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Is this original https://www.ttmilitaria.com/product/sj343/ also never felt with time traveler before. Are they legit

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I am guessing this is a M-51 TSR 68 stamped and what appears to be factory paint…

I would guess commercially available made for civilian wear.

Product information Publisher: David & Charles Publication date: January 1, 1970 Language: ‎English Print length: 221 pages ISBN-10 0715361414 ISBN-13 978-0715361412 Item Weight ‎1.11 pounds Sources: https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Age-Britain-Sources-History/dp/0715349481

Cant edit... But the N76 stamp i referred to is not manchester but could be SHEFFIELD, my mistake

Hi I have recently purchased a Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 rifle. I am very happy with the rifle, but there are a couple of markings that I cannot identify. I have researched through my Enfield books, online etc, and cannot find real damning evidence of what they are. I would really love to finish the historic story of this rifle if i can and am hoping one of you will be able to let me close the curtain. Here is what I DO know. It was made in MALTBY SORRY I DO NOT KNOW WHAT HAPPENED ABOVE🥵 Hi I have recently purchased a Lee Enfield No4 Mk1 rifle. I am very happy with the rifle, but there are a couple of markings that I cannot identify. I have researched through my Enfield books, online etc, and cannot find real damning evidence of what they are. I would really love to finish the historic story of this rifle if i can and am hoping one of you will be able to let me close the curtain. Here is what I DO know. It was made in MALTBY 1942 and has the correct AA serial number that corresponds with that time. (early- mid 1942) the other markings are: The british standalone broad arrow the GR below a crown with the crossed flags and letter P at bottom VNS on the ring of the foreend (VINERS ltd) S.L on the forend near the underside of muzzle (william sykes ltd) another marking on under side of the stock HM Co ltd (Hobson & Mathers) The bolt does not match the serial number on the attached picture, and thats ok. But the rifle is a textbook example of British made using the dispersal or Decentralization method of wartime manufacture, Where multiple company's around UK send parts to MALTBY to be assembled, then shipped out. So we know where it was born and who most likely had it first. Now , the only marks i cannot identify is a : N ontop of the number 76' Which also looks like its inside a chess looking piece outline. On investigation there are 2 companies with the same name, that used the same code N76 : TEMPERED SPRINGS. One in NSW and one in MANCHESTER. It does NOT look like and aussie refurb marking? ALSO A mark on the receiver that is a: C on top of a 2, inside a circle. Again this does not fit with any CANADIAN proof stamps i have seen. Please could you take a look at the attachments and let me know if you have seen any of these before... Hoping for this last piece of knowledge about this fascinating rifle. Thankyou very much Danny

A complete collection of authentic, genuine campaign stars from the world wide web... Wish they were mine!

Got some references: https://www.ebay.com/itm/315780035395 https://www.militariazone.com/general-medals/ww1-british-army-trio-medal-bar/itm48721 https://www.militaria-sales.com.au/shop/australia/medals-ribbon-bars/australian-ribbon-bar-ww1-service-3-medalswith-original-issue-card/ https://www.ttmilitaria.com/product/bm480/ https://www.ebay.com/itm/267219438754?_skw=wear+your+ribbons&itmmeta=01K05R37YGTAC0NJEY45W1CFPT&hash=item3e37850ca2:g:4RUAAeSwQ8xn~AET&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAA0FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1csC%2FMB0749pGZALaEZfj6jzEnXtkJ0pfY3Y8WEAfQBf0CHkI05P0eYT21nR8fuRB7Zj86dmkd2Q8W07po5aKf6aUtGumKVpdNGwhy%2BERc%2BqMwP9ZOh%2FkOu3OC7cdP0R%2F7MHCsEK5%2BUSZmVu4doDSbx9CoTtWWtXvDI8dLxEcbRYkE8Wrbl2tocrZmgMEQeKKvAU0UtDU9sTwuZhwGTWKr37Xp%2BAm%2B96JXnpEpqk4y%2BEAEifD31eVrG2kdP4RcDrw0%3D|tkp%3ABk9SR7L_jLiBZg

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Early in the morning I walk around the market with my coffee and friends. Two different buddies were yard sailing, found them and brought them in. Coffee and helmets.

Congrats! Man, you sure do score at your flea market(s)!

ABN, A very impressive collection and one I am sure you are proud to have. Leigh

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Hi everyone, Just wanted to introduce myself as a new member. I’ve been collecting militaria for a few years now, with a particular interest in historical firearms, edged weapons, and field gear. I’m always eager to learn more about the background and stories behind the pieces, and I really enjoy hearing from others who share the same passion. Looking forward to participating in the discussions, sharing a few items from my collection, and learning from the wealth of knowledge on this forum. Thanks for having me aboard!

Yesterday was Luftwaffe helmet day at the flea market.

