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Hello again
I wanted to present here my latest acquisition - an Iron Cross 2 class. The cross is a three part construction with magnetic core and no markings on the ring. Also, the iron core is not fixed on the frame but has a very small movement. I wanted to ask for your opinion regarding its authenticity. The frame has some minor imperfections and the details on the core are not very accurate so I have some doubts on this piece.
I would be very grateful if you could help me with this
Best regards
Sever

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Hello gents!

This one is selling quite cheap (for an SS buckle) on the local classfields. It looks ok to me personally, what do you think?

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Can you tell me why this soldier had three sets of dog tags ? On each of them is the same name and surname and date of birth. But why they have different identification numbers and what they mean ? Please help me solve this problem. Thanks.

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To quote Peter Nash in his book,

"After production of the one piece die struck aluminium buckles ceased in 1939, the Kriegsmarine utilised a gilt two piece buckle of the same design as the army complete with pebbled field. These buckles were poorly gilded and many have lost up to 90% of their gilding on both sides, even where no wear is apparent. In 1940 steel buckles were issued to the Kriegsmarine and production of their one piece aluminium buckles was halted. However, the two piece aluminium gilded Heer buckle may have been issued as a dress item after this date."

So, anybody seen or own one? I got this yesterday from a veteran’s family. Brought home by a member of the US 103rd Infantry Division when he picked it up in Brest, France. I acquired the buckle from the veterans son in law.

I know Ben doesn’t like it, but well, it was never sold as a KM, I paid a fair price and I’m not interested in moving it on. I trust the veteran’s son in law, I’m happy it’s never been out of the family. I’ve shown it to Peter Nash and he likes it. I’m not saying that all authors are 100% on all buckles, but combined with where it came from, holding it in hand, and Peter Nash’s opinion on it, I’m happy to have it. Peter only thought there was one other in a collection.

Note on mine, the Overhoff maker mark, the typical Overhoff prongs, the wear pattern under the prong bar and the cross shaped wear where the belt hook meets the buckle catch. The wear marks are showing silver through the light gold on the rear.

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Description: Hello all,

Here’s your chance to pick up a beautiful Army breast eagle that’s bevo produced. This one has been removed from the tunic and does show period wear. Considering how nice these look on display, this eagle would be a great addition to any collection!

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by: all1knew

Description: Hello all,

Here’s your chance to pick up an officer quality breast eagle. This example absolutely saw action and has consistent wear throughout. Would look great in a riker mount or on display with other period items. Priced right!

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free shipping ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD & I don’t charge PayPal fees like some of the other guys!

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William Kramer

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