WARSTUFF

Online auctions marketplace WARSTUFF has expanded its online services with the launch of a new militaria valuations service through an all new website, WARSTUFF Valued.

The most famous WW2 small arms weapon of the Commonwealth forces, the .303 Bren Light Machine Gun is today one of the most sought after deactivated weapons a collector can buy.

We all know that some iconic pieces of militaria, such as World War II German helmets that used to be affordable are now out of reach for many as demand drives prices up. So are there any iconic pieces out there that are affordable?

The WW2 German helmet or ‘stahlhelm’ is one of the most recognisable militaria icons of 20th Century warfare. Made in millions, it is now one of the most sought after war relics on the market today. Here are our 5 tips to help you buy one online.

THESE DAYS, the impact of war is thankfully well understood by the mainstream. Remembrance ceremonies happen in many countries including the UK, US and Australia. But with militaria collecting also mainstream, does it glorify war or help remember?

THESE DAYS, most serious militaria dealers have their own websites and use online marketplaces to sell their collector pieces. But is the online revolution in militaria buying and selling the death knell for the traditional militaria fair?

Understandably any German militaria connected with the criminal events of the 1930’s and 40’s is going to charge emotions. Many are horrified that such militaria is available on the open market today, and for no small price. So why collect it?

The tech boom in the late ‘90’s was a gold rush for Internet entrepreneurs. Big ideas came with big IPO’s and simple pitches brought in big investment. We were curious. Where was our own WARSTUFF in all of this, was it part of the gold rush?

The psychology of collecting is often discussed and just as for other collecting niches there are many reasons why people choose to collect militaria. Collecting militaria and war relics allows the collector to come into physical contact ....

Take detailed notes before your next militaria auction on eBay. If you put a legal to sell deactivated weapon, collectable blade, inert piece of ordnance or relic from the 3rd Reich up for sale on eBay, you are very likely to be wasting your time.