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It looks fine to me; that's exactly the marking you want to see. I have a Pilots helmet exactly like it in my collection but mine has a little darker grey color finish to it but that doesn't concern me at all. 100% Original IMO I'd definitely bid on it if I was looking for one. (y) Mine came...

Just an update on my recent customs bill from Fedex. Armed with the information lifted from the US Customs and Border Protection website regarding HTC 9706.10 and HTC 9705.10 (Thanks Doug) I opened a dispute at [email protected] regarding the charges. Today I received a return email...

Another photo for fellow members like me who are interested in this subject. Again, show without the korkaden which I'm still thinking may have been a choice that was made by the individual. MFG John Josef

Does it also say 124 Infantry Rgt. ?

Hi Doug thanks for your reply. I will certainly look into the difference between the 9705 and 9706 if I can. I hate to say it but sometimes I think it's up to the person working that day at customs. I get things all the time from the EU and lately it seems like almost a lottery you really don't...

Out of curiosity I just pulled out my last Import duties bill from Fedex. This was a purchase from Ratisbon's they marked it Collector's pieces of Historical Interest - HTSUS 9705.10.00.90 - Historical collectibles. No letter of Antiquity, no manufacturer code, no product composition, no art...

Congratulations Sander (y) Any information on the color of the pants? It's very hard to tell from black and white photos. Maybe white or red. MFG John Josef

Sadly, nothing for me but I did really enjoy watching the Auction live. I was surprised by the prices on a few things. :oops: lucky for me I wrote down what I wanted to pay and didn't get caught up in the excitement. Being in the USA you really have to think what the real cost will be when...

Really a wonderful thing you're doing Dane I have to also say they are lucky kids. Looks like they are not only learning German in public school but being taught and shown Imperial German History through show and tell with German Militaria. I don't know what state this is in, but I can tell...

I think you did a bang-up job Kai it looks much better. Always good to see an old warrior being saved and proudly displayed. (y)(y) MFG John Josef

Hi Ron, Thanks for taking the time to post this it's very informative and helpful in understanding and visualizing the process. It brings back the old scool days of wood and metal shop. (y) Next is to try and find and actual period picture of the process. (y) MFG John Josef

Holy Moly :love::love: Congratulations on a fantastic group. (y)(y) MFG John Josef

Commissions, exchange rate and shipping all come into play but if you really want something sometimes you just have to go for it. I have several items in my watchlist we will see how it goes who knows with a little luck ;):)

I don't blame you for picking it up, I also have a hard time leaving old warriors behind even when they show serious signs of neglect. (y)(y)

I wish you continued success with your future acquisitions. MFG John Josef

Looks Great I love it(y)(y) Thanks for taking the time to share with us less fortunate members unable to attend. :cry::cry: MFG John Josef

Really nice examples and congratulations (y) All it takes is money and a bit of patience, and I'm sure you will find exactly what you're looking for. It really blows my mind when I see how fast "collectors" nowadays can build a beautiful and huge collection. Before the internet and you would...

WOW really looking forward to seeing how this will turn out. (y)

Hi Thierry, I'm very interested in the production method you described above where the lever produces these striations. I've have always been curious to know how these helmets were made ever since I first saw and acquired one years ago. I have never heard the production method mentioned or saw...

Hi Dane, Just curious where you are working at is that an Antique store? Also, congratulations on finding a postal official's sword with your collecting of Imperial Postal items lately it seems it was just ment for you to have. I personally would recommend holding out for a complete set...