r/Militariacollecting • • 1h ago

Announcement Combating Repost Bots + Info for new Users

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Hello there,

in the last weeks we saw an influx of bots reposting content from the sub's all time top posts to farm karma.

That is done because Reddit accounts with a lot of karma are generally considered to be trusted by Reddit's filters, making them valuable for advertisement or nefarious uses like spreading misinformation. The bots are setup to repost popular stuff in communities which don't have filters in place preventing new accounts from posting.

Until today we were such a sub. We have now implemented a filter that limits posting to “reputable users”, basically accounts that aren't fresh and have some Reddit karma. Most, if not all, of our active userbase will not be affected by the filter.

However, if you are a new user and have problems posting due to the filter, please let us know! We can manually approve you and your posts.

Please also let us know if you run into issues caused by the filter.

Thank you all!

-TK


r/Militariacollecting • • 14d ago

Announcement Monthly General Discussion and Want to Buy [WTB] Post

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Welcome to our monthly General Discussion and Want to Buy post. Please post all Want to Buy or any general questions that might pertain to militaria collecting.

Please remember we have a no Want to Sell policy (as per our sub rules) - all WTS posts will be removed.


r/Militariacollecting • • 2h ago

Vietnam War Militaria adjacent my anti Vietnam war pin collection

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r/Militariacollecting • • 4h ago

Collection Vintage Japanese Model Gun: MGC Thompson M1921

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Just received this MGC (Shin-Nihon Mokei) Thompson M1921 model gun.

The contrast between the deep blued metal receiver and the rich, beautifully grained wood stock is incredible. The machining lines, sharp "MODEL OF 1921" markings, and the overall fit and finish truly capture the craftsmanship of vintage Japanese model guns. A gorgeous piece for any classic SMG collection!


r/Militariacollecting • • 14h ago

Help Need help identifying!

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I bought this uniform for the ribbon bar but it has been a pain trying to identify if anyone could help!


r/Militariacollecting • • 22m ago

Wars - Others Roman Legionary Denarius issued by Mark Antony to pay his troops prior to the Battle of Actium (32–31 BC) ‐ more details in the comments

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r/Militariacollecting • • 11h ago

WWI - Allies Russian WWI Tunic Authenticatiom

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Hey guys, this is a supposed Russian WWI gymnastyorka. I know the buttons are real, but do guys the about the rest of the tunic? I had someone tell me he thinks it’s a model 1942 tunic.


r/Militariacollecting • • 57m ago

Vietnam War Gorgeous condition Size Large Tunnel Rat/SOG Riot Agent Gas Mask from 1969, Made by Mine Safety Appliances. Thankfully not chock full of Agent Orange! I think.

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r/Militariacollecting • • 10h ago

Help WW2 Nazi pin? NSFW

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I just found this in a junk drawer at a yard sale and got it for like 5 bucks is it original and what was it used for?


r/Militariacollecting • • 9h ago

Help dose anyone know what SC stands for?

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r/Militariacollecting • • 5h ago

Help Need help identifying

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I saw this a unique arm band in the linked video at about 4:15 and I was just curious what it represents. I have never seen one like it and I have been unable to identify it online.

Anyone know what this is? Sorry for the poor quality, the video is old lol

https://youtu.be/raaqErbNeI0?is=pziKBC0-xCdBvAPm


r/Militariacollecting • • 11h ago

Help Medical Bulgarian great coat help!

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Got this coat forever ago and just started too look into but cant find too much on it, its definitely a part of the medical service based on the pins and other factors point to it being for a higher rank, please let me know what yall think!

P.s. I also found these (some broken) pins in the pocket when I got it


r/Militariacollecting • • 5h ago

Help DCU FLC vest question

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I noticed it had the tag of the Molle hand grenade pouch, is this a factory error? Or is it just a contract specific oddity?

Thanks in advance for help


r/Militariacollecting • • 20h ago

Help Is this an original HJ uniform?

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r/Militariacollecting • • 7h ago

Help Does anyone know much about this creation/Serbian hat?

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And is it military related?


r/Militariacollecting • • 14h ago

Help Found in Opa’s footlocker. What could it mean, he told me it was a gorget from the Great War, but don’t know any history on it.

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r/Militariacollecting • • 8h ago

Help What is it, and how is it used?

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I only know it's from Czech


r/Militariacollecting • • 5h ago

Help What's a fair price for an unmarked Iron Cross 2nd class 1939?

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Hello guys, what is a fair price for an unmarked Iron cross 2nd class from 1939? I was thinking around 70-80€? Is my estimate good or am I off?


r/Militariacollecting • • 16h ago

WWII - Allied Powers The watch that won the war

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Ww2 Elgin Type 11 watch. The most famous Us issued watch of the war. Issued by the us armed forces to Soldier sailors and airman. Watches like these were used to time attacks, bombing raids, naval strikes and so on. One of the most important tactical items for a soldier during ww2. Thanks for looking.


r/Militariacollecting • • 11h ago

Help Is this original?

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r/Militariacollecting • • 9h ago

Cold War - Others New Order Era - Indonesian Military Riot Control Smock

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so what i got here is a relatively uncommon Camouflage smock used to the Indonesian Military. Issued to the Army and Mobile Brigade alike during the indonesian May 1998 Crisis,.

Its tagged "ABRI 98-99.284". ABRI corresponding to Angkatan Bersenjata Republik Indonesia or Armed Forces of the Republic of Indonesia in english. 98-99 corresponds to the Fiscal year this was produced, and 284 corresponds to this smocks item ID.

So what from ive got from a little bit of research, this pattern wasnt designed for blending into a wild enviroment. Most of them were deployed to urban enviroments like highways or streets and mostly intended to differentiate a Police officier to a Mobile Brigade officer or Army soldier. And also might have been designed for intimidation purposes, interesting pattern eitherway.


r/Militariacollecting • • 19h ago

Help Family tin of militaria: possibly WW1 medals, an Australian badge and two British badges. Help identifying?

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Found these together in a family tin (UK, possibly Bristol). I think they're mostly WW1-era, but I could be wrong. Photos are in this order:

  1. Group of four medals on one bar: a star that seems to read "1914", a silver medal, a bronze medal, and a fourth with what looks like George V on a dark blue ribbon

  2. Badge reading "AUSTRALIAN COMMONWEALTH MILITARY FORCES", maybe a Rising Sun? Not sure if it's original or a copy

  3. Brass St George and the dragon badge with a blue scroll reading "ST GEORGE FOR ENGLAND"

  4. Brass "RAF" badge in a wreath under a crown

Any help identifying or dating any of them would be appreciated. Thanks!


r/Militariacollecting • • 17h ago

Help Help with M31 Breadbag

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Hello Everyone!

I got this M31 Breadbag a few months ago and was wondering, if it's actually a genuine example from World War Two.

Everything about it looks pretty good, but the inside is divided, which shouldn't be the case?

Could anyone help me with this one?

Thanks!


r/Militariacollecting • • 14h ago

WWII - Axis Powers Real ammo pouches?

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Bought the ammo pouch for £25, but i see it has brass parts? Im not sure if its an original. Id appreciate it if someone could tell me what rhey think. There are sadly no markings


r/Militariacollecting • • 21h ago

Help Does this WWII German Officer's Tunic appear original?

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