Paul R

Interesting to see the Heer style of tresse on the shoulder straps.

Hi Lorenzo, Who is William? I was not asking about Saddam's personal insignia. I was asking about shoulder boards from the time period between Desert Storm and OIF. How can I tell the difference between insignia made during the "Saddam" time period and the repros being sold by that Company?

I dont see any issues.

Another great addition, Gordon!!

Can you please make a larger scan of the photo?

That really sucks. I am sorry to hear about this. I hope that you are able to recoup your money, at the very least.

My question is easy... how does one tell if a set of Saddam era rank slides are reproduction or the real deal? I have seen lots of purported reproductions on certain sites and Ebay(Surprise Surprise). What traits should I look for to separate the real insignia over the reproductions? The reason I ask is that I found a nice set to a Major General(Shoulder boards, beret, and party pin). I am confident in this source, but if I wanted to dabble on my own with Ebay, I just want to know what to look out for! Paul

I cannot get over how much he has aged between the last two photos. The earliest the photo can be is 1914 and the latest the last photo can be is Apr38. It was a long 24 years!! LOL He was evidently a musician by trade, while in the military. How in the heck did he get so many valor awards?

I thought that God could do anything....

He sure is... but I cannot access Facebook here at work. Can you? :rolleyes:

Thanks for the kind comments!! I still have a few more remaining to find!

I look forward to hearing the opinions of some of the experienced SS collectors as well!! :jumping:

Magnificent medals Garth! I love the enamel work on the Chinese and French medals.

Lets see that shoulder cord!! Very interesting tunic. I look forward to seeing the tabs as well.

Nothing like a little bribery!! LOL

There is a certain "French Gentleman" that I know who has a couple!

I agree!! Lets see some nice closeups of the insignia! Looks to be a really nice Waffenrock.

Here is what one of the TR period boards he is wearing would look like(Dependant upon the waffenfarbe of the unit he was attached to).

Here it is!! Notice the two toned threads... gray highlights on the horse shoe!

Arrgghhh... I have been trying to get my hands on some of his photos for a VERY long time!!! I wonder if his imperial era musikmeister board is red as well?

The reverse looks funny to me... perhaps it is the lighting?

Very interesting piece of aviation history! You are lucky to have been able to acquire it.

Magnificent collection of LS Bars!

Another beautiful award!! The shine on the wreath is amazing!

Finally