Craig Gottlieb Militaria http://www.craiggottlieb.com/ Craig Gottlieb Militaria RSS Feed Craig Gottlieb Militaria I rarely list SS tunics because I'm very picky, and there are many with problems on the market.  This is a superb, custom tailored tunic as worn by an SS/SD Scharführer.  The tunic is made of high quality field..
$13,995.00
]]> SS Combat Tunic, SD NCO, Officer Quality http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1672 Uniforms Tue, 07 May 2013 17:04:38 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1672 Excellent example of the SS-VT Black cap.  This piece has it all: condition, well-marked, and rare.  Condition is truly mint, with nothing detracting.  Front button is SS marked, RZM marked, and '63' (very..
$3,495.00
]]> SS VT Overseas Cap, Black http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4720 Headgear Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:04:27 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4720 Go green and black at the same time with a History Hunter reusable shopping bag.  Great way to start conversations in the super market or swap meet ... I use one, and can't tell you how many times I've been stopped by a..
$7.95
]]> History Hunter Tote Bag http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5263 Apparel Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:28:19 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5263 Get a personalized, autographed gloss 8x10 photo of Rebecca Romney (the book expert), Mark Hall-Patton (curator of Clark County Museum), and Craig Gottlieb (military and weapons expert).  All proceeds go to the Clark County Museum...
$19.95
]]> Autographed Photo, The Three Experts http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5235 Photos Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:30:55 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5235 This French Napoleonic Infantry Briquet Sabre is in outstanding condition, featuring a heavy brass hilt.  Blade has been polished, and shows signs of previous rust that has been cleaned off.  Edge is straight with no..
$1,195.00
]]> French Infantry Cutlass http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5148 Swords Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:30:34 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5148 Smith and Wesson 2nd issue with a spur trigger.  This is a factory engraved .23 caliber gun with a 3 1/2 inch barrel.  Gun originally had a nickel finish, most of which is gone (probably 15% remaining). ..
$995.00
]]> Smith and Wesson Model 1 1/2 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5110 Antique Pistols Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:29:03 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5110 Outstanding quality General Officer's Piped Tunic.  Insignia are all deeply toned buillion, and exhibit the finest quality and craftsmanship.  Tunic body is constructed of a fine gaberdine wool, with a few moth nips (see..
$12,995.00
]]> General Officer Piped Tunic http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5254 Uniforms Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:27:56 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5254 Gorgets hold an interesting place in history, as they are a throw-back to the days of knights, when suits of armor included a neck protection device called a Gorget.  They have been used since that time to identify membership or..
$1,395.00
]]> NSKK Traffic Service Gorget http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5096 Gorgets Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:27:35 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5096 Beautifully preserved U-boat by Schwerin (marked).  Retains 95% or better bright fire gold finish to the obverse, and almost all finish to the reverse.  Truly an unissued badge.  Cardboard box is the type..
$1,995.00
]]> Navy Uboat Badge by Schwerin, Distributor Box http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5004 Awards, Decorations Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:27:07 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5004 This gorget is in such fine condition that it is box-worthy.  Obverse is 99% mint.  There really isn't ANYTHING wrong with it, but I am always hesitant to say 100% because I'm sure if you hunt long enough, you can..
$8,995.00
]]> Streifendienst Gorget http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5258 Gorgets Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:26:35 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5258 Own a piece of World War II history with this fully functional rifle chambered in .22 Long Rifle.  This semiautomatic rifle has the look and feel of an original STG-44, and will also work great at the..
$649.00
]]> Sturmgewehr-44 by ATI, .22 caliber Semi Auto http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5149 Modern Long Guns Wed, 17 Apr 2013 16:21:27 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5149 Constructed from a REAL .50 caliber shell and bullet, this item has no primer and no powder (get the punch from whatever bottle you open).  Probably not a good idea to carry this through security at the airport!..
$17.95
]]> Bottle Opener, 50 Caliber Cartridge http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5134 Gun Stuff Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:30:28 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5134 This is an AN13 flintlock.  The most common French flintlock pistol, used during the Napoleonic wars.  This has been cleaned, but is otherwise original...
$1,285.00
]]> French Flintlock http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5146 Flintlocks Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:15:30 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5146 Very nice French Percussion pistol, cleaned, but otherwise original.  Dates from 1822.  This was purchased by a customer of mine in Paris in the 60s, at an antique store...
