The Collector's Guide to the Distinctive Cloth Headgear of the Allgemeine and Waffen-SS

The Collector's Guide to the Distinctive Cloth Headgear of the Allgemeine and Waffen-SS
Author: Michael D. Beaver
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2009
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764332302

This new book provides an organized, chronological guide to the evolution and development of the myriad types of soft headgear worn by the SS. As the pre- and war-years progressed, geographical areas of operation changed, and the composition of the SS divisions evolved. So also, did the headgear worn by these troops. This reference illustrates a great number of these examples with over 600 photos including more than half in color. The overwhelming majority of these pictures including many rare original candid period snapshots have never been seen before in any previous publication.

Allgemeine-SS

Allgemeine-SS
Author: Robin Lumsden
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Military paraphernalia
ISBN: 9780711029057

Previously published as 'A Collector's Guide to the History and Regalia of the SS - The Black Corps', this detailed look at the organisation and history of the 'general' SS is an indispensable guide which places their uniforms, ephemera and memorabilia in context.

The Collector's Guide to Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear

The Collector's Guide to Cloth Third Reich Military Headgear
Author: Gary Wilkins
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 416
Release: 2001-11
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780764314285

This book is jam-packed with practical knowledge on German cloth military headgear. Useful information to help novice collectors learn how to avoid costly mistakes - cap construction basics and materials, descriptions of each cap model and comparisons with altered originals, modified post-war caps, and reproductions - all neatly divided into individual sections for easy reference. Also included is a series of convenient quick check lists that identify common modification danger points for each cap type. For the advanced collector, the book offers historical background about the German cap making industry with the first-ever comprehensive listing of German cap makers, maker mark illustrations, and many individual histories, including never published information on the history and sad fate of the famous cap maker Robert Lubstein/EREL. Over 220 color and black and white contemporary and period photographs bring The Pocket Guide to Third Reich Military Headgear to life.

The Collector’S Guide to 3Rd Reich Tableware (Monograms, Logos, Maker Marks Plus History)

The Collector’S Guide to 3Rd Reich Tableware (Monograms, Logos, Maker Marks Plus History)
Author: James A. Yannes
Publisher: Trafford Publishing
Total Pages: 501
Release: 2011-07-25
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 1426981945

The Collector's Guide to 3rd reich Tableware addresses this much overlooked collectible area in detail. It extensively diocuments the items with over 600 photos/graphics, some 470 pages and over 50,000 words of text, primarily to illuminate the relevance of the collectibles to the history makers and oragnizations that generated them. Mr. Yannes' previous books on 3rd Reich Spoons and later, Cutlery, culminate in this seminal work. A must for both collectors and history buffs interested in the 3rd Reich.

Uniforms of the Waffen-SS: Black Service uniform, LAH Guard uniform, SS earth-grey service uniform, Model 1936 field service uniform, 1939-1940, 1941

Uniforms of the Waffen-SS: Black Service uniform, LAH Guard uniform, SS earth-grey service uniform, Model 1936 field service uniform, 1939-1940, 1941
Author: Michael D. Beaver
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2002
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780764315503

This three-volume set is unquestionably the best reference on German SS military uniforms ever produced. This spectacular work is a heavily documented record of all major clothing articles of the Waffen-SS. Hundreds of unpublished bw photos were used in production. Original and extremely rare SS uniforms of various types are carefully photographed and presented here.

A Collector's Guide to the Waffen-SS

A Collector's Guide to the Waffen-SS
Author: Robin Lumsden
Publisher: Ian Allan Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1994
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780711022850

An invaluable reference offering guidance to collectors on the subject of Waffen SS uniforms and other insignia with a superb selection of wartime photographs showing genuine and original uniforms.

German Nazi Party Awards

German Nazi Party Awards
Author: Christopher Ailsby
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010-09-16
Genre: Decorations of honor
ISBN: 9780711034310

Responding to a growing international market in Nazi medal dealing and collecting, this new book gives practical advice on recognition, authenticity, values and best practice, together with a selection of photographs.

Camouflage Uniforms of the Waffen-SS

Camouflage Uniforms of the Waffen-SS
Author: Michael D. Beaver
Publisher: Schiffer Pub Limited
Total Pages: 293
Release: 1995
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780887408038

Finally a book that unveils the shroud of mystery surrounding Waffen-SS camouflage clothing. Illustrated here, both in full color and in contemporary black and white photographs, this unparalleled look at Waffen-SS combat troops and their camouflage clothing will benefit both the historian and collector.

SS Helmets

SS Helmets
Author: Michael D. Beaver
Publisher: Schiffer Military History Book
Total Pages: 198
Release: 2006
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780764324765

This book, by noted SS and helmet scholars Mike Beaver and Kelly Hicks, presents the combat and parade helmets worn by the SS from its earliest days to the end of wartime production. The examples shown are genuine artifacts of the Third Reich, and most are shown here for the first time. Some of the finest collections and sources globally have been solicited in the construction of this book. The value of these SS helmet resources from the world over cannot be overstated in terms of their contribution toward collector knowledge - as well as the safety and survivability of this historical hobby. The photographic selection, and excellent quality of photo-representation, brings to life the heraldry and visual impact of these iconic objects. The reader will not only understand and become well versed in the recognized variations of SS helmets, but will also have a feel for the historical context in which they were used.