This vintage German wool blanket was issued to the Reichsmarine (Navy) in the 1920s-1930s. It is made of high-quality wool and features the official Navy emblem. The blanket is a unique piece of history, perfect for any collector of militaria or vintage items. It has been well-preserved and is in great condition. Some nips and thin spots. Small nickel sized stain. Add this piece of German Navy history to your collection today.
Those who fulfilled a certain standard were assigned the appropriate shooting category and awarded this badge.
Full Parade Dress SHAKO as worn by the Corps of Cadets, United States Military Academy, West Point, New York. This dates from the late 1920s through the WW2 era. NOTE: The period Uniform, Red Sash, Sword Sling, and Cadet Sword are NOT included in this sale, but the CADET SWORD and the SWORD SLING are listed for sale separately on this site. Size is an approximate 7 1/8 or 7 1/4. This most likely was worn by an Officer whose class was one the LAST classes to receive training with horses. Cadets’ Company assignment (until 1960) were still based on height, the taller men going to the “flanker” Companies, and still graduated by General Order of Merit (until 1970). RARE in this SUPERB CONDITION!! Well cared for and stored for the past 75+ years! TRUE STAMPED BRASS Chain-link Chin Strap! Late 1920s-1930s West Point U. SHAKO for wear with the Full Parade Dress Uniform. The WEST POINT SHAKO is an often overlooked piece of headgear by WWII collectors! Pershing, MacArthur, Eisenhower, Patton, Bradley, Westmoreland, Dawkins, Schwarzkopf, Pompeo wore one of these first! This is NOT a current molded PLASTIC SHAKO!! Unlike many SHAKOS, the large-plate U. Crest INSIGNE (the “Fried Egg”) the BRASS VISOR TRIM, and the CHINSTRAP BUTTONS are GLEAMING! The Brass Insigne shows years of very, very careful polishing with’Brasso’ — the breast of the Eagle surmounting the shield with Athena’s Helmet, has been’correctly smoothed’ during the Cadet’s Plebe year to increase reflectivity. There are ZERO scratches to Athena’s Helmet. This INSIGNE with the correct two knurled brass SPINNERS is in absolutely PERFECT condition! No plastic, no polyester, no vinyl whatsoever!! This Shako is made of WOOL over Pressed Fiber, LEATHER, and BRASS. This is a SUPERB vintage piece whose basic design has remained unchanged for generations! Particulars of construction and condition. The AGE/ANTIQUITY/WEAR of this particular Shako is evident in four features: (1) The Lacquered CHINSTRAP shows wear and significant surface’crazing;’ (2) There is a single vertical hairline crack in the center of the heavily polished VISOR, which does NOT detract from the Visor’s appearance; (3) Beneath the heavily-polished Calfskin CROWN very minor’spiderweb’ crazing can be detected beneath the multiple layers of polish; and (4) The CHINSTRAP BUTTONS show very heavy polishing wear — which adds to the’patina’ of this piece. True CALFSKIN Top (not Vinyl)! True stamped BRASS (not plastic) CHAIN LINK Decorative Chin Strap! The original “hooked connectors” that fasten to the ” CADET/ USMA” CHINSTRAP BUTTONS are present! The interior of the crown is lined in a fine BLACK COTTON! The Liner is of Black LAMBSKIN, not Vinyl! The interior Lambskin LINER is supple and is in an amazing state of preservation! The LINER is intact- with ZERO b rittleness,’crazing,’ or tears!! The PATENT LEATHER TRIM and VISOR have been spit-shined and are gleaming with ZERO’bubbling’ or crazing from exposure to heat over the decades, (only the minute hairline crack, visible upon close inspection)! The Solid Brass VISOR TRIM is still solidly attached, unbent, and shines like a MIRROR! The black WOOL CROWN retains its PERFECT shape! The black cotton liner- adjustment SHOELACE is also present. Marked THE CADET STORE, WEST POINT, N. Inside the older’SMALLER’ Silver gilt lozenge. The later Cadet Store’lozenge’ was’larger’ and stamped in gold, not silver, gilt. This was a contract with the long-time supplier of Shakos for over a century, J. BAYLY AND SON, INC. OF FINE UNIFORM HEADWEAR / EST. Photo illustrated trade catalog of 1900 they described themself as BAYLY HAT MANUFACTURERS OF FINE SILK AND FUR HATS. SUPERIOR Black Wool exterior! Both Blackened Copper VENTILATORS are present. The Patent Leather