For "stratasfan"... I've included some images and sources... Yes, this is the book on Allied Victory Medals, however, from what I briefly saw, it is WAY TOO SUPER ~ EXTRA overpriced. Dude, it's not rare. It's not some privately printed tome from a vanity press with a production of less than 500. I have no idea why these going concerns want so much money for it. As for me, I got mine from "Pieces of History" a couple of decades ago when it was $25USD postpaid. I guess that's when there was no interest and no demand. Sort of reminds you of those classic, legendary "Bender books". I remember when they were reasonably priced and widely available. It's not like it was half a century ago. It wasn't. They're out there. Don't spend too much... Sources: https://www.ebay.com/itm/356778811918 https://www.amazon.com/Interallied-Victory-Medals-World-War/dp/0961732016 https://www.subchaser.org/laslo-interallied-victory-medals https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-inter-allied-victory-medals-of-world-war-1---2nd-revised-edition_alexander-j-laslo/14165616/?srsltid=AfmBOoplq-LC3D7JWyLW72wcx5aUaBYFAgbzHhRRI5aqfCOVTzOnrkEo#edition=60217064&idiq=48146399 Check this one out, just out of curiosity... https://www.etsy.com/listing/1177962787/reproduction-ww1-16-inter-allied-country

Yeah it does look like the rubber tube part for a VC sandal. I think my plan is to use dark green duct tape or reproduction vc style sandal tube. Option 1 If I use duct tape my reasoning will be: some NVA/VC guy captured a roll of us dark green duct tape and used it for his mags. Not sure if that's historically correct but if that's the only option i got. Might as well have fun with it and make a story out of it. Or I guess I could reverse it and say a navy seal or macv guy captured an ak and used green duct tape he had on hand. I got a Chinese ak47 rubber duck and I want to attach a real ak mag using the "jungle style" method for looks when displayed on my wall. Or option 2 I could buy a reproduction sandal rubber tube. If I do the duct tape method, to keep it from ruining the rubber duck and the ak mag. I'll use electric tape first then go over the electrical tape with a layer of the dark green duct tape to prevent the sticky residue from ruining duck and the mag. The first photo looks like he used electrical tape but it's hard to tell. I'm not even sure if electrical tape was even available for the VC/NVA army at that time without capturing a roll off an American.

This is an outstanding reference for the statistics ~ minded... Loads of bar graphs, pie charts, etc. Well ~ researched and presented. Product information Publisher: Penguin Publication date: July 1, 1997 Language: ‎English Print length: 144 pages ISBN-10 0140513302 ISBN-13 978-0140513301 Item Weight: ‎14.4 ounces Dimensions: 7.1 x 0.39 x 9.62 inches Sources: https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-penguin-historical-atlas-of-the-third-reich-hist-atlas_richard-overy/479635/?srsltid=AfmBOooPnAZ8HSaIVaSg71lGf7GYxIe0NVVUSJZnmdtK9AQvLXNngcP1#edition=2289744&idiq=12232225 https://openlibrary.org/books/OL7356094M/The_Penguin_Historical_Atlas_of_the_Third_Reich_(Hist_Atlas)

It's been quite some time since I last posted in this thread. I suppose the title should now be 25 Years of Japanese helmets. Since my last post I have found several more and have good leads on a couple more. This one apparently was found at a house clean out by a friend of a friend. My friend got it from the first guy and then gave it to me for all the help I've given him over the years. It's a pretty standard type 90 showing age and some abuse, but it does have a nice cover with it. Cover is a nice 1st pattern without the reinforcing band. This cover is a good example where the cover has torn out around the rim thus necessitating the reinforcement on the 2nd model. I've only found a few with covers so this fits nicely. Best ABN

They usually tied it with cord or fabric rather than using adhesive tape. RVN Tan Son Nhut These weapons, rocket rounds, mortar rounds, ammo, grenades, and rocket launchers were captured by ARVN airborne soldiers during a sweep of the battle area surrounding the Old French Cemetery. 7 May 1968 Photo by: SP5 J.F. Fitzpatrick Jr. Pictorial A.V. Plt. 69th Sig. Bn. (A) Photo by a soldier of A Troop/4th Squadron-12th Cav/1st Brigade/5th Infantry Division (Mechanized) Quang Tri Citadel 1972 3rd Battalion 66B Regiment, 304B Division, Saigon 30 April 1975. Photo by Catherine Leroy Saigon 30 April 1975 These I believe may be strips of rubber inner tube like those used as sandal straps.

Yes, the Barracked Police (light green collar tabs and shoulder boards) could wear the marksmanship lanyard but the regular police (dark green insignia) could not. Early Grenzpolizei / Grenztruppen could also wear the marksmanship lanyard, along with collar Tresse as shown below.

A nice example.

Gents, I have been looking to find out something about this gentleman but no luck. I can't find a name in the jacket. There can't be that many General Officers with the Military Cross? I am hoping someone could give be a little more information or tell me where to look. I am assuming that it World War 2. Thanks in advance. LW

Frau Major Alexandra Schütz-Knospe and the Heeresmusikkorps Neubrandenburg in Berlin 2012 doing their thing, lots of Facing Movements Marching Evolutions and all that Good Stuff.