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. WARSTUFF Buy and Sell German Helmets1) Learn how…
Is collecting militaria glorifying war?
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? WARSTUFF remembrance of wars past and presentYOU COULD ARGUE that more not less should be done to…
Death of the Militaria Fair
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? WARSTUFF Death of the Militaria FairYOU’RE RIGHT, no, at least not yet. It isn’t that militaria fairs are…
Dealing with the WW2 German militaria question
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? WARSTUFF WWII German MilitariaNot an unreasonable question given the brutal events surrounding World War…
Where was WARSTUFF in the dotcom boom 11 years ago?
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? WARSTUFF Then and Now 1999-2011We decided to find out,…
Top Ten Reasons to Invest in Militara
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 …. WARSTUFF Militaria WANTED adWith history and with those who participated in it. It is certainly an experience…
The Problem With eBay Militaria Auctions
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. WARSTUFF militaria auctions and saleseBay’s selling policies exclude selling most…
Five Top Tips for Investing in Militaria
History has proven, time and time again, that a carefully selected portfolio of high quality militaria collectibles can offer exceptional returns over the mid-to-long term. Here is WARSTUFF’s top five tips for investing in militaria and war relics. WARSTUFF Top Militaria InvestmentsWhat do we mean by ‘high-quality’ collectibles? We’re talking about the unique militaria pieces,…
Militaria auctions site WARSTUFF reveals their new look
WARSTUFF, the alternative to eBay for buying and selling all types of war relics and militaria announced the launch of a fresh new website this week. New Look for WARSTUFF Militaria AuctionsMilitara auctions site WARSTUFF announced a redesign of its’ site this week. The clear, crisp new look in a neutral shades gives the new…
Online ‘Lord of War’ takes to Social Networks
THE TEAM at warstuff know the value of their militaria collecting community, and in recognition of this have released a set of social media oriented features to make militaria buying and selling, well, simply more social! Share militaria items on social networks THERE IS NO HIGHER PRAISE than members recommending warstuff to their militaria collecting…