Tuesday, May 30, 2017
Well now that's something you don't see every day - 100 armored division patches in a big lot. If patches aren't your niche then I've got plenty of uniforms, helmets and other good listings in this issue.
In the German category today there are several helmets which are always attracting bids. If you want something a little unusual try the ammo basket that is first up below.
Since this block rounds up the smaller countries as represented on eBay there is a wide variety here including Japan, Russia, Italy and more.
Picks from WWI include Russian swords, German daggers, and that unique powder blue shirt.
Saturday, May 27, 2017
The day that I bring home a $500 engine part for a half-track will be the end of my marriage. Well maybe not as my wife is pretty patient but some of these items might surprise you when you see what folks are willing to bid on them.
Although they were meant for war there are examples in this block of really beautiful pieces that had some thought go into the designs and style of the craftsmanship.
I had one of the readers reach out to me about consignment selling. At this time I'm not set up to do that but I'm happy to refer folks on to some of the dealers I know which may be able to help.
I had a kid on Facebook message me today saying he was offended by a Boy Scout patch that has the state flag of Mississippi featured in the design. I wonder if this same twentysomething year old would approve of that Indian design below? LOL
Saturday, May 27, 2017
Click any of these United States auctions to see some that are getting multiple bids from collectors. One of the way I rank auctions to decide if they get in the newsletter is based on how many bids have come in.
German uniforms, helmets, gear and even a nice sniper scope because that's what brings out the money in this category.
There are some nice pieces in this catch-all block that has items from Italy, Russia, U.K. and more.
I'm wrapping up the issue with a round-up of the best selling items in the WWI category. You can't go wrong with any of these as there are less than a dozen choice auctions featured in these links.
Saturday, May 13, 2017
One of the more surprising auction bidding wars I've seen is the propeller from the small WWII era airplane listed below. I guess the propeller is so iconic that it's a great trophy piece even if it's from a diminutive aircraft.
I've stopped listing any watches in the Hot Finds because despite the bidding action I can't be certain that the items are not legit. Do I need to do the same with the eastern European jewelry that continues to get lots of bids or do you think they are ok? You can't be an expert in everything in this hobby.
This issue of the newsletter features a lot of uniforms and this block has one from Russia to top it off. I've also found multiple Japanese swords that are doing really well.
I don't remember seeing the patriotic WWI print below so I've included it. Something like this would do really well in my antique mall booth.
Friday, May 5, 2017
One of the things I like to do when building the newsletter is taking a look at the neat scrap books that pop up for sale in the category. There are a couple in this block today that have neat photos.
German helmets and uniform tunics are big hitters in today's block featuring items from the 2nd most popular category in WWII on eBay.
When you look at as many listings as I do the ones that have unusual pictures kinda jump out. So I guess when you don't have a good mannequin to put your garrison cap on you can always use your hand as a model!
There are some nice daggers and other unique listings in today's WWI block that are ending soon on eBay.