A nice new addition to my collection is this paratrooper log book. It is undated, but judging by the contents this must be an early war publication. Inside are pages to record the paratrooper’s own personalia and notes for each … Continue reading →
The makers of the first 350 jump wings were Bailey, Banks & Biddle Company of Philadelphia. All of these first wings bear BB&B on the back and they are a rare collector’s item. I just wanted you to know that … Continue reading →
I was looking for another paratrooper helmet liner when I came across this very special repro of a St Clair. That changes a bit from the Firestones and Inlands. The St Clair was green on the inside and had a … Continue reading →
The M3A1 released by ARES earlier was a beauty, but sadly, no cocking lever. I was very tempted by the superior finish of this full metal replica. The grey parkerization looks really convincing and it’s a really solid piece. But … Continue reading →
At last, Denix seems to have picked up on feedback from collectors and re-enactors and is now bringing us the early M1 carbine without the bayonet lug and with the early flip-flop rear sight. Thanks Hugh for pointing this out … Continue reading →