Something Different???????

[Tom Yanacek]

Hi guys,

For a change of pace I decided to go to a U.S. Civil War collector's show yesterday. It was a nice show and a good time, but the end result was the same: I came home with German stuff.

I didn't buy anything expensive or rare, but it is always fun to pick up some inexpensive items that don't break the bank.

Best regards,
Tom

[Tom Yanacek]

This early Westwall Medal was $25, which I think was a good deal.

[Tom Yanacek]

closer view, front & back:

[Antonio Scapini]

I love me too find some TR stuff where no one can think to find them!
BTW: inexpensive pieces, but in very nice conditions!

[bytown]

Nice assortment especially the West Wall.

Wayne

[Kris]

Nice! I like the shooting pins.

[Chet Sowersby]

Tom,
The whole lot is in very nice shape. The West Wall is in superb condition.

Chet

[Ian Hulley]

Yes the Westwall is really nice ... it's always special when you find a little treasure in an unexpected place

Congratulations

Ian

[Tom Yanacek]

Nice! I like the shooting pins.

Hi Kris,

Here is a better look at the Tiroler Shooting Badges. Both are 1944 badges for small-caliber rifle.

This first one is a gold badge. It is 51.64mm in diameter and weighs 22.0 grams.

[Tom Yanacek]

This other one is a bronze badge. It is 40.15mm in diameter and weighs 14.2 grams. The badge is maker marked to Carl Poellath of Schrobenhausen.

[Tom Yanacek]

Thank you!

My thanks to all for the comments.

Best regards,
Tom

[Thomas Durante]

Hi Tom,

Nice little grouping you found. Early westwall medal is very nice, with correct ribbon too.

Tom

[Tom Yanacek]

Hi Tom,

Nice little grouping you found. Early westwall medal is very nice, with correct ribbon too.

Tom

Thanks, Tom. It looks like an original ribbon to me as well.

Best regards,
Tom