Keeping your collection in good condition – both physically and historically
In the world of military collecting, few items evoke the same sense of history and authenticity as a well-preserved combat helmet. Whether it’s a WWII… Read More »Restoration of Helmets: Original Paint or Overpainted? A Comprehensive Guide for Collectors
Under this Title, you will see all the different categories. Click the following there if you want to read one of the following articles: Authenticity… Read More »How to Access Other Categories
For collectors of military history and memorabilia, preserving visual records such as photonegatives, slides, and film rolls is more than a technical task – it… Read More »Digitizing and Physically Preserving Photonegatives, Slides, and Film Rolls
Collecting military artifacts is a passion that demands care, knowledge, and responsibility. Especially when it involves weapons and ammunition—whether deactivated or still active—strict rules and… Read More »Weapons and Ammunition: Safe Storage According to Law and Preservation Technique
Rust — the silent enemy of every militaria collector. Whether you’re preserving a German WWII helmet, a British WWI bayonet, or a Cold War canteen,… Read More »Preventing and Treating Rust on Military Equipment
Collecting and preserving textiles from the First and Second World Wars is not only a hobby for militaria enthusiasts but also a valuable contribution to… Read More »Preserving Textiles from WWI and WWII: Uniform, Flags, Insignia, and More
Make sure the environment where you want to view the papers is always clean and tidy. You won’t be the first to accidentally get stains… Read More »How to Store and View Old Papers, Documents, and Books/Newspaper