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Got to love the "little surprises" one often gets with collecting these. Well Done! Regards, Joel

Steve, I have to agree with Alex as well as yourself in determining TR manufacture and that one is a true beauty! The frosting and mint core that one exhibits, warrants front of the medal case attention. Regards, Joel

Steve, I'm with you.. I have to hunt and peck for them here too! Regards, Joel

Naoki, I indeed love EK's! Nice collection once again! Regards, Joel

Naoki, Even in the Far East, the Iron Crosses Grow! Nice display. Regards, Joel

A collection I aspire to have someday! Very Nice Micha! In awe, Joel

Micha, Another fantastic variant and a rare find indeed! Regards, Joel

Good to see you Gents today. You were like two kids in a candy store pawing through the Tupperware I may add... I personally, found Nada and went home empty handed. Well I guess you win some them lose some.. Sob.. Sob... Regards, Joel

Danny, Another fine looking Cross! Absolutely love the patina! Well, lets see if I can be so lucky at the Lowell Miltitary Show today. (Gentlemen, will I see the Usual Suspects?) I'll keep you posted. Regards, Joel

Dear Lord Micha! There is more frosting on that than a Birthday Cake! Love the Cross. Your right about being sceptical about the screwback. Regards, Joel

Yeah, I guess I did get lucky on that one. OK, one that got by you. LOL! Nice Crosses Gents! Regards, Joel

Danny, Another superb find my friend! Not often seen manufacturer either! (at least in my parts) Beautiful MM strike and love the "Chunky" trapazoidal swas as well. Interesting! Wow, just when I think your at bay that I'd have a chance to find a decent Cross and your back to buying them again! LOL! Regards, Joel

Little Collection??? I'm to say the least highly impressed with your collection. Love the Submachine Guns.. Someday, I too, will own one.... Joel

I usually love them with the been there look. However, finding a minty one isn't a bad thing either... Regards, Joel

Gents, One of my favorite Crosses as well!

Sorry for the double posting here..

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ID Card and Caps

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Gentlemen, Though this really isn't my collecting interest I've decided to purchase this small Group. The lot containg two Ike Jackets, one in which is Tailored made by the firm, Kattens of Hartford, Conn. The Ike shown in the picture has the ribbons which are the sewn on type and what I love is all of the devices are hand sewn as well. Interesting snap button modification for each of the Breast Pockets.. Included are three Garrison Caps, two of which are Tropical, military sewing kit, an unissued leather visored Officer's Cap with two hat covers, (all are Tropical), his Dog Tags, Miltiary Id Card and his Miltitary Driver's License. The group belonged to a CWO George E. Dribble who had a seemingly long Military Career. Any additional information anyone can provide would be greatly appreciated. His Ribbons are as Follows: From the top and moving left to right 1. Army Commendation 2. Good Conduct 3. American Defense 4. European African Middle Eastern Campaign with Bronze Arrowhead and Three Bronze Stars 5.UNKNOWN 6.WWII Victory 7. Army of Occupation Right Side of Ike: 1. Presidential Citation with Two Oak Clusters Kind Regards, Joel

Thank you Joe. In regards to the rarity scales our fellow member,Blitz has graciously lent lots of his valuable time compiling our list as well. Wow, I'm impressed with how few exist or at least in the hands of those who have posted others in their respective Forums. Regards, Joel

Douglas, I thank you for your kind words. Not real sure what one would expect to pay for a minty one.... Are these high on the rarity scale? Regards, Joel

Micha, Welcome Aboard!! Regards, Joel

dante, The inscription looks recently added. Hmm.... I think the whole ensemble is crudely constructed to deceive. Just my .02 of course.... Experts? Regards, Joel

Steve, Yet another set of fine acquisitions! I got to get back into the mindset of obtaining an EK1. Had a lovely Carl Wild which was sold shortly after ownership to finance another purchase. Joel