Recent content by Nick B

Sorry to bring an old thread out to life again, Just read the comments and looked at the photo, The guy second from the left either has a better matched colour or his helmet cover was never unit marked unlike the others, (replacement equipment that was now issued to follow the order?) Dunno if...

Thanks for the help Gus Regards Nick

Thanks, I'm at work at the moment, But have some pics of my helm, There is also a stamping in the top of the crown but it is a lot harder to read. I can type what is written when I get home, The most unfortunate thing is the rear skirt stitching is almost all gone and the back of the helm...

Ah I see, It did say beer but i was slightly confused by the mention of potatos, The light? Oh no I think my friends already think I am a lost cause with my collection of ww2 items... I'm sure the first thought for many upon seeing my pickelhaube would be upgrade (it needs some work the poor...

Cheers guys, Thanks for the welcome, I have been collecting militaria (mainly ww2 items) for about 5 years, But picked up my first pickelhaube the other day (it's not the best example but its the first one I have) So decided to join. I'm not so sure about mexican potato vodka... as long as they...