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Military Musings

There is nothing quite like coming home with new treasure from the annual Show Of Shows (SOS) each February, the MAX in September, or even just a local show down the road any time of the year. However, we need to watch for what might have come along for the ride.

The most common fear is the old wool jacket that could be infested with moths, which is why some savvy dealers and collectors will put such items into a short-term “cold storage” in the freezer. Experts agree that freezing will kill clothes moth larvae and

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