$1,285.00
]]> French Percussion http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5147 Flintlocks Tue, 09 Apr 2013 09:14:19 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5147 Larger than lifesize portrait bust of Adolf Hitler.  The heavy iron bust stands about 16 inches tall, and was sculpted by Albert Mazzotti the senior, well known sculptor and medallion artist from Münster.  The..
$5,995.00
]]> Adolf Hitler Bust, Large, with Period Photo http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4638 Bronzes Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:42:44 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4638 Inbound is a great piece of history that's also not too expensive to be a great shooter.  It's an MP40 built on a post-1945 receiver (pre-1986, so fully transferable).  Runs flawlessly.  I have this gun..
$11,995.00
]]> MP40 Fully Transferrable Tube Gun http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5168 Machine Guns Fri, 05 Apr 2013 19:19:21 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5168 This was part of a huge hoard of documents (print outs available to the buyer) from Herman Historica.  ..
$7,495.00
]]> Hitler Signed Photo, Hasso von Manteufel, Photocopies from Herman Historica http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5005 Documents, Photos Fri, 05 Apr 2013 07:33:04 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5005 Absolutely stunning High Seas Fleet badge, by Schwerin.  Retains 95% of the finish to the front, with a nearly flawless reverse.  This badge is textbook, and shows wear only on the wreath ties, at the six o-clock..
$875.00
]]> Navy High Seas Fleet Badge http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5014 Awards, Decorations Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:39:33 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5014 Near Mint example of the Destroyer badge, by Schwerin. Textbook construction.  Obverse finish rates at about 90% with wear only to the high points. Outstanding quality badge...
$995.00
]]> Navy Destroyer Badge http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5013 Awards, Decorations Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:39:03 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5013 This is a rare opportunity to purchase and own a Waffen SS General's visor that, although rather "salty" (well worn, showing age and wear), is an original specimen.  The cap features a field repair to the lining..
$17,995.00
]]> Waffen SS General Visor http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3887 Headgear Fri, 29 Mar 2013 08:35:46 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3887 This is a fresh purchase, picked up by a colleague of mine and sold to me at SOS.  It includes the FINEST quality Army Standard Bearer's gorget you will EVER see.  Factory lacqueur is 99% throughout!  That's the..
$8,675.00
]]> Vet-Acquired Gorget Group http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5260 Gorgets Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:29:27 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5260 Rarely is an unissued visor cap discovered with the original box which is embossed with the hat's manufacturing company.  This example was never worn.  Hat is extremely fine quality, manufactured by..
$1,995.00
]]> Army Officer Visor, Box http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5256 Headgear Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:30:51 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5256 Honor Goblet presented to Luftwaffe Unteroffizier Friedrich Hamerl, who was a German Cross in Gold Winner, and who was a pilot who served in Kampfsgeshwader 51.  This unit flew the HE-111 bomber during the French campaign, and..
$11,995.00
]]> Hamerl Ehren Pokal (Goblet) & Case http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5257 General Militaria Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:23:52 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5257 Used but not abused Czech K98 rifle with import markings by C.A.I. (Century Arms International, St. Albans, Vermont).  Receiver and stock show matching serial number, but bolt is mismatched.  Overall, an..
$495.00
]]> K98 Rifle, Czech Manufacture, Zbrojovka http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4837 Rifles Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:26:05 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4837 1906 American Eagle luger produced for the US Market, identifiable by the flat toggle (the 1900 and 1902 models had an indented toggle).  Far fewer models were produced in 30 caliber than in the more common 9mm.  ..
$3,495.00
]]> 1906 American Eagle Luger, 30 Cal, 31159 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3416 German Lugers Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:12:36 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3416 Beautiful American Eagle Luger in 30 caliber.  This gun is original, but it has a re-blued finish.  The re-blue is done expertly - a very nice job.  If you have any additional questions, please let us..
$2,595.00
]]> American Eagle Luger, 36678, Reblued http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3736 German Lugers Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:11:29 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3736 During 1937-39 a limited number of Walther PP pistols were purchased by the SA and distributed to the SA Groups.  Exactly why and for what purpose is not known, but it's speculated that they were to be used in SA Group..
