Adler's Imperial collection

[Aldarith]

Is that a secret entrance I see?


I love the display mannequins expression! "Bahahaha, Now that I've finished collecting all the finest 'Haubes in the land, I can begin depleting the market of paper ephemera and make everyone jealous! Muahahaha"

I have a filing cabinet very similar to the one in the 3rd picture down, however the handles on mine are made from wood and not steel.

I have to ask about that padded overcoat - what is it? Is it a liner for a greatcoat?

[Adler]

I have to ask about that padded overcoat - what is it? Is it a liner for a greatcoat?

It's a Daunenmantel and was worn underneath the greatcoat. The Daunenmantel was designed as a quick solution to the first winter of the war in 1914, but only produced in small quantities. It was worn by enlisted man and officers as well. Here's a link to some information as in Johan Somers' book: http://home.scarlet.be/~tse02026/daunenmantel.pdf
I don't have more information on this, so if someone might have more info or pictures, this will be very much appreciated!

Adler

[Aldarith]

Is that an original Stirnpanzer hiding on the lower shelf?

I found this page German Daunenmantel overcoat Which mentions another book by a fellow named Jurgen Kraus who apparently explains the coat.

I think his is for sale, although the rest of his website seems to be broken. Time for some author related research!

[LMG 1]

This is the best imperial collection i have seen,seen it on waf also and always enjoying seeing ur photos.
Thank you

[Adler]

Thanks Luke!

Is that an original Stirnpanzer hiding on the lower shelf?

Yes it is. I also have seen this site, to bad it's broken indeed... But if he's selling this one and you are interested, I wouldn't wait to long, because this is as rare as hen's teeth...

Adler

[António Fragoeiro]

I cant explain why i never saw this thread, but im glad iv seen it now, it is one of the most beautiful collections i have ever seen, amazing.
Its not only the collection itself, its the way it is displayed, its better than most museums i have seen.
Congratulations on this fine exposition.
Cheers.
Nuno

[Adler]

Thanks for your nice comment Nuno!

Adler

[KSH]

Adler, your collection is of fantastic proportions and quality I only hope to have a fraction of what you have in my Imperial collection!

- Kenneth

[DougB]

Thanks for your positive comments gentlemen!

Adler

PS Doug, it seems you also found your way to this forum?...

Yes been going to the helmet section a couple times a week. Nice to see you here and of course your top collection!

[M18922]

awsome collection mate!
My imperial collection as not even a fraction of yours! all I have is an 1914 EKII and a photo album. but you make it look so easy lol