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05-19-2013, 05:41 PM

Larry C replied to a thread Orange grip navy dagger by WKC in Daggers and Swords of the Third Reich

Hi Danny thanks for sharing this beauty with us,,I especially like the even patina that also matches the portepee. Evenly worn!cool militaria

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05-19-2013, 12:52 PM

Larry C replied to a thread SS Dagger with Dual Maker Mark in SS Dienstdolch, 1933 & 1936

Hi Mac,, I will wait for Colts reply to see the relevance of his posted dagger. I will leave the HJ post there for now.:)

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05-19-2013, 12:41 PM

Larry C replied to a thread SS Dagger with Dual Maker Mark in SS Dienstdolch, 1933 & 1936

Hi Colt can you share your thoughts on the dagger you posted in regards to the Original dagger in question? The 121/34 looks fine.

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05-19-2013, 12:27 PM

Larry C replied to a thread SS Dagger with Dual Maker Mark in SS Dienstdolch, 1933 & 1936

But IMO I still think the grip is recent,,which doesnt match the condition of the dagger at all. JM3 cents;)

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05-19-2013, 12:23 PM

Larry C replied to a thread SS Dagger with Dual Maker Mark in SS Dienstdolch, 1933 & 1936

Hi Paul,,thank you for your Input as this maker is quite deceiving in appearance. Which after reading the 2 links you supplied leaves me quite...

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05-19-2013, 08:43 AM

Patrick Lewis replied to a thread Types Materials for SS Visor Hats in SS Uniforms and insignia

I guess there is nothing wrong with collecting because it looks cool, It's Just thoes who collect only for that reason. The style of German headgear...

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05-19-2013, 08:03 AM

Wagriff replied to a thread Gold party badge in NSDAP Parteiabzeichen forum

It's usually not a thing we do here- putting dollar values on items, but you're new here so it's understandable that you wouldn't know this yet....

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05-19-2013, 12:52 AM

Larry C started a thread Felt Bayonet Rifle Slot Buffers in K98 Bayonet

I have been reading a few threads here on the K98 Forum and there seems to be a difference of opinion on the colors of the Buffers and their...

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05-19-2013, 12:39 AM

Wagriff replied to a thread Medical overseas cap, named, original? in Cap Authentication forum

Tracking individual German military men is an extremely difficult if not outright impossible task -even if you had his dog tags and full name. I...

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05-19-2013, 12:31 AM

Wagriff replied to a thread Named PH, SS and BS set with boxes in Orders, medals and decorations

A shame that his 2 Presidential Citation Unit pieces are missing, but they could be replaced, if desired-as could the Silver Star oakleaf. The 2...

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05-19-2013, 12:07 AM

Wagriff replied to a thread SS Dagger with Dual Maker Mark in SS Dienstdolch, 1933 & 1936

I've never seen such crude and rough lettering and makers mark. Big Red Flag.... The grip nut looks to be almost totally plateless and much abused,...

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05-18-2013, 11:54 PM

Larry C replied to a thread SS Dagger with Dual Maker Mark in SS Dienstdolch, 1933 & 1936

Hi Ron...There are a few Red Flags that I see,,,#1..the motto looks almost printed on with smudging. The RZM for sure would of not let this one get...

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05-18-2013, 10:18 PM

Patrick Lewis replied to a thread Types Materials for SS Visor Hats in SS Uniforms and insignia

I agree, this is a Great example of why WRF is the best place to be for people who want to know more about these historical items. This should be...

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05-18-2013, 08:37 PM

Larry C replied to a thread Unmarked SS skull, eagle & hat badge - fake? in SS metal cap insignia forum

Auction houses only supply a few photos to sell the item but not close and clear enough as what is seen here on the WRF...the rest is up to the buyer...

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05-18-2013, 08:08 PM

Patrick Lewis replied to a thread Anyone else like German swords?? in Daggers and Swords of the Third Reich

I was reading an interesting article on German sword making and my whole appreciation has changed for swords. Just thinking about the quality and...

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05-18-2013, 06:52 PM

Wagriff replied to a thread Oakleaf Military.Inc in Steel Helmets

I agree with Ned. The ring looks fine to me also.

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05-18-2013, 06:48 PM

Wagriff replied to a thread Medical overseas cap, named, original? in Cap Authentication forum

Obviously an upgraded enlisted cap-there's no rayon lining, etc in it that you usually would see in an officers cap. Upgrading was, naturally, a...

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05-18-2013, 06:46 PM

NDShooter replied to a thread Lets talk 98k ammo? in Ordnance and ammo

That data is good, I actually have used just about the same as gew98 before. I like to use Hornady's 196gr BTHP Match .323 bullet for my 98ks. I...

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05-18-2013, 06:44 PM

NDShooter replied to a thread Unknown rifle to me in World Firearms

It is sad that these things are sporterized in the market and we run into them here and there but I like to think that the history is still there....

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05-18-2013, 05:35 PM

Larry C replied to a thread HJ Knife M7/30 No Motto on blade in Hitler Jugend

Rene,, can you repost your images as they are all absent from the thread.:) Larry

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05-18-2013, 05:13 PM

Larry C replied to a thread Need help authenticating this SA Dagger in SA Dienstdolch

I see nothing wrong with it and its in Decent condition. Sounds like a great deal!! Go for itcool militaria

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05-18-2013, 01:57 PM

Larry C replied to a thread Brigadefuhrer Weber, Inspekteur der SS-Reitschulen in SS Uniforms and insignia

Awesome research Doug!!..I never seen these photos before,,and especially those with Emil Maurice in them,,,standing behind Hess. Great job!!cool...

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05-18-2013, 01:46 PM

Larry C replied to a thread "I Hate When That Happens" in Discussions

oh ohhh...thats not good...when an ex prisoner points an accusing finger....most of the time these german soldiers lives were shortened right there...

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05-18-2013, 01:30 PM

Patrick Lewis replied to a thread helmet display in US M1 steel helmet forum

I dont know of any solutions, I just know that a man put a postwar cap on a styrofoam head for about a year and when he lifted it up the sweatband...

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05-18-2013, 10:34 AM

Wagriff replied to a thread Normandy helmet legit? in Steel Helmets

No point in debating it further...he's already sent for it and is absolutely convinced that it is genuine despite anything anyone has told him. He...

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05-18-2013, 08:59 AM

Patrick Lewis replied to a thread helmet display in US M1 steel helmet forum

Styrofoam heads should be avoided as they contain acid and will leak into the liner overtime, and the liner will dry and stick to the head. ...

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05-18-2013, 05:03 AM

Wagriff replied to a thread Brigadefuhrer Weber, Inspekteur der SS-Reitschulen in SS Uniforms and insignia

For years, there has been a persistent rumor that after the war, 3 Jewish American film stars purchased Brigadefuhrer Weber's personal riding horse...

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05-18-2013, 04:59 AM

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05-18-2013, 12:08 AM

Patrick Lewis replied to a thread Anyone else like German swords?? in Daggers and Swords of the Third Reich

I would love to see some more photos of the visor caps. How long have you been collecting? Cheers, Pat

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05-17-2013, 11:46 PM

Larry C replied to a thread Eickhorn dress bayonet in K98 Bayonet

Hi Franco welcome to the forum,,,if you are a collector of bayonets,, I would encourage you when you get time to read some of the threads,,they are...

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