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Hi Nick, Welcome from Scotland. There’s a huge amount of knowledge and experience available here, freely given. Patrick

I can’t help thinking that these guys were amongst the lucky ones, on both sides, taken prisoner in the early days of the war, thus avoiding the carnage of the next four years.

Peter, You’d be very welcome, but don’t forget the sewing kit! Cheers Patrick

Well done Peter, I’ll send you all mine to fix now! Patrick

Yes, light brown.

Hi Peter, Attached are some photos of two of my 1871 pattern helmets where the stitching has gone. These show two layers of brown leather. and David Rowe in his book, 'Head Dress of the British Cavalry and Yeomanry' (p99). says that Dragoon Guards Other Ranks had brown leather backed chin...

Peter, I’ll take some photos of the chinstraps on my helmets. Patrick

Great that Peter got this helmet. It was one I spotted, and would have gone for myself if I hadn’t had one already. It’s in really good condition and better than mine! Patrick

Hi Peter, Just sent you some information. Thought it was going as a pm, but seems to have gone into ‘conversations’ - don’t know if that’s the same thing in the new set up. Patrick

I don’t think even Brian could bring this one back from the dead!

HI Bruno, There’s quite a lot wrong with the 21st century, but there‘s much to be thankful for in terms of medical advances! Patrick

Thank you both, and thanks to Glenn as well. Quite a record! Patrick

I know I’m displaying my ignorance, but who was he? He has an English or Scottish name, but served in the Swedish and German armies. When would this photo have been taken? Final question , how is the Iron Cross attached to the breast plate? patrick

Another brilliant piece of work! Patrick

i have owned a lot of home service helmets and never seen one with metal trim on the rear peak. Possibly a characteristic of this manufacturer, whom I don’t think I’ve come across before? A very nice helmet. Congratulations on the research. It’s always very satisfying to know about the owner’s...

Yes, a very nice helmet. Great condition and nice patina. Patrick

Looks like he would trip over his sword the first time he took a step!

Thanks Clovis, I will have a look at the back of the star. Any idea what the 9 or 6 stamped into the strengthening disc means. Patrick

I realise that those who know what they are looking at don’t want to give pointers to fakers,but, equally, I don’t think it’s helpful to just condemn outright items that those who are new to collecting are posting in good faith. It would certainly make me feel ignorant and time-wasting and put...

Philippe, Thanks very much. I enjoy research, so this is great. Patrick