Bob Hunter

Thanks for the brief dissertation on mounts, Rick.

Lovely barette, Andreas!

Really a fine example!

...providing the regulations allow that latitude.

How rare is the Indian Mutiny Medal with the bar for the Defense of Lucknow? It is a marvelous piece!

I love the early pieces too. Still, my Juncker preference is only an opinion. Early Assmans make a strong statement on their own but when it comes to para badges it's different story---Deumer hands down. Again, just an opinion based on a quality coparison of early badges. Don't throw your Juncker paras in the trash based on my opinion.

It looks like the muddy detail and the pin backs are the bell ringers on this batch.

A very handsome and interesting group. Thanks Ed.

Now that looks like fun! Be sure and send pictures of its first dive.

I love the real one though! Especially railroad steins.

Brian, I showed it here too. Just do a search using the name "Bodenstedt." You'll find it.

Does anyone know why a crown device is used on the ribbon for the Order of the Italian Crown rather than the red and white rosette that appears on the full medal?

Remarkable pair! Still have 'em?

Gorgeous!

I first encountered the term in the late fifties and it referred to a special demonstration where all the weapons of a type division were brought to bear within a small area. Demonstrations would begin with a squad firing the M1, then the BAR, next the Browning .30 cal through mortars, tank guns and a variety of artillery tubes climaxing with TOT fire by 8"guns. It was an impressive display. Done today it would be even more impressive.

Interesting trio, Rick. I remember the feux pas over the center bar.

...anyway to work surfing into this plot?

Paul, from the cypher alone I would bet it's a Baden LS.

Marc, there is nothing left to be said except welcome!

A remarkable bar Christophe. Thanks for showing it.

Is it true that in the US collecting community only RR can own anything connected with St. Tammy?

Just my opinion but the OZL goes to third place based on what I've seen here. Still it is the only award using crystal in the assembly, correct? Hard to rank the other two as they are most attractive.

I really like these little guys and I'd like to see some of yours.

Nawwwwwwwww, Stogieman! The picture border lacks the hallmark texture of Astro Turf which ought to be renamed StogieTurf.

The swordfish was a distinctive unit insignia for Oakleaves winner Heinrich Lehmann-Willenbrock and his crew of U-96 and later his flotilla. He served as technical advisor for the movie DAS BOOT and this insignia appeared on the movie boat. Since then the badge has popped up all over the world and is frequently seen on Ebay. As Stogieman points out these were often made aboard ship and have a very hand made character. It would be tough to spot a real one. Perhaps Gordon can share some insight on this.