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    ostprussenmann_new

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    1. Yesterday, I was looking in some local antique shops and found what I believe to be a Aerial Reconnaissance Camera.  It has everything but the lens and carrying case, however, it is in immaculate condition.

      I know that it is manufactured by Fairchild due to a identification plate, however, no other identification markings.  Even the leveling bubbles worked.  It weighs about 40 pounds.  the only other identification was a SN plate on the inside of 840 M.  It came with some extras in a bag (see photo) and there is a date written on a plate of 25 June 1944.

      If any of you could let me know what it is and the value, it would be appreciated.  The only thing that I found similar to what it could be is a Fairchild Model K-17.

      Thanks

       

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    2. 41 minutes ago, Gerard Auckram said:

      Thanks for all the help. Here’s an update photo. I’ve had to use a few repo items. Iron cross, cuff title, officers tress and paratroopers badge. Still need an Officers eagle and replace the ribbon board. 

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      It is coming around, however, you have put NCO tresse on the collar lapels.  Look at the photo I previously added.  The officer braid is a twisted cord.  Your cufftitle needs to be on the other sleve.  Depending on the impression for your ribbon bar, you still have a WWI fledspangen; it would look more accurate with a WWI/WWII combo bar, or straight WWII bar.

    3. Brad, thanks for starting this thread.

      My first one is from the same battalion as my late great uncle.  M36 Oberfeldwebel Pionier BN Nr 22, 22d Luftlande Division.  The only not original to the tunic is the breast eagle which I believe was added postwar.  It was sewn through the liner and is definitely a midwar Eagle, however being the only ever tunic I have seen from this particular battalion I bought it anyways.

      These pics are all coming off my phone.  I will post some more soon.

       

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    4. You need to get the officer’s braid for the collar.  You would have had better luck making an NCO or EM out of him, but if you do that you would need the waffenfarbe trim.  Your breast eagle is an enlisted one, not officer one either.  Did you see it through the liner because that is not correct? Did you blacklight and burn test the buttonhole EK ribbon?  It looks a little crisp and new; may be postwar added. I am not an expert with Luftwaffe stuff, but I would suggest that you get some reference books on the subject.

      Look at these pictures.  You are going all wrong with your impression.

      Look up the website therupturedduck.

       

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    5. 16 hours ago, laurentius said:

      Dear ostprussenman_new

      Would do you mean by fabricating things? Do you mean fabricating stories or fabricating pieces? I have heard from some people that he makes uniforms which he sells as originals, but I have never seen solid proof of that, opposed to the other things he is known for.

      Kind regards, Laurentius

      Fabricating uniforms.  I personally know someone who used to do the work for him.  For example, taking a plain tunic, then adding badge loops, and throwing a fancy cufftitle on it to pull in more of a profit.  In the Third Reich area adding GD and Feldhernhalle cufftitle s and calling them original.  Nothing special tunic pulling in $1000 USD to adding loops and cufftitle increasing value to $3500 USD.  Get the point?  I will never buy anything from him.

      11 hours ago, dond said:

      There are original wearer's copies from the 20-40s that make perfecting fine collectibles.  Especially if you don't have $20-30 thousand to spend.

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      A few years ago I bought a 40’s made copy for $900 USD. He is way overpriced.

    6. My advice is to not settle.  Get a piece that u can look at for years and be proud of then something you will get rid of.  Also, buy books or check the forums on how to identify the award you are searching for.

      Also, to clarify there is a difference between a replica and Wearer’s Copy and original issued piece (so good ones on emedals).

      Finally my last advice is to start with some more common things or focus on an area like a specific province of awards.  Most common thing to get smart on were EK’s.

      Coming from personal experience you will save a lot of heartache if you research your interests before just buying.

      BTW, Weitze is known for splitting groups, fabricating things, and having high prices.

      Best of luck.

    7. Hello, I recently inherited a volume of books in a will from a avid WSS collector and one of the books was a prized signature for Otto Skorzeny in a 1st Edition Book.

      I was wondering what the community’s expertise has to say about it?

      I was also wondering if authenticated, what the standing value is?

      See attached.  The original signature is in “blue ink.”

      thanks

       

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    8. 19 hours ago, Brad Cancian said:

      Some beautiful tunics MH - just sent you a message :)

      Thanks Ostprussenmann for your kind words on my tunic. Unfortunately the name tag was removed so I can’t research the history. A wound badge would make sense, I agree. A pilots badge is also a possibility.

      Before I collected Luftwaffe ingenieurkorps I collected Heer pioneer uniforms. I still have a few tunics and visors which I could post in another thread if there isn’t one already?

      cheers,

      Brad

       

      Brad, first off I read my posting and realized I had some spelling errors; must have been fat fingers while using my phone to post.  Second I have not found a thread on Heer/WSS Pioniers so go ahead and start one one and we can both post.

      I am still trying to find me my dream Heer Pionier tunic from Pionier Battalion Nr. 22, which a relative served in.

    9. On 7/9/2017 at 19:39, Brad Cancian said:

      Hi all,

      Just acquired this one – a tunic for a Flieger-Stabsingenieur. The tunic unfortunately is not named.  It is in good condition – a few moth nips but the insignia still looks very sharp. The pink and blue really do look good together!

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      See the link below for more pictures:

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      Cheers,

      Brad C

      I really like this one. I love the EK sponges.  Wonder what this guy in WWI?  Surprising no wound Badge.

       I don’t do Luftwaffe, but my favorite type of tunic that I collect are Heer Engineers.  Is there a thread started on GMIC for that?

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