Ludwig Baer passed away yesterday.

[DougB]

The grandfather of German Helmet collecting sadly passed away yesterday. The hobby owes a great debt to the man who published the "bible" of German helmet collecting which no serious German helmet collector should be without. Few leave a lasting legacy in this world. He left thousands inspired to collect and fueled with the passion of the hobby. My condolences to his family. This thread will be copied and sent to his family on request, if you'd like to leave a few a words.

Doug

[guns ltd]

My Condolences. His great knowledge has inspired many to collect these gems.


John

[KRISSE]

May he rest in peace. Condolences to the family.


Kris.

[Scout]

My sincere condolences. R.I.P.

[sandgroper]

Deepest sympathies to his family and friends, R.I.P.

[KradSpam]

I'm very sad to hear this, we have lost a real pioneer in understanding the intricacies of our hobby. A big thanks to Mr Baer for his work and my condolences to those he leaves behind.

It would be nice to have something on the forum named after him a la the John Burnett forum at WAF.

[MD Helmets]

This is Very sad to hear, though it was inevitable, as it always is. I second Andy's suggestion for a section named in his honor. Rest in peace knowing you have left a great legacy and touched more lives than you may have ever thought possible.

God speed

[relicz]

My condolences to his family , friends, and other loved ones. He set the bar high with his comprehensive study for which we, the collecting community, will always be grateful.

[Jerry B]

Rest in Peace. My condolences to those left behind.

[Lemeshko]

Kingdom of Heaven to him ...
My sincere condolences to the family........................