blade shows excellent background burnishing for the SA motto "Alles fur Deutchland".

Now the reverse. There is a near full Rohm inscription but is missing the Rohm name which has been ground off. Only the deep line that appears over the Rohm portion remains. The Ed. Wusthof maker's mark that features the trident is intact. This is a great early SA piece that shows its history.  Offered at More PhotosSOLD
075EW2-1small.jpg 075EW2  - Kriegsmarine dagger by E & F Horster with original knot. This dagger is untouched. The dagger has a nice age patina. The grip's wire wrap is tight. There is no question that the knot is original to the piece. There are no dents to the scabbard. The blade retains its original red buffer pad. The blade shows the standard etched fouled anchor panel on each side. There are areas of very minor smudging but this does not detract from the dagger's overall appearance. Not mint but very collectible.   More Picturessold
075EW3-1small.jpg 075EW3  - Police dress bayonet by Eickhorn. This bayonet features a stag grip with the stylized eagles head at the pommel. The police eagle is tight and original. There are extra drill holes that have been filled beneath the rivets that affix the stag grips to the metal handle. These appear to have been drilled at the time the piece was constructed. The leather scabbard has a deep rich brown tone and is complete. The frog has at one time been broken and has been repaired with what appears to be epoxy. The blade has areas of smudging but is free of rust. There is a unit stamp on the top edge "217" and proof marks.The bayonet displays well and is priced accordingly at   More Picturessold
066EW1-1small.jpg 066EW1  - SS M-36 Chained dagger with Type I chain. This fine example features a stunning Type I plated steel chain that has high relief and great detail to the skulls and runes. The grip is near perfect as is the runes button and eagle. The fit of the grip to the lower crossguard is not near perfect but this is often seen on the chains producted in the mid-production period. The upper and lower crossguards are nickel silver. The reverse of the lower crossguard is GAU stamped Sa . Don't dismiss this dagger! Thomas Wittman writes an entire page in his Exploring the Dress Daggers and Swords of the SS. Please read page 121 of this "bible" for peace of mind. This is no parts dagger. The Upper and middle scabbard fitting are the plated steel and the lower is nickel. The center scabbard fitting is secured by a single screw - this is identical to the one pictured in Wittman's book on page 131. All scabbard screws are "un-turned". This too is commonly seen in the mid-production M-36's. The Scabbard retains much of its original lacquer over the anodized finish. There is no rusr. The chain is near perfect except that one link does have minor oxidation to it. Apparently at some point this link was exposed to moisture and the plating just wasn't up to the challenge. The obverse displays quite well. The reverse of the proof stamped link shows more oxidation than the obverse side (sorry but that's the way it is).There is also minor oxidation on the clip as shown in the photo. Fortunately these areas are not on the front so the dagger will display well. The cut -out cloverleaf shows the DRGM mark as Type I's demonstrate Here's the really great part - the blade is practically stone mint with fantastic crossgraining. This is one of the nicest SS blades I've ever owned. The motto is deeply etched with great burnishing. There is no maker's mark as you would expect on factory produced M-36's. Great piece.   More Pictures  SOLD
065EW10-1small.jpg 065EW10  - Army officer's dagger by Paul Weyersberg. This fine example is pre-war/early war construction with fine detail to the fitting. The lower crossguard eagle is deeply cut. The oakleaves on the upper pommel are not as well defined as those on the ferrel. Where the grip meets the lower crossguard. The blade has some areas of gray but there is no rust or pitting. The outward appearance shows a nice even age patinae,   More PicturesSOLD
069m3-1small.jpg (39289 bytes)069m3 -  Beer stein for the 2nd company, Panzer Rgt. 35. This stoneware stein is marked Kriegsweihnachten 1940. There is a list of campaigns the rgt. participated in which included Holland, Belgium and France. The motif features a MKIII panzer with its crew. There is a Wehrmacht eagle over the panzer. This stein is in excellent condition. It is marked ˝ litre and is ready for viewing your favorite sport. More Photos SOLD