$9,495.00
]]> PP, SA Gau Franken, Box and SA Holster, 991291 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2871 Walther Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:11:07 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2871 DWM 1908 NAVY.  9 mm; 98% blue, 92% straw, excellent bore, super grips, 6'' barrel.  All numbers match.  Proper Crown-M marked wood bottom magazine.  Stamped Germany under barrel.  A choice..
$5,495.00
]]> 1908 Navy Luger, DWM, 1552 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3413 German Lugers Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:10:17 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3413 Fine example of the 1906 American Eagle Luger in 30 caliber by DWM.  The pistol is all matching with an aluminum base magazine marked 'Germany'.  Frame front is marked 'Germany' The blued finish is at 90% or..
$2,995.00
]]> DWM 1906 American Eagle Luger http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4000 German Lugers Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:09:09 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4000 This firearm rates 99% and is one of the finest wartime production Lugers I have encountered.  By far the best-conditioned example I own.  Blue rates at 99%.  This model was produced without straw..
$3,750.00
]]> Luger Mauser (BYF 41), WWII Nazi Period http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3366 German Lugers Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:08:06 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3366 This is a Post-1986 Dealer Sample, and is restricted, for sale to Agencies and Dealers with a Law Letter.  Gun comes with a 3-position lower (safe, semi, and full).  The factory internal scope is quite..
$1,895.00
]]> HK G36 E1, Agency and Dealer Sales Only http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5170 Machine Guns Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:07:43 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5170 1918 Winchester BAR in very nice condition, fully transferable.  On a form 4 in Massachusetts, this gun was purchased in 2001 from the estate of a friend of the owner. He bought it in the early 1970's and was a..
$36,995.00
]]> BAR Automatic Rifle by Winchester, 1918 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5167 Machine Guns Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:06:34 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5167 Nazi period Walther PP in the original box with matching serial number on the box tag.  This is not a post-war mismatch, but is the original shipping container for this very firearm.  Finish on this gun is..
$4,295.00
]]> PP with Matching Number Box, 178842p http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3424 Walther Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:05:08 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3424 Outstanding Swiss Police luger, featuring original blue that rates 99%.  One of the finest finishes I have seen, but impossible to rate a finish at 100%.  Features 98% straw finish on trigger, safety, and..
$3,995.00
]]> Luger, Swiss Police 30 cal, 14272 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3415 German Lugers Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:04:18 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3415 Nazi period Walther PP in the original box with matching serial number on the box tag.  This is not a post-war mismatch, but is the original shipping container for this very firearm.  Finish on this..
$3,995.00
]]> PP Walther, In Original Box, 179515 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3316 Walther Tue, 26 Mar 2013 11:03:55 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3316 This overcoat belonged to Vice Admiral Austin K Doyle, worn by him when he was a Lt Commander.  Having a long and distinguished navaly career, during WWII Doyle commanded the USS Nassau and USS Hornet.  The overcoat is..
$2,295.00
]]> Austin Doyle Navy Cross Uniform and Hat http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5243 Uniforms Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:13:42 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5243 This group consists of artifacts belonging to Navy Cross recipient Robert C. Clarke.  The group includes his Commander rank blue uniform with R.C. Clarke coat pocket label in blue letters.  Also included is some..
$2,295.00
]]> Robert Clarke Navy Cross Uniform Grouping http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5242 Uniforms Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:13:14 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5242 Cased Spange and Iron Cross combination, a rare artifact to find.  This particular example has been physically seen by Stephen Previtera (I sent it off to him when I got it in, to get a spare set of eyes on).  This is a..
$4,995.00
]]> Rare 1939, Iron Cross Spange Combination http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5092 Awards, Decorations Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:35:36 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5092 Neat plaque of unknown origin.  Features a Uboat made in brass, and mounted to an old piece of black wood.  Not much else to say, except that this would dress out any Navy or Uboat grouping nicely!  The..
$195.00
]]> Uboat Plaque http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4149 General Militaria Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:40:07 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4149 Includes a listing of all known SA Dagger manufacturers, as well as an assigned rarity from 1 to 10. This is a very helpful tool when evaluating an SA Dagger for purchase. Each copy is signed by Mike. ..
$20.00
]]> MCSARR SA Dagger Rarity Scale http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1334 Miscellaneous Tue, 05 Mar 2013 11:44:07 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1334 This is an outstanding Krebs SS Officer Sword, of very early vintage.  Grip is nearly flawless on this example, with no chips or dents.  Handle is solid nickel silver, as is the upper scabbard fitting.  Pommel..
