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So, this has some interesting traits. I agree with you, the reverse is a different pin and retaining clasp. However, I do think that this does have a chance of being a period fix. The Front details seem to be crisp and clear. I like what I am seeing. I wouldn't be ashamed to have this in my collection. Best Regards, JustinG

Hi, So I guess this is a bit of a loaded question. It would depend. The Serial number and such would have been when and where the sailor was inducted into the Reichsmarine or Kriegsmarine. The Physical locations. N being Northsee and O being Ostsee. for example. Chances are, that this sailor would have been assigned to a unit or schule before being assigned to the Scharnhorst. Best Regards JustinG

Nice one Morten. Thanks for sharing.

Nice piece. I would assume a stamp with the eagle and Marine along with possibly a N or O designation assigned number. That would be what I would expect to see for a naval attributed piece. However, that is from a novice who is not familiar specifically with these kinds of equipment. Do you think that there was a rubber gasket that might now be missing? To help keep it waterproof? Best Regards, JustinG

Ok, So we have the Kreuzer Berlin (after reoutfitting post WW1) and The Kreuzer S.M.S Amazone ( before her refit during service in the Reichsmarine). So, What is the other ship with the Wappen? Let's have some fun. See who is curious. Best Regards, JustinG

Wow, this flag has seen better days. A flag with less holes would typically go for around 500-600USD in this condition and size (This is a larger flag and so harder to display) I would figure no more than $300USD in today's market. Here is an example of one that is being sold and is in much better condition. Same maker as well https://www.germanmilitaria.com/Kriegsmarine/photos/K007588.html Best Regards, JustinG

A Few new ones to show you. Marineschule Mürwik Marineschule Kiel

Torpedoboot Leopard and Vermessungsschiff Meteor Thanks for looking. My collection is growing and growing. Best Regards, JustinG

Here is two more. Fischereischutzboot Weser and the Torpedoboot Kondor

There is a wealth of knowledge on this fourm as well as others. The best thing you can do is to do some research on your own. Look at various examples. Look for label marks and compare with other known examples. As you noted, This would be a very expensive mistake to make if you were uneducated. With prices like you said, a period one will not be cheap. Get feedback...post here, ask questions, get people whom have a good reputation and have no invested interest who can give you feedback info. Don't feel rushed. If you see a tunic that is grossly under priced, don't fall victim to an impulse. Genuine articles will always catch a market premium. SS is the most expensive area of focus in the Third Reich collectables for the most part. The websites of those selling can also be a great place to learn. For example, Here is a SS tunic and pants being sold by H.Weitze. https://www.weitze.net/militaria/13/SS_SD_Feldbluse_und_Stiefelhose_fuer_einen_SS_Sturmscharfuehrer_des_Sicherheitsdienst_nbsp__381413.html The photos can help you look and see the construction, the description can also help. Best of luck. JustinG

Well, the photos shared has both soldiers appear to wear the combo Eagle and Kokarde along with a clearly visible edelweiss. These hats appear from time to time. I wouldn't suggest getting a reproduction. If a hat is a hard thing to display, perhaps you could do something that is a bit easier. A simple edelweiss, the eagle you shared and any other personal effects you have. Make a little case. Here is a tribute I did to the Mountain troops Gebirgsjäger for some inspiration. Best Regards, JustinG

Looks like the middle man is wearing a luftwaffe tunic ( you can see the eagle is of that style). The Far right soldier It looks like a heer of I dare say a Kriegsmarine Coastal Artillery jacket. Now the resolution of the photo will make it extremely hard to say for certain.

Greetings, I just acquired a lovely sales display board from pre 1935. Anyway, there is a piece that was missing from the board. The lower insignia should be the Marine Seeflieger rescue badge like this one. Now, I don't happpen to have one of these insignia. I was also wondering if I should continue to add labels to the piece as well. There were some that managed to survive but there are lots that are missing. So, What are your thoughts? Should I leave it alone. Should I hunt and possibly incorporate this insignia when I get it? Should I add names? This is a period board I believe. I would love to hear the thoughts of the members. What would you do? Best Regards, JustinG Thanks for looking.

Well, I am sorry, I am not able to help you with this endeavor. However, I really like the look of both boards. Very nice detail. Best Regards, Justin