Jim Baker

The reverse....

Another eBay bargain. 741st TB in greenback. Only one I've ever seen.

That's a silver knot......

Yes, this is a nice all around modelling site. Thanks, Steve.

Thanks Steve. I'm also still wanting to check out your new museum location. This summer should be much quieter. Do you guys still have that box of imperial medals? This is the place to get them identified. Yep, 3 years, 8 days, but who's counting??

Howdy Mark!! Welcome!! I love these wings, and as you say the Balfour wings are beautiful! Keep them coming!!

Hey Steve, I agree with what you're saying. I have no problem with criticism as long as it is constructive and not the "holier than thou art" type of replies. I've visited a lot of modeling forums where no matter what is posted, it's just the best thing they have ever seen, when clearly there was room for improvement utilizing very simple methods. I think those forums are more for show and tell, and I'm sure they don't want to scare new or younger modelers away. I've posted projects that I was sincerely looking for constructive criticism on, and really gotten nothing. This after looking at the work of some clearly outstanding modelers. I suppose you have to attach a disclaimer asking for honest opinions. BTW, sorry we couldn't talk the other morning, they are keeping me running. I'm looking forward to getting back to M/W soon. Any shows coming to Denver soon?? I've never entered a contest. I don't really model at that level, but would enjoy the experience. Talk to you soon.

Chris, There are a lot of modelers out there who build for a living. I'm afraid I'm not quite that good, but if you are looking for something in particular, I'm sure you could have it made to order.

Hi Paul, I believe in the late 30's - early 40's. Maybe someone else knows for sure.

And then of course after......

Hi Paul, Thanks. I'd have to go through and count them up. I have most of the common armor patches and some battalion patches. I'm starting to collect the Infantry patches now. Here is one I really like that you don't see too often. The 101st Infantry before they were airborne.

Bob, I'm not sure I understand your question, but here are my Corps patches. I'd love to get my mits on an original XVIII Corps. Sorry about the crappy photo.

Bob, I only have two V Corps. Here is the other. I think the "thin" numeral above is an earlier variant. The V Corps never came to be. It was anticipated and patches were made.....but.

Jon, I like it. I think the patches in the frames look really nice too. I might do this with some of my US patches. Jim

Reverse.....

Here's a lucky find from over the holiday!! Cheap!!

Hello Steen, Thanks very much for the response.

Hello, I have this bit of info regarding this generals WWII career. Does anyone have any info on his WWI or earlier career? Reinhardt Georg-Hans, Colonel-General (1887-1963) 1934 - 1937Chief Army Training Section 1937 - 1938Commanding Officer 1st Sch?tzen Brigade 1938 - 1940General Officer Commanding 4th Panzer Division, Poland 1940 - 1941General Officer Commanding XXXXI Panzer Corps, France-Yugoslavia-Eastern Front 1941 - 1942General Officer Commanding 3rd Panzer Group, Eastern Front 1942 - 1944General Officer Commanding 3rd Panzer Army, Eastern Front 1944 - 1945Commander in Chief Army Group Center, Eastern Front 1945 Retired 1945 - 1948Prisoner of War 1948 Condemned to 15 years imprisonment as war criminal 1952 Released Any additional information is appreciated. Thanks!!

Thanks guys, that was very thorough. I forgot to post it, but he also has this??

Greg, GREAT crosses!! Some really beautiful pieces there, and I love the variations!!

Don, That is a very nice collection. Thanks much for sharing it.

Nick, As you know, at one time I collected EK's. That single parade mounted EKII is the best I have seen. All of these are sweet.

And he got this when he retired, so was not added to the rack.

I really enjoyed Rick's thread on the USAF ribbon bar, so I wanted to see what you guys could tell me about this rack?? Thanks!!

WOW!! You got some nice "stuff" there Don. I like the variety. It kinda looks like you already have a war room. More??