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The “Power Bulge” Peak

In contrast to the "same plane" peak, the "power bulge" is heavily padded, and juts out above the band before turning upwards.
(this is in contrast to what I call "forward lean" peaks, that have no turn-up).

It is seen on immediate prewar visors, and was continued into the early war period.

Shown is a Medical visor with this look:

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How to ID a psotwar MP40/STG/M1 Carbine magazine?

A local gun dealer has just recieved a ton of old military magazines. Some I recognize as M1 Carbines and MP40S, as well as Sturmgewher magazines, but how do I tell if they are post WWII? I At any rate, they’re in great condition, so I’ll buy one of each just for the heck of it, it’s military no matter what, but I just thought this would also be a good topic for future reference.

Are there any physical characteristics? Markings?

Thanks in advance, I’ll post pics when I get there.

WW1 RFC RAF Officers Visor Cap

I have my eye on a WW1 RFC /RAF Visor Cap listed on ebay. These caps are a bit out of my comfort zone so I’m hoping some of the experts out there could kindly share their thoughts. It looks original to me and the wear seems consistent with the era. The strap buttons look like replacements but everything else seems good. I’ve never been able to differentiate the WW1 from the WW2 cap badges but I think (?) this one is an original WW1 badge.

Thoughts and comments are much appreciated.

Cheers,
KD

ww1/1918 pattern RAF Officers Service Dress Cap | eBay

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Orig. solo Kragenspiegel Kriegsverwaltung, besetzte Gebiete Uniform-Effekte 3369

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German NCO uniform

Dear members,

I would like your opinion about this NCO Jacket.
I have some question’s about the eagle, is it perhaps replaced?

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UNIFORM Hose, Takelhose, Bordhose, Kriegsmarine, Wehrmacht, german WW 2

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Wehrmacht Stahlhelm 35 SE62 - Steelhelmet, Model 35, Deutsches Afrika Korps, DAK

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my Ike jackets

not much to do today so I decided to photograph my Ike jackets for you guys
One belongs to a member of the 45th infantry division from ww2 and the other belongs to a Member of the 82nd airborne division from the mid-to-late 50’s.
I’ve had the 82ne airbone ike for a couple years not and I still can’t identify what the white cords on the right shoulder are for. could anyone help me out?

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