069m1-1small.jpg (39289 bytes)069m1 -  NSKK vehicle pennant - This example is in excellent condition with some very minor age yellowing to one side. The pennant features the right-facing, stylized NSKK eagle. The leather edge surrounding the pennant is in perfect condition. There is a small rope for attachment along with a small RZM tag. Near mint and unused. More Photos SOLD
067m1-1small.jpg (39289 bytes)067m1 -  Luftwaffe Neitche & Gunther (very rare) flight goggles. These googles are described in Angolia's Luftwaffe vol. III on pages 288 & 289. These googles are described as the type II with the "hinged nose piece and clear lenses. The goggles are mint! Accompanying the goggles is the original metal also pictured in the Angolia book. The case reads, " Fl. - Splitterschutzbrille mit Ultrasin-Glasen …A Fl 30550 ". There is minor oxidation to the metal case but overall this is a highly collectible item of Luftaffe flight gear. More Photos SOLD
066m2-1small.jpg (39289 bytes)066m2 -  Matched set of collar tabs for for Reich's level official, Bereitscftsleiter. This beautiful matched set features the national eagle over two "pips" denoting the political rank. One eagle does show some minor age tarnishing. The carmine red background and yellow- gold cello piping makes this a rather elegant pair. The reverse shows the buckram backing and attaching flat pins. Near Mint. More Photos   SOLD
066m1-1small.jpg (39289 bytes)066m1 -  Eva Braun "800" marked silver flatware - This knife, spoon and fork ensemble is monogrammed with the stylized EB that resembles a butterfly. The monogram appears on Eva's jewelry and other personal items. This dinnerware pattern is the same pictured in the book "Collector's Guide to "Liberated" Adolf Hitler Memorabilia" vol. II, by Mark D. Griffith, M.D. The spoon measures approx. 5 ˝ ", the knife 9 ˝" and the fork 8 ˝". Being that this was Eva's, it is rare and desirable as Eva became "Mrs. Hitler". separately or for the set..More Photos  SOLD
0412m1-1small.jpg (39289 bytes)0412m1 -  SS "PX" ring. This skull ring features a SS pattern skull. The ring is stamped "800" indicating the silver content on the inside of the band and has the maker's cartouche - a circled "H". The ring shows a grinning skull with bones and is hollow-backed. The ring is a very small size. More Photos SOLD
069f1-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f1 - Vehicle identification flag. This standard swastika pattern flag printed on one side measures approximately 38x29 inches and features four grommets used for attaching the flag to tops of vehicles for aircraft to identify as being a "friendly". The flag has two very small worn areas/holes that do not detract from the overall presentation. The flag is in excellent condition otherwise and displays well.  More Photos
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069f4-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f4 - Kriegsflagge, also known as the national war flag. This flag is the perfect size for display measuring approximately 17"x 32". The flag does have some areas of damage. There are separations and holes in the areas of the Iron Cross, swastika, the white field and the longest "arm" extending from the central motif. If this flag were displayed on a dark background the damage is minimally noticeable. Hard to find real ones in this display size.   More Photos
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069f5-2small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f5 - RAD pennant flag. This printed large pennant measures 46"x78". The printed swastika and RAD motif are in excellent condition. There is one small area of black stain but this does not detract from the overall appearance of the flag. This flag is in excellent condition.   More Photos
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069f6-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f6 - Sports Association Trumpet banner. This high quality cotton trumpet banner features the Reich's sports eagle in a white field on one side and a standard swastika pattern on the other. The banner is edged with white fringe. The banner measures approximately 16"x17" not including the trim. Displays well.  More Photos
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069f7-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f7 - Large podium flag with decorative tresse. This high quality one-sided cotton flag features an interior border of bullion tresse. The circle surrounding the swastika is also encircled by tress as are the inside arms of the swastika. The bottom on the flag is decorated with bullion fringe. The flag measures 38"x44" not including the fringe. This flag has minor staining inside the white field but this is barely noticeable. There is no other damage. This is an excellent display piece.   More Photos
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069f9-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f8 - Large vehicle identification flag. This standard pattern swastika flag measures approximately 40"x76". It has four metal grommets used for attachment to the vehicle. The flag is undamaged except for some very minor stains. The flag is unused and otherwise mint. Being that this is a large flag it would look great on your car, SUV or station wagon.  More Photos
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069f9-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f9 - Small podium flag measuring 30'x37". This flag features an interior white cotton border. This flag is undamaged and near mint. The bottom is decorated with white cotton fringe. This makes an excellent display piece and has great size.   More Photos
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069f10-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f10 - Standard party wall display flag. This mint example features "tabs" on the upper corner for displaying the flag on walls. This printed cotton flag measures 32"x41 ˝" which is still a good size for display.   More Photos
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069f11-1small.jpg (36140 bytes) 069f11 - Vehicle identification flag with Baltic Cross. This cotton flag features the Baltic Cross commonly seen on Wehrmacht vehicles. The flag measures 47" x 24". There is no damage. There are re-enforced metal grommets for attachment. Rare.   More Photos
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068H4-1small.jpg (43019 bytes) 068H4 - Afrikakorps tropical M-41 un-issued field hat. This 2nd model hat is mint ! The hat features all factory applied, machine sewn insignia. The red cotton interior is stamped with a RBN# and size 57. The sweatband is heavy cotton with an oilcloth edge. This hat is PERFECT. More Photos  SOLD
heerm43small.jpg (43019 bytes) - Heer Enlisted man's M43 hat...Discription to soon follow. More Photos  SOLD
057H4-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)057H4 - Heer Panzer officer's visor hat. Usually I buy on condition and authenticity. I seldom acquire "salty" pieces but this hat talked to me. I can easily imagine this hat being worn by an officer climbing into his cupola and heading off to destroy a T-34 or six. This early 1935-1936 period hat features unmothed, pink piping. The bullion wreath has a metal cockade. The chincords set well on the capband. The hat is without the internal spring and has a "jaunty", crusher appearance. The inside of this hat is missing the diamond but the maker stamp is "Erstklassig". There is a fair amount of wear. There are a number of separations in the artificial silk lining most caused by age and wear. However, this is not readily apparent. It is mostly in the "folds". The underside of the visor tells the true story of how much this hat was on-and-off. It shows authentic wear from the officer removing it and replacing it probably inside an armor vehicle. The leather sweatband is joined by a bow and is complete and unbroken. Great piece of panzer headgear and would display well on a mannequin or headstand.     More Photos  SOLD
057H5-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)057H5 - Heer enlisted/nco panzer visor. This "issue" hat features beautiful rose pink piping. There is minor age crazing to the visor. The hat has one small moth nip to the band near the right-facing button. Inside the hat is the diamond with a small section missing. The hat is size stamped 53, making this the smallest size manufactured. Inside the band is the manufacturer's stamp and the 1939 date. A very collectible piece of panzer headgear.     More Photos  SOLD
057H1-1small.jpg (28133 bytes)057H1 - Heer Infantry officer's visor hat. This beautiful hat features a metallic cockade with a bullion wreath. The eagle is nicely age toned. The white piping is complete and free of mothing. The hat has a great shape to it. The visor shows very minor age creasing. The interior is a combination of polished cotton and rayon . The complete sweat diamond reads "Deutches Erzeugnis". The underside of the sweatband reveals the original owner's name "Dittmer". There are additional holes near the eagle, which indicates that the eagle was probably off at one time. However, the fit is tight to the cap body. Overall the hat shows light wear and displays well. It's getting harder to find authentic hats in this condition.    More Photos  SOLD