Recent content by nzef1940

Caught the flu in Rome (on vacation) and now recovering in Berlin, went for a walk yesterday. Spotted a great Pickelhaube (albeit in bronze!)…

Yes thanks and noted, icing on the cake!

Absolutely outstanding, thanks for posting.

Thanks for all the positive comment's, I love this helmet.

Any information regarding this medal appreciated, looks to be a small cased table medal, however for distinction before the enemy? Is this medal type specific to Infantry Regiment 97 only? It is silber (silver) 800 marked on rim and came together with its fitted case. Thanks in advance.

Thank you the reference.

I had always wanted a straight unmessed with one and could not resist!

Description: This Miter helmet has an interesting history. On March 30, 1824 (AKO) this “Russian Style” Miter with Guard Star and Crown was awarded to the Prussian 1st Guard of Foot Regiment – 1st and 2nd Battalions. It was made of a flat brass sheet metal. The Guard Star and Crown were...

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Just in from AOK. Love the rain cover. Will use their superb images, was a tight fit to my cabinet!

Many thanks John.

My friend would appreciate some help identifying his Mitre helmet please (I wish it was mine!). Thanks in advance.

This image came up on my Facebook feed.

I suspect the unit numbering was a custom feature, it is 21. I have not seen this particular moulded figure before and am curious if other collectors have?