$10,995.00
]]> SS Officer Sword, Krebs http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4506 Swords Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:27:19 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4506 Warning: This item is being sold as a cultural artifact, and should not be viewed by persons under the age of 18.  Please do not view if you are offended by racy cartoons of People engaged in weird poses.  That said, I..
$295.00
]]> Japanese Pornograpny Book http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4557 Weird Stuff Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:54:43 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4557 As far as Steel belt buckles go, this is about as good as you can get.  With the exception of some very minor rust bleeding through the paint, this baby is perfect.  Paint rates at 99% plus...
$895.00
]]> Steel SS Belt Buckle, Unissued Condition http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5234 Belts, Buckles Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:39:11 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5234 This interesting helmet was picked up by Rick Harrison on a recent road-trip he made.  The episode is called Sturgis and Acquisitions, and The helmet is an Edo period (1603-1868) helmet, and is unrestored.  I ended up..
$2,195.00
]]> Japanese Armor Helmet, Featured on Pawn Stars http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5176 Armor Thu, 10 Jan 2013 13:01:15 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5176 This kepi was made to be worn by members of the SS during traditions rallies and other events, where the proscribed uniform was the old-style uniform, denoted by the brown shirt, and black kepi.   This cap was..
$11,995.00
]]> SS Traditions Kepi http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2757 Headgear Tue, 08 Jan 2013 12:43:43 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2757 Body is entirely moth and damage free.  White piping is shows minor yellowing, but no moth damage.  Black velvet band is tight.  Brocade chinstrap is the correct size for this visor, suggesting that it is..
$11,995.00
]]> Waffen SS Officer visor http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2985 Headgear Wed, 02 Jan 2013 10:49:45 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2985 This is an out-of-the-woodwork piece discovered recently at an Estate Sale, that we purchased from the picker who brought it to this year's MAX show.  The visor is a textbook later-war Waffen SS General's Visor. ..
$19,995.00
]]> Waffen SS General's Visor http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5143 Headgear Wed, 02 Jan 2013 10:48:50 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5143 This dagger was originally part of the Bob McCarthy collection, and was purchased by me from Bob about 7 years ago.  I sold it into a collection, where it has remained until today.  One of the very, very few SS daggers..
$9,995.00
]]> SS Dagger by Jacobs, Trademark! http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5160 Daggers Mon, 31 Dec 2012 16:58:38 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5160 This is a very special buckle.  Not only is it early, being made of solid nickel, but it also retains almost 100% of the factory over-coating that these buckles were produced with.  This over-coating almost never..
$1,595.00
]]> SS NCO Belt Buckle, Nickel Silver with 100% Frosting http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5166 Belts, Buckles Fri, 28 Dec 2012 08:20:28 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5166 Konrad Henlein was the leader of the SdP (Sudeten German Party) , a pro German NSDAP group, and the strength of the party eventually led to the signing of the Munich Agreement in 1938 (The infamous 'Peace in our time' agreement). Later he..
$1,295.00
]]> Konrad Henlein Period Print http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1197 Posters Fri, 14 Dec 2012 11:22:05 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1197 Rarely can you say with certainty that the insignia on an SS visor, is original to the hat.  Well, in this case, you can.  This visor came from a picker at MAX 2012, and includes a large quantity of photographs from the..
$11,995.00
]]> SS Officer's Visor http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5144 Headgear Fri, 07 Dec 2012 15:37:03 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5144 Content (Charles Mansion Self Portrait)..
$2,995.00
]]> Charles Manson Self Portrait http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5158 Collectibles Tue, 04 Dec 2012 21:54:26 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5158   Artist unknown, 1943. The Office of War Information published this poster as part of the publicity for a brilliantly mounted campaign to encourage the use of homegrown foods. Because commercially canned goods were rationed, the..
$175.00
]]> Plant a Victory Garden http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1365 Posters Thu, 15 Nov 2012 18:05:03 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1365 Nice SS enlisted or NCO belt buckle in steel. This buckle was obviously worn but still retains much of its original aluminum painted finish.  The buckle is unmarked as far as I can tell, and exhibits very good detail to the..
