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I have a pair of older canvas boot covers that I came across in a pallet of junk I aquired at an auction one day. Would anyone be able to tell me...
I have been interested in buying a WWII hand held walkie talkie since watching "COMBAT" and after seeing one in use at a park where our traveling...
Hey guys , was wondering if someone could put a ruff value on my collection, Im thinking of selling it but I need to know its value. Thanks for...
I've seen many pictures of this webbing, and I've always wanted to use it but I don't know how to put it all together. I'm aware of the rough idea of...
New to me, and I dont know squat about British helmets. I'm guessing it's British. What kind of rivit or dome screw was used originally, so that I...
I just picked this up for under $20.00..is it WW1? No Date, just U.S. on the side of the pick, with U.S. marked handle and WW2 dated 1943 carrier, it...
This is one contract Bill Ricca has no record of. Its on a US M1943 Entrenching tool carrier, dated 1945, with 1945 Ames E tool. Ive been contacted...
I have had these nets for a very long time and never noticed they were two tone green/black. Could these have been manufactured in the UK during the...
There is still plenty of good stuff lurking in junk boxes at flea markets! Found this nice pack this weekend for $15
My dad has a pair of what I think I remember are Navy M17 7x15 binoculars with an m44 case that he bought surplus back in the day. I think I...
I was given this cover from a man that transferred to my company, his entire company was issued this type of camo cover. It is very thin and without...
Were WW2 sand bags overfilled, or 3/4 of the way? I have 25 to fill for a display..40# each?
Can anyone let me know what these go for these days and any ideas on the best way of selling.Condition is good with a good point and leather metal...
I need two! Or? Having the little brass post poking back unprotected seems a good way to scratch the old eyeglass lens some more. :ugh: ...
Hello All, Just had a qiuck question reguarding .50cal ammo cans. I have two of them with locking lids but the lids hinge open on the long side of...
Just added a well worn M1928 helmet to my collection, rust developing on rims. My question is should I just leave it alone, can't imagine there are...
Just got this cover, dated 1953, for my M1 helmet...$55.00, for my USMC son
Unlike many items shown here, this helmet was mine for almost 25 years of infantry service. Although it was originally issued to the USMC, I traded...
Ever seen one like this? I posted these to the AR-15 board awhile back but I thought they might go well here too.
While I'm at it, I also found a box of these unusual pistol pouches. Made from canvas - probably British style but not a type I'm familiar with. Any...
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