Andrew said:
Amazing work Dave, it'll be interesting to see how that raw visor will age up. Are you doing the insignia as well and what sort of marking are you putting in them to identify them as repros? These are so good they'll be back on sale as the real deal in no time.
Thank to all for the kind words...
Andrew,
No I am not making the insignia myself... that WOULD be impressive though! As for marking, yes these will all be dated on the interior band, which will be less than obvious but will always allow collectors and dealers to identify later on. This is a major concern, as I DO NOT want to be labeled as a seller of "Fakes" instead of an honest student of the milliners art both Allied and Axis. These will always be clearly labeled as reproductions.
On a side note, although I know it is irrational, I have a somewhat eerie feeling with each of these that I make... perhaps it is the swastika thing. I have already built a solid reputation in the community and I hope that these will not tarnish that... it is just a natural progression of the work that I have already done... I HOPE!
DD