$395.00
]]> SS EM NCO Steel Buckle http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2652 Belts, Buckles Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:43:55 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2652 Screwback Iron Cross, manufactured by L59, for Louis Keller, Oberstein.  Cross has a small "x" at the six o'clock position on the back, beneath the screw-post.  Iron core shows slight aging to the paint,..
$695.00
]]> Iron Cross First Class http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4704 Awards, Decorations Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:43:35 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4704 This is a very high quality Political Leader visor cap with yellow piping, which represented the Reichs level leaders. The cap shows wear and age and makes a very impressive display!The NSDAP headgear and uniforms underwent a number of..
$1,495.00
]]> NSDAP Reich Level Political Leader Visor Cap http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=884 Headgear Wed, 14 Nov 2012 12:43:21 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=884 This precision-made set of cufflinks are so subtle that most people won't notice you're wearing them, but rest assured, you will be the only one sporting a pair at your next event.  I wore a set of these on a recent episode of..
$69.95
]]> Shell Casing Cufflinks http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5121 Apparel Fri, 09 Nov 2012 11:07:02 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5121 This is an outstanding liberator collector set consisting of a modern reproduction, fully-functional Liberator, complete with all of the rare accessories normally missing from an original set.  This gun was the most widely..
$595.00
]]> Liberator Collector Set http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4633 US Military Fri, 26 Oct 2012 20:39:55 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4633 Insignia are all period sewn, and were sewn at the same time, using a very neat "x pattern" stitch  Insignia are robust, and shirt is also contract marked on the inside, below the neckline.  This shirt is so..
$400.00
]]> US Technical Sergeant's Airborne Blouse http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2914 Uniforms Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:38:30 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2914 What makes this ring special are two things.  First, it is one of the very few engravings where the "v." for the officer's title of "von" is noted.  You see them both ways, but this version..
$9,995.00
]]> Totenkopf Ring, von Salisch http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2849 Totenkopf Rings Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:48:25 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=2849 Drawing from personal experience owning in excess of 50 Totenkopf Rings (click here to see most of them), Craig is able for $100 (return domestic postage included) to evaluate your Totenkopf Ring.  The evaluation expands..
$100.00
]]> Totenkopf Ring Certification http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5135 Miscellaneous Wed, 03 Oct 2012 13:28:45 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5135 Using the full name or membership number of an SS Officer, I can perform research using a complete set of SS rank lists which were captured by the Allies at the end of WWII.  Information will include information on units the..
$50.00
]]> SS Membership Research http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=540 Miscellaneous Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:59:52 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=540 Want an evaluation by the Pawn Stars weapons and military expert?   One sentence answers are free of charge, and Craig is happy to help.  However, due to the high volume of requests we receive for evaluating and..
$25.00
]]> Artifact Evaluation Report http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5127 Miscellaneous Tue, 18 Sep 2012 19:56:03 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5127 Very few are real, but this one is in my view. only the 2nd one I have seen. Grip emblem appears factory installed. At first, I used to believe that these were converted police bayonets, where the wearer was given the piece for a..
$1,795.00
]]> NSKOV Bayonet http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1385 Bayonets Sun, 16 Sep 2012 08:03:16 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1385 Day badge celebrating the 10 year recurrence of the Reichsparteitag in Weimar 1926-1936.  A very detailed depiction of the 'Deutschland Erwache' standard for Thüringen is the central design...
$99.00
]]> Day Badge, 10 Year Weimar Reichsparteitag Commemorative http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3661 Tinnies Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:50:38 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3661 Day Badge for the SA Group Niederrhein Wettkampftage SA held June 10-12 1938 in Duisburg.  The pattern was used for several events with different information applied to the shield held by the SA man.  These badges appear..
$74.00
]]> Day Badge, SA Sport Competition 1938 Duisburg http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3656 Tinnies Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:50:24 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3656 Day Badge for the SA Group Niederrhein Wettkampftage SA held June 10-12 1938 in Duisburg.  The pattern was used for several events with different information applied to the shield held by the SA man.  The bronze finished..
$58.00
]]> Day Badge, SA Competition 1938 Duisburg http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3653 Tinnies Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:50:10 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3653 SA day badge for the military competitions (Wehrwettkämpfe) of the SA Group Niederrhein in 1939.  The cream colored plastic badge retains around 75% of its factory gold highlights, and the reverse is..
