Any DAK items

[Tim O'Keefe]

Hi Mark

Nice set of cockades, and really like the DAK Pz Officer
Though the tunic's eagle placement has me puzzled abit ?

cheers

[msteve21]

Hi Mark

Nice set of cockades, and really like the DAK Pz Officer
Though the tunic's eagle placement has me puzzled abit ?

cheers

Hi Tim
Personally not how I would have placed the eagle, however plenty of photographic evidence to show it wasn't an exact science re application. By example, have a look at p 17 in Kurts Afrikakorps Uniform book for a similar eagle placement on a Pz Officer tunic.

Thx for the comment Paul, as to the cockades, it wasn't an item I set out to specifically to collect, one came from ebay last year, by pure luck I was the only bidder and got it for a 1970's price.

Anytime your in need of one Greg, just pm me or try Matt, he has an outstanding DAK insignia collection.

Cheers

Mark S

[Tim O'Keefe]

Hi Mark

Agree not the common area. But usually take this as a positive sign, not negative, as the fakers/ dealers know where the eagle on a tropical tunic is "supposed" to be.... just like some bad locations for the tk's etc.

Does not distract from the very nice tunic imo. And of course the matching M40

cheers
Tim

[JReeves]

I am looking for some info on this DAK ring that we found in my Dad's belongings after he passed recently.
All we know is that he purchased it while stationed with the US Army in Germany in the early 1950s.
I am not a collector, but have done a little research and have seen several similar rings here in this forum and elsewhere.
We would really like to know the approximate value of this ring so that we can possibly pass it on to someone who will appreciate it.
Any additional info would be appreciated as well.

Thanks!

[-Ray-]

Can anyone handle more matching belt set ups?


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- Buckle GB 41

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Reverse

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W/ pouches. Lovely rich dog-sh*t brown color tone to the pouches and bayonet handles.


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- Bayonet Clc 43

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Matching set. Though not a desirable dtd. 1941-42,but yet acceptable.


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- Mfg " Henseler & Co. ULM 1938"

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"And in wear w/ M-42!" I was fortunate to consolidate such an unusual evenly toned and subtle fair wear to the uniform ensemble from head to toe on this dude.


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May as well post him again.


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Grouped PZ GDR's.


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Since we don't see too much KM here on this thread; maybe not quite DAK but a Sudfront yes, like most of the stuff here. This could well illustrate service in the Afrika area of eligibility.

Once again, nice material and congratulations to all for the added acquisitions. Thanks for sharing and keeping the thread electrified! Will eventually be posting more of my tropical dummies and collection soon.


-Ray-


- Torpedo Mechaniker

[msteve21]

Thanks for sharing your Tropical Memorabilia
Outstanding collection Ray, love the KM uniform and the Pz Grenadier Officers uniform.

Love to see some more photos of the KM outfit


Mark S

[Paul l k]

Ray,, Thanks for letting us into your world of collecting.. Beautiful setting and displays .. You certainly have put a lot of effort into these superb mannequins..
I love the 2 sets of boots, much harder than caps to find and I do totally agree with Mark S it would be nice see more KM Afrika items...

Cheers
Paul

[barry1954]

Very nice displays Ray. Those early webbed belt rigs are great. Keep the pictures coming