Vacation Finds
We picked up this M1 because we needed a chin strap to complete the M1 we already have and for 15 bucks, the price was right. Had intended to just take the strap off and leave the shell behind, but the more I looked at it the more I liked it so I guess what, were still looking for a chin strap for our other lid. Ive got some questions on the M-1 but Ill post those on another thread with a bunch of photos.
Attachment 232712
This cap Im not sure of yet, Ive seen a few photos of similar visor caps but Ive not done any real digging yet, it appears to be authentic though, made by Berkshire. Ill post more photos of it later on in the appropriate thread.
Attachment 232713
I think we did good on this M2 Gas Mask, its in pretty darn good shape and comes with all the extras. I still need to figure out if it is an A2 or an A3, Im not familiar with the exhaust valves yet, M8 or C12 I dont know the difference.
Attachment 232714
Picked up this, and another couple of front page papers headlining the Surrender by Japan.
Attachment 232716
My kid just had to have that other gas mask in the back right of the first photo, I think it is Israeli but not sure, thats for him to figure out.
We tried to pick up a Spanish M42/79 that the store had priced like it was a German lid. My kid kept trying to convince the store owner otherwise but he wouldnt budge, saved me 40 bucks. Also passed up a German WWII Civilian gas mask, the one with the large flat filter, can’t recall the model right off the top of my head? It was a little rough and I recall seeing these things on Ebay, still in the box, for cheep.
Think we did OK, all totaled up we spent right at $100 plus another $20 to ship home.
Russ & Son