$19.00
]]> Day Badge for SA Competition Group Niederrhein 1939 http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3631 Tinnies Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:48:49 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3631 Day badge for the Kampftage der SA Gruppe Franken 1938.  The badge is of solid construction, and has a pressed in pin attachment on the reverse with maker marking ' L.CHR.LAUER - Nürnberg - Berlin'...
$55.00
]]> Day Badge for SA Sport Competition 1938 Franken http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3603 Tinnies Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:47:29 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3603 Magnificent cased Iron Cross First and Second Class.  These sets were awarded for actions during the Battle of Britain by the Luftwaffe.   This set was awarded to Lt. (later Oblt.) Hans Kolbow of Jagdgeschwader..
$3,995.00
]]> Presentation Set to RK Winner http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3243 Awards, Decorations Thu, 13 Sep 2012 12:16:17 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3243 A 4-band turkish damascus SS NCO Sword.  Blade is 29 inches long, and features a very robust 4-band pattern, commonly seen on the SS Birthday degens.  Handle retains 95% or better of the black painted wood. ..
$19,995.00
]]> SS NCO Sword, Damascus Blade http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4583 Swords Sat, 01 Sep 2012 09:36:47 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4583 I have two boxes of this 8mm rounds for the Steyr-Mannlicher M1895 rifle, dated 1938.  Each box contains two original stripper clips with 5 rounds in each clip.  The boxes are dated..
$79.00
]]> Steyr-Mannlicher C95 Rifle Ammunition, 8mm http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3623 Ammunition Sat, 01 Sep 2012 08:42:08 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3623 Each of these boxes is very lightly marked with manufacturing information on the front flap (it's light, and I can't get it to show up in the photographs).   Each box contains 15 original rounds that are solid..
$39.00
]]> K98 Rifle Ammunition, 1930s Production http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3625 Ammunition Sat, 01 Sep 2012 08:41:49 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3625 This box of sixteen 9mm rounds is dated 1944.  Each box that I have exhibits the label, and a box that has survived in excellent condition.  Each round has the olive-drab shell casing.  Great accessory..
$59.00
]]> 9mm Nazi Era Ammunition http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3622 Ammunition Sat, 01 Sep 2012 08:41:35 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3622 Originally from the country of Syria, Shaker enlisted in the Army in 1943. He was a member of the 30th Infantry when he gave his life for the cause of freedom. Came complete with newspaper clippings about Shaker's enlistment and his death...
$675.00
]]> Purple Heart - PFC George Shaker http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=177 Purple Hearts Sat, 01 Sep 2012 08:37:08 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=177 Excellent example of the SS officer/NCO bevo aluminum collar tab for members of the Totenkopf units. Textbook example all the way--correct weave pattern, proper ribbed base fabric and buckram stiffening.  The reverse features..
$3,995.00
]]> SS Leader/NCO Metallic Bevo Totenkopf Collar Tab http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5118 Insignia Sat, 01 Sep 2012 08:27:52 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5118 This original US Marine World War I recruiting poster is in exceptional condition, and features superb detail in the design of the Marine infantryman. Designed by artist CB Falls, the poster dates to 1918. Size is just over 24 inches by 27..
$895.00
]]> US Marines Poster http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1166 Posters Sat, 18 Aug 2012 08:15:28 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1166 This is a unique and scarce grouping of documents, photos, negatives and paperwork acquired from a contact in Argentina.  The grouping's main focus are 4 original glass negatives of 4 very famous photos.  Two of..
$5,995.00
]]> Original Heinrich Hoffmann Negatives, Famous Photos http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5049 General Militaria Wed, 15 Aug 2012 17:15:44 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=5049 I purchased this from a friend of mine at the last Kassel show.  It's an early Alcoso dagger, in near mint condition.  The only bit of damage is a small sliver of leather missing from the scabbard (see..
$1,995.00
]]> Luftwaffe Dagger, 1st Pattern, Named http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3847 Daggers Mon, 30 Jul 2012 06:19:50 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3847 This is as MINT as you can find on this rare Deluxe Hunting dagger.  Manufactured exclusively by Eickhorn, this particular example features the ultra-rare "Roebuck" on the clamshell (most feature a fowl).  To my..
