The Safety of WWII German Service Watches: Separating Fact from Fiction

Author IVR Posted on April 13, 2025April 13, 2025Categories Blog, Watches   Leave a comment on The Safety of WWII German Service Watches: Separating Fact from Fiction

Are you also into WWII mechanical watches? Then you need to know about their safