Soviet Tanker Display

[GIZMO8Z]

Recently, the research came back on one of my Red Stars. It was earned by a Russian Guards Division T-34/85 driver/ mechanic who among other feats, machine gunned/ "ironed" ~100 Hitlerites and also captured ~20 German soldiers and officers while expertly caring for and maneuvering his beast of a vehicle in combat.

Since receiving this research, I have been trying to put together a nice little display centered on the ORS.



Although I REALLY should be saving money... I recently acquired this rare 1941 dated tanker helmet. I also added some tanker/ motorist goggles. To top it off, I stumbled upon this post-war Soviet-made T-34/85 die-cast model. I am still waiting on acrylic stands to display the ORS and Guards Badge... but I thought I'd show you fine fellows how the display is shaping up!

I hope you enjoy!

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Here is a teaser pic. Sorry for the poor quality... I'll take high-quality shots later today.

[GIZMO8Z]

Here is a date stamp from behind one of the ear flaps of the helmet. A translation would be greatly appreciated!

[Adrian Stevenson]

Looking good!

[Adrian Stevenson]

Hi Joe, the bottom two lines read "Size 55" and "Moscow 1941".

Cheers, Ade.

[VolksJager]

Looks good Joe, nice find on the helmet. Looking forward to seeing it finished

Jason

[GIZMO8Z]

Here are some nice pics of the helmet taken in natural light. My medal stands got lost in the mail and probably wont make it here in time before I leave for Italy.

[Studly]

very Nice Joe...Looking Good

Greg

[GIZMO8Z]

Thanks for the kind words, everyone!

[col james]

this is such a great period item and i really like the way youve displayed it with the goggles thanks for posting ,james

[GIZMO8Z]

Hi Folks,

Sorry for being SO late with this. Here is a picture of the display as it stands today. I'm currently looking for a cheap alternative to replace the foam head which I've heard can be harmful.