$8,795.00
]]> Deluxe Hunting Association Dagger, Gem Quality http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4817 Daggers Mon, 30 Jul 2012 06:19:20 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4817 Outstanding set of unissued Luftwaffe hangers direct from Germany.  Hangers are manufactured by Assmann, and box retains the original plastic wrapping for the hangers, inside.  A lime-green sticker explains the contents..
$795.00
]]> Luftwaffe Hangers, Unissued in Box http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4673 Accoutrements Sun, 29 Jul 2012 20:54:58 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4673 If condition is your thing, and you want a pair of unissued hangers, look no further.  This is an original set of Army dagger hangers in their original cellophane, and still housed in their original shipping..
$695.00
]]> Dagger Hangers, Unissued http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3791 Accoutrements Sun, 29 Jul 2012 20:54:24 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3791 This outstanding SA dagger features 95% or better lacquer to the 100% anodized scabbard.  Grip shows some minor scratches, but is 100% intact with no chips.  The hanger is the 3 piece type, but missing the belt..
$1,195.00
]]> SA Dagger by Ohliger http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4641 Daggers Wed, 25 Jul 2012 07:47:01 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4641 Deluxe presentation hunting spear tip given by Fritz Julius Kuhn to Herman Göring.  Kuhn was the leader of the German American Bund prior to World War II.  For a complete history of this fascinating individual,..
$11,995.00
]]> Eickhorn Presentation Spear, Herman Göring Presented http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4978 General Militaria Sat, 21 Jul 2012 13:58:58 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=4978 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$95.00
]]> Win with Tin WWII US Poster http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1366 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:38:05 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1366 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$85.00
]]> Where our Food is Fighting our Men are Fighting http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1362 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:37:50 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1362 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$325.00
]]> United We Win http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1351 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:37:35 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1351 Pro United Nations (anti Axis) poster from the 1942. Great graphics and reminder of a simpler time! ..
$95.00
]]> United Nations Fights for Freedom Poster http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1360 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:37:21 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1360 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$125.00
]]> Stamp out Black Markets http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1358 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:36:51 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1358 He is the same artist that created the USMC recruting poster "The Walking John" - one of the most famous and expensive USMC posters from WWI. This poster is sized about 25x35, and is in mint condition. It has been conservation..
$295.00
]]> Over the Top for You http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1941 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:36:06 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1941 This original (not a reprint) poster features a Czech man placed against the proverbial wall by the Germans. Superimposed on the figure is text from a telegram that describes the Lidice massacreFor those not familiar with the massacre,..
$325.00
]]> Nazi Brutality Poster http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1168 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:35:47 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1168 U.S. 14 inch x 36 inch Insert Poster for the 1958 Spencer Gordon Bennet War Movie starring John Bentley and Brett Halsey.  Poster art probably by Reynold Brown.   The poster is in very good condition with 3..
$295.00
]]> Movie Poster, Submarine Seahawk http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3350 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:35:18 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=3350 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$95.00
]]> Fuel for Them Means Less for You http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1364 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:34:58 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1364 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$145.00
]]> Food is a Weapon WWII US Poster http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1363 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:34:36 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1363 In mint condition, this poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on..
$325.00
]]> Doing all you Can, Brother http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1350 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:34:17 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1350 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$195.00
]]> Do with Less http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1354 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:33:54 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1354 His cuffs, woven with the stars and stripes, frame her hopeful face as he places a stark white nursing cap in her crown of glossy curls. "Become a Nurse," it says in bold script, "Your Country Needs You." That picture..
$265.00
]]> Become a Nurse http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1353 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:33:42 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1353 This poster has been treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, they have been professionally mounted on conservation grade..
$325.00
]]> Avenge December 7th. http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1194 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:33:21 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1194 This poster measures 28x22 inches.  This poster will be treated to neutralize the acid embedded in the paper-fiber present in paper material of this vintage. This preserves the poster permanently. Additionally, it will be..
$245.00
]]> Attack, Attack, Attack, Buy War Bonds http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1349 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:33:03 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1349 Printed in 1943. Painting of two hands holdiong hats, one holds a sombrero and the other holds Uncle Sam top hat. Sun beams in the background. Spanish text in black and sun beams. English text at bottom in yellow on blue background. This..
$295.00
]]> Americans All Lets Fight for Victory http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1361 Posters Mon, 09 Jul 2012 14:32:30 PST http://www.craiggottlieb.com/engine/inspect.asp?Item=1361