DAK Heer Buckle

[Fritziii]

As requested byt a few forum members, here are some closeupsof the DAK buckle recently found. I think it reads "H.A. 41" but it's hard to tell, I need to clean it up a bit more, it's in good shape just needs a good cleaning.

Fritz

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[Ric Ferrari]

As requested byt a few forum members, here are some closeupsof the DAK buckle recently found. I think it reads "H.A. 41" but it's hard to tell, I need to clean it up a bit more, it's in good shape just needs a good cleaning.

Fritz

Hello Fritz,

thanks for posting this nice buckle, just my suggestion : leave it as found.

Best

Ric

[Fritziii]

Thanks Ric! I just want to clean some of the rust up abit, nothing drastic just want to help it along per sei.

Fritz

[NZMark]

Hi Fritz,
I agree in essence with what's been said, but there is a difference between preservation and restoration. The rust already present will attract more moisture, and continue the process. I believe that for the items long term integrity, a gentle cleaning would be beneficial.
Just my thoughts - Wonderful Buckle
Best Regards and THANK YOU for sharing,
Mark

[Fritziii]

Thanks Mark! I'l see if I can get a better pic of the mfg. As for cleaning I'll probably just take a soft toothbrush to clean it. Any suggestions?

Fritz

[Ric Ferrari]

......The rust already present will attract more moisture, and continue the process. I believe that for the items long term integrity, a gentle cleaning would be beneficial....

Mark

Mark,

in order to prevent such process, I do usually apply a drop of vaseline : of course that's only my way...

Best

Ric

[Fritziii]

Ric, I'll try that. Hopefully I can get a real nice shot of the mfg also once I brush it a bit, I'm pretty sure it's H.A. but the H is very faint.

Fritz