TRIM Strips and the Crown TOP are in SUPERIOR “spit-shined” condition! The GLISTENING heavily-lacquered Adjustable Black Leather CHINSTRAP shows age, cracking, but with ZERO breaks! It is intact, supple, and strong! The ADJUSTMENT TABS/KEEPERS are HAND-STITCHED not stapled! Black POMPOM (made of SHORN WOOL), canted forward, is in PERFECT condition and has the highly polished Brass FERRULE. Note: The current Pompom is made of shorn Polyester. This is a complete West Point U. SHAKO Full Dress Parade Cap!! This is the SHAKO design adopted in 1898 (along with the Insigne with the Academy’s Coat of Arms). The one significant change to the Shako over the past century and a half was to the brass Insigne Plate: The direction Athena’s helmet faced was reversed. In deference to the dictates of Heraldry, her helmet was made to face to the wearer’s RIGHT (facing DEXTER) in 1922, not to the wearer’s LEFT (facing SINISTER)! Affectionately referred to as the “Tar Bucket, ” this SHAKO shouts Tradition! This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “bataan12213″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Theme: Militaria
- Original/Reproduction: Original
- Time Period Manufactured: 1919-38
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
- Modified Item: No
This wing is of high quality and remarkable detail! The reverse is marked JOHNSON CO. /352 W 13TH N. It has a pin back with a drop-in barrel style catch. It measures 1 1/2 inches across the wing tips. I’m not sure the significance of the letters “T” and “P”. Test Pilot comes to mind. Condition is EXCELLENT PLUS! The item “UNIQUE ORIGINAL 1920’S-1930’S SOLID GOLD WING-JOHNSON CO” is in sale since Wednesday, January 27, 2021. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “dducksdaughter” and is located in Binghamton, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Original/Reproduction: Original
This is a large lot of about 60 United States War Department Training Regulations manuals and supplements from the 1920s. These manuals all measure about 6 x 9 and range from single sheet to about 118 pages with most being several pages or longer. All or almost all manuals in this lot have dates from the early 1920s or mid 1930s. This lot includes the training manuals and change supplements that were issued to make changes to the original manuals with everything vintage original issued by the United States War Department during the 1920s and 1930s. Some of the manuals in this lot include. Infantry And Aircraft Ammunition Ammunition For Small Arms And Automatic Guns TR 1350-A. The Soldier Instruction Dismounted With Rifle And Automatic Rifle TR 50-20. Marksmanship, Pistol, Mounted TR-150-25. Marksmanship The Automatic Rifle TR 150-30. Tent Drill, To Pitch, Strike, And Fold Common, Wall And Pyramidal Tents TR 225-15. Fortification Explosives And Demolitions TR 195-30. Scouting And Patrolling Dismounted TR 200-5. Military Intelligence, Combat Intelligence Regulations TR 210-5. Topography And Surveying, Military Sketching TR 190-15. Visual Signaling TR 162-5. Signal Communications For All Arms And Services TR 160-5. Animals, Care of Animals TR 360-5. Animals, Shoeing Animals TR 360-25. These manuals are generally in good condition with some toning from age, foxing and moderate wear. A few have some staining and a couple heavier staining and a few might have a detached cover or loose page. Overall condition on the lot is good. If you have questions about how to pay for this item please let me know. The item “1920s-1930s US Army War Department Training Regulations Book Lot of 60 Vintage” is in sale since Tuesday, March 3, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “timomills” and is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
1920’s-1930’s era USN Officer’s Submariner Badge, full size, pin back, with stabilizing needle attached to Conning Tower. This is the very early style of Submariner’s badge which came into being in it’s metal form in the early 1920’s-1924, I believe. This badge is hallmarked “Myrgold” and is a very scarce badge. Try finding this era Sub badges-first of all there just weren’t that many issued and second, not that many survived! Please consider viewing my other listings and adding me to your “favorites” list as I will be listing many more interesting and unusual items in the future-particularly wings. The item “734. 1920’s-1930’s era USN Officer’s Submariner Badge, full size, pin back” is in sale since Tuesday, July 21, 2020. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “winghunter” and is located in Lively, Virginia. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
