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Khaki

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I have just started collecting Great War cigarette packs, and so far have Woodbines, Gold Flake, Players and Capstan, nothing exceptional but not too easy to find in good condition, but what was the 'British' brands of box matches for the GW period, seems like it's going to be the tough one as most collections are of the label only.

thanks

khaki

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'British' brands of box matches for the GW period,

A U.K. Company ' Tommy's Pack Fillers ' offers reproduction WW1 British match boxes ( see attached ), which also gives you details of the various brands in use at that time.

Regards,

LF

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Very interesting indeed, cheers for the link LF.

Regards,

Sean.

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Hi Khaki,

don't worry Geoff will ship anywhere if you pay the postage and is a very nice chap and certain knows his stuff when it comes to period label.

Regards

Dave

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I have had this flag for approximately 40 years, it's was framed when I got it, what can anyone tell me about it ? sorry about picture quality, flag is under glass and poor lighting, measures about 24"x 18"

khaki

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I have had this flag for approximately 40 years, it's was framed when I got it, what can anyone tell me about it ? sorry about picture quality, flag is under glass and poor lighting, measures about 24"x 18"

khaki

No ideas from anyone about what regiment ??, that surprises me, I thought maybe Welsh ?

khaki

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Small Arms!

I thought I'd share these here, as I'm sure there are many forum members, who, like myself can't afford and/or doesn't have the space to display large items of militaria; so here is my WW1 Machine Gun collection... in 1/6 scale. :whistle:

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Brilliant!

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I can't claim any modelling skill, they are sold like that. They are made by a company called Dragon who specialise in finished military models from various era's; the Vickers is diecast metal and the MG08 and Lewis are plastic; I did do a bit of painting to the Vickers though, to make it look more correct.

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No ideas from anyone about what regiment ??, that surprises me, I thought maybe Welsh ?

khaki

Can I suggest its a Welsh Guards Company pennant. The 2 in the middle could be for Number 2 Company, or B Company?

Just an idea,

Rob

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Thanks Rob,

Flags are something I know almost nothing about (apart from obvious national colors and devices) so your thoughts are appreciated.

khaki

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I guess I will break down and show my little corner the wife permits me to have. So here is my mini museum. If anyone wants a better look at something, let me know. I have few items not displayed at the current time and will be adding another torso or two to the mix in the near future.

Thanks for looking,

Mike M.

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No ideas from anyone about what regiment ??, that surprises me, I thought maybe Welsh ?

khaki

All my books show 3 feathers and a crown are usually Welsh regiments although I wouldn't know which one !

Mick

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Thanks Mick,

I got as far as looking through the different British regimental badges, there are a few that use the POW feathers over a coronet, but you are probably correct, likely to be Welsh

khaki

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Mike

A nice display there of US uniforms and equipment . An area sadly lacking in my collection . It's getting harder to aquire and was also the cheaper end of the market. Not so anymore.

Thanks again

TT

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Mike, a great collection. I now wish I had hung onto more of mine after I left the USA.

REGARDS

Mark

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Thank you guys. Sorry for the delay in replying, I've been away for a few days and was trying to ditch technology in the process. I think I was successful about 50% of the time, which is really good for me.

Thanks again,

Mike

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Looking good Mike.

I have not picked up anything of note recently but am on the look out.

We should get together again soon, I have a 33rd Div tunic that I'd like your opinion on.

Chris

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