Recent content by Peter B

Jumping in Tony. Canadian provinces (less Alberta as mentioned) do not care if you are buying something brand new or 1,000 years old. They charge sales tax. And of course Canada Customs charges a fee for processing.

Amazing work as usual - turned out great!

Thanks. Yes maybe I'll move it.

Okay so I fixed it with the unscented hairspray trick. Don't think I would do that with a non-repro but it turned out pretty nicely. Before: After - nice and stiff now.

I either put a strong thread across the posts or loops on the back and hang them on a small screw or put them on little stands like you do. If you want to frame them I would suggest a shadow box so you do not have to flatten them and then do something with the strong thread and pins (if the...

Looking great.

Lucky students to get such a great presentation with supporting artifacts. Certainly does bring it to life. And you being able to personalize it with your Great Great Grandfather’s picture and medal really does bring it to life. Not just a story in a textbook.

WOW!

Drooling......

Translation: Dear friends, here are some photos of the helmet being offered. Unfortunately, there is a dent in the back. How can I get rid of it or let it go? The price is 1700 dollars. I am unsure what to do.

Received the helmet yesterday. The condition of the felt falls in the "not as stiff as it should be" or "somewhat soft" category. So no need for any steam to reshape the top. If I put it on a head form it pushes up easily. But of course if I take it off it will sink back down. I did a...

This is mine. I think it's close to the powdered paint on the right.

Thanks Brian. Won't have it until some time this week.

Thanks.

And thanks, also very good advice.