1920’s-1930’s era USN Officer’s Submariner Badge, full size, pin back, with stabilizing needle attached to Conning Tower. This is the very early style of Submariner’s badge which came into being in it’s metal form in the early 1920’s-1924, I believe. This badge is hallmarked “Myrgold” and is a very scarce badge. Try finding this era Sub badges-first of all there just weren’t that many issued and second, not that many survived! Please consider viewing my other listings and adding me to your “favorites” list as I will be listing many more interesting and unusual items in the future-particularly wings. The item “734. 1920’s-1930’s era USN Officer’s Submariner Badge, full size, pin back” is in sale since Friday, December 6, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “winghunter” and is located in Lively, Virginia. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
1920’s-1930’s era USN Officer’s Submariner Badge, full size, pin back, with stabilizing needle attached to Conning Tower. This is the very early style of Submariner’s badge which came into being in it’s metal form in the early 1920’s-1924, I believe. This badge is hallmarked “Myrgold” and is a very scarce badge. Try finding this era Sub badges-first of all there just weren’t that many issued and second, not that many survived! Please consider viewing my other listings and adding me to your “favorites” list as I will be listing many more interesting and unusual items in the future-particularly wings. The item “734. 1920’s-1930’s era USN Officer’s Submariner Badge, full size, pin back” is in sale since Wednesday, August 7, 2019. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “winghunter” and is located in Lively, Virginia. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Modified Item: No
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
ARTIFACT: This is a wonderful pair of circa 1920s or 1930s gauntlet gloves for a motorcyclist or an aviator. These substantial leather gloves are in a long length and are made by Walrath of where else? There is a buckled strap with a snap bearing the manufacturers name on each glove. SIZE: Approximately 9-1/2 in width (along cuff) and 14-1/2 in length (each). CONSTRUCTION/MATERIALS: Leather, metal hardware. ATTACHMENT: Buckle, strap and snap on each. MARKINGS: WALRATH on snaps. ITEM NOTES: This is from a civil aviation / motorcycle apparel collection that we will be listing more of over the next few months. SHOP CON-DMB-25-13 LBIEX11/13 SLBDEX6/14 mcya10001w-CON. CONDITION: 7- (Very Fine-): The gloves are supple and have some areas of light to moderate wear. GUARANTEE: As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original. The item “Wonderful 1920s-1930s Motorcyclist or Aviator Gauntlet Gloves by Walrath” is in sale since Wednesday, November 05, 2014. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “flyingtigerantiques” and is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This item can be shipped worldwide.
ARTIFACT: This is a cool and rare circa 1920s or 1930s issue blanket for the German Reichsmarine (Navy). The blanket is in heathered wool and reads Reichsmarine in a red border at both top and bottom. SIZE: Approximately 76 in length and 51 in width. ITEM NOTES: This is from a Nazi Germany collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. KEZAR MGEX13 VCEJX1/13 gmnpg10003. CONDITION: 7+ (Very Fine+): The blanket has a few very minor moth nips and one very small spot along one edge that is missing. There are also some repairs done along the edge in red thread. GUARANTEE: As with all my items, this piece is guaranteed original. The item “Cool and Rare 1920s-1930s German Reichsmarine (Navy) Issue Blanket” is in sale since Thursday, December 04, 2014. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\1919-38\Original Period Items”. The seller is “flyingtigerantiques” and is located in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany