Wehrmacht

Original deathcard to Grenadier Ludwig Opfinger, Killed in action 12.10.1944 in the Netherlands. Opfinger is buried is Ysselstein.

Unique offering of a original Period altered battledress to a member of the First Polish Independent Parachute Brigade. The battledress is a typical Polish used example with period altered pointed and opened collar, the shoulderstraps with aluminum Tresse in the rank of Sergeant is also period sewn to the garment. The collar insignia are a neat fit and fit exactly into the narrowed collar points which is typical when we look at period portrait photographs of Polish paratroopers. The collar tabs are of a early pattern and in good condition with the felt backing. The qualification badge is in good condition and is marked TOBIE OJCZYZNO 451 which is a very low number which is also seen with Arnhem veterans. The badge ring is marked Kirkwood & Son Edinburgh. The badge had its combat jump wreath soldered on at some point; but it broke off as can be seen on many original badges. The badge is affixed through the breast with a reinforced hole with backing wool. The shoulder titles Poland are nice original printed examples and are quite rare examples. They are handsewn to the sleeves. The Battledress is slightly altered; the collar points are narrowed and the front buttonholes are removed and sewn shut. There is a small hook underneath the waistband and the shoulders are slightly taken in and have been reinforced. The Battledress was found together with the blue grey beret when it was obtained from a Veteran approximately 38 years ago. The Beret is not the textbook Polish issue type, but is a wartime example with a original Polish capbadge. The Battledress looks to have all insignia period applied and has the typical Polish paratrooper modifications. A very hard to obtain battledress, even if you’re only counting the insignia – surely a once in a lifetime opportunity to obtain a full set!

Rare original pre war German uniform pattern book. This A4 sized book has a load of illustrations and information showing how to cut, sew and finish uniforms. This handbook was in every tailor shop or factory that produced uniforms for the German army. The patterns inside range from the basic Luftwaffe, Heer and Kriegsmarine uniforms to SS black uniform tunics. There are multiple diagrams illustrating the wide variation of rank and trade patches in the Heer, Kriegsmarine and Luftwaffe. There are several copies for sale online and one original for 8000 euro. This is a very rare original example in complete condition!

Nice original leather battery box for the MGZ and other different optic lighting in good condition.

Rare Astra 600 holster marked dkk 44 indicating production by Friedrich Offermann u. Söhne, Lederwarenfabrik, Bensberg. Very hard to find original Astra 600 holster in good condition!

Matching K98 pouches marked RBNR. Nice riveted examples with one being named in the centre lid. One pouch lacks the internal dividers, the other is complete. Nice matching riveted pair!

Textbook US Bolo knife marked J.S. Mod. 1917 C.T. complete with its original scabbard.

Nice original Luftwaffe Obergefreiter rank in unissued condition.

Nice single Hermann Göring Division collar tab in doeskin cloth.

Rare original M17 double decal Luftwaffe transitional helmet. The helmet features multiple pre war or wartime repaints with two sets of layered Luftwaffe decals. The helmet retains its factory fitted size 56 liner and period modified chinstrap. The Luftwaffe decal no longer has the swastika; there is no signs of it being scratched off with a blunt tool but these Luftwaffe decals are also known to flake. Excellent untouched helmet!

Excellent original K98 Dress bayonet with brown leather frog and red felt insert. The bayonet is marked WKC and is in unsharpened and uncleaned condition.

Excellent original Krim campaign shield in uniform removed condition.

Original US M1936 field jacket in good worn condition. The top left sleeve shows signs of at one time having a 13th AB patch attached.

US Officers shirt army regulation form fit 100% pure virgin wool Styled by Yale, London Shrunk