Military Trader

Prices won’t always go up

Recently, perhaps because of, and more likely in spite of, the recent All Quiet on the Western Front remake, I decided to put together a German World War I uniform display. Needless to say, I was shocked by the prices. In the end, I opted to take the more “affordable” route and sought out a trench coat, gas mask, belt, ammo pouches, and jack boots. I already had an M18 helmet in my collection.

The results were pretty good, and I was pleased. It goes nicely in my small display room.

I shared a photo with my cousin, who has an interest in military history but doesn’t collect. He responded, “That would look cool with a skeleton as the

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Military Trader

Military Trader4 min read
Respect The Venue! (or The Show Won’t Go On)
As a long-time collector, I’ve witnessed a lot of bad behavior at collectible shows large and small – and I’ll admit I’ve been guilty of it at times. I’m not talking about selling fakes, theft or engaging in bad business deals. Those issues all remai
Military Trader4 min read
Canadian Contribution
In the spring of 1941, the United States was not yet embroiled in World War II, but the British Empire was. The war was conducted on the sea, in the air and on the battlefield, of course, but it also had to be won on the industrial front as well. In
Military Trader3 min read
The T23
Interest in a 2½-ton 4x4 truck with extremely high mobility climbed during the early days of the U.S. involvement in WWII. On Feb. 12, 1944 Major E.H. Holtzkemper, Chief, Transport Vehicle Section, Development Branch requested that Fargo’s Robert Big

Related Books & Audiobooks