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REFERENCE BOOKS 

  In many ways the most important asset a collector can draw on is not his pocketbook but his library. 

   Good reference material is essential to identifying and understanding the history and significance of the items in your collection. Whether you have original pieces or reproductions, learning the history of  what you have is one of the most enjoyable aspects of collecting. We have assembled a small group of what we feel are the best sources of information in print. All books are soft cover except where noted.

SHEPERD PAINE The Life and Work of a Master Military Modeler and Historian

Sheperd Paine has done more than anyone to elevate modeling to an art form. Building and painting miniature figures, armor, aircraft and ships with equal skill, Shep Paine created incredibly detailed and masterfully rendered vignettes and dioramas. This is the first book to examine all of his remarkable work, cataloging it with more than 700 beautiful color photos and charting in an interesting conversational format the life experiences that formed these remarkable creations.

NEW!                                          Signed by Shep and Jim   SBK001 .....$79.95     
AVAILABLE NOW!                                                                                  

       
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WORLD WAR II GERMAN BATTLE INSIGNIA  by Gordon Williamson, ill. by Darko Pavlovic  48 pages, 8 pages of color uniform plates. Describes the unit insignia and combat decorations worn by the Wehrmacht during WWII. Battle & Assault Badges, the sleeve shields & cuff bands Wound Badges, commemorative medals and several other types of insignia.

RMP005....$15.95

U.S. MILITARY MEDALS: 1939-Present, by Frank Foster and Lawrence Borts. An important guide not only to the history of US medals and decorations, but also to the proper way of wearing them. Each branch of service has its own customs and regulations, and this book sets forth the correct protocol for each of them. Illustrated in color and black and white. 

BKS115....$24.95

DETECTING THE FAKES: A Collector’s Guide to Third Reich Militaria, by Robin Lumsden. 
An excellent reference to help collectors separate reproductions from the genuine article. With it,  even the novice can distinguish between copies and original pieces. Covers medals, daggers, caps, helmets, tunics, buckles,  documents, flags, and more. 

Back in print!

RMP902........$22.95

SS HEADGEAR: A Collector’s Guide, by Kit Wilson. The definitive reference on SS helmets, visor caps, overseas caps, etc. With over 85 photos (15 in full color) this book includes detailed closeup views of interiors, markings and insignia, as well as many previously unpublished period photos. It also includes a useful section on post-war copies and fakes

 

BKS017....$16.95

SS HELMETS  by Major Kelly Hicks. An in-depth study of SS steel helmets, both in the field and on parade. This book documents the various types of helmets used between 1933 and 1945 and describes the different insignia and finishes found on them.  In short, a very good reference book, on a classic collector’s subject. 

BKS012.....$17.95

SS HELMETS, Volume II by Major Kelly Hicks. A continuation of the first volume. Like its predecessor, it features detail photos of interiors, markings, etc. Again, a very good reference book, on a classic collector’s subject 




BKS056.....$24.95

F.W. ASSMANN & SOHNE INSIGNIA CATALOG. A reprint of the catalog of this famous maker of Third Reich insignia, providing a wealth of information on the identification and use of hundreds of items produced by this firm. Cap and uniform insignia, dagger hanger hardware, buttons and other items are shown for the armed forces, SS, and Nazi party organizations.

BKS014....$39.95

GERMAN COMBAT EQUIPMENTS 1939-45  Gordon Rottman, ill. by Ron Volstad. 48 pages, 8 pages of color plates. This volume covers the field equipment of the German Army in WWII from belt buckles to magazine pouches. iin detailed photos and drawings;  including the variations used by different services and combat theaters. 

RMP006..... $15.95

WEHRMACH COMBAT HELMETS 1933-45  Brian C Bell, ill. by Kevin Lyles.  64 pages, 8 pages of color plates & photos   Describes the patterns, component parts, and finishes of the combat helmets used by the German Army, Navy and Air Force, illustrated with rare period photos and striking color illustrations.

RMP007....$15.95

KNIGHT'S CROSS WITH OAKLEAVES RECIPIENTS. 1941-45  Gordon Williamson, ill.  by Ramiro Bujeiro  64 pages, 8 pages of color plates & photos. This volume describes and illustrates a selection of recipients of the Knight’s Cross & Oak-Leaves between 1941 and early 1945, when the Wehrmacht was engaged on all fronts as well as at sea and in the air.

R MP010 $17.95

KNIGHT'S CROSS, OAKLEAVES & SWORDS RECIPIENTS 1941-45. Gordon Williamson, illustrated by Ramiro Bujeiro.  64 pages, 8 pages of color plates & photos.This volume describes and illustrates a selection of the 159 recipients of the Knight’s Cross & Oak-Leaves and Swords between 1941 and early 1945 when the Wehrmacht was engaged on all fronts as well as at sea and in the air.

RMP008....$17.95

KNIGHT'S CROSS WITH DIAMONDS RECIPIENTS 1941-45.  Gordon Williamson, illustrated by Ramiro Bujeiro.  64 pages, 8 pages of color plates & photos. This volume describes and illustrates all 28 recipients of the Knight’s Cross with Diamonds from fighter aces and U-Boat commanders to the youngest generals and field marshals in command of army groups.

RMP009 $17.95

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