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Doug, I'm completely blown away! I just wanted to take a quick peek at the forum, and then I stumbled upon this sensational find. The exhibits and the presentation of this one-of-a-kind collection are exemplary and absolutely, absolutely beautiful! Warm regards from Germany! And if the MG...

Sensational 🤩

:) Great atmosphere at Reiner's! No wonder, given the collection! Best regards Frank

Hello Mike, It's truly fantastic! 🤩 The condition, etc., is superb. A truly beautiful “Major” from the regiment! Do we have a provenance here? Best regards Frank

Hello Reiner, Congratulations on this new ensemble. The gentlemen from the “schools” are always something special!:) Best regards Frank

Too bad, Tony. I would have been so happy to see your M/87… 🤩 Best regards Frank

What a wonderful movie! And time and again, the quality of the ensemble casts really shines in this unique collection! Best regards Frank

Yeah, you three great guys, I’ve been collecting for 40 years too! I was just talking to a well-known German dealer about this last week. He told me, “My goodness, I had two of those models years ago. I had a hard time getting rid of them because nobody wanted them back then.” I’ve had every...

Hello Clovis, Yes, I’m familiar with those typical design features. You actually showed us this wonderful helmet here in our community back in 2023. I was hoping that you—or perhaps another gentleman—might take pity on me and offer me one!:) Thanks again for showing it to us! Hope dies last...

Dear fellow collectors, Looking for a regulation M/1887 helmet from the Prussian Line Infantry. Will pay above market rate! Best regards Frank

Zeb, I'm always speechless! These high-quality photos really make you hungry! What an enchanting wardrobe… :D Best regards Frank

Zeb, Every time you showcase something from your one-of-a-kind collection, I’m blown away by the quality and the stunning photography of the exhibits! Congratulations on this life’s work! Best regards Frank

What a beauty :) Beste regards Frank

Oh my God, what sad news! An institution has now left us! He will truly be missed... R.I.P. Frank

Hello Sandy, An exciting topic. But yes, based on the documents you have provided (1877, Military Code), it is obvious. The Birkenfelders were certainly also recruited for the IR 70. This is clear from the wording of the AKO of June 16, 1913, on the appointment of the Grand Duke of Oldenburg as...

Here are IR 70

Hello Sandy, Not the IR 30 (Graf Werder), but the 8th Rhenish IR 70, Saarbrücken (1914). Here, the Oldenburg natives were drafted from the enclave of “Birkenfeld” in accordance with the convention of October 1867. Until 1897, the troops wore their Oldenburg and Prussian cockades on their...

🤩 It has found a worthy new home! Congratulations! Best regards Frank

Gentlemen, once again, thank you very much for your positive comments! I really appreciate it, thank you! As I said, when time allows, I will present a few more exhibits! Best regards From Germany Frank

Hello Zeb, What a fantastic cap. As an “Oldenburg specialist,” this makes me really nervous. As always, excellent work, and congratulations on this find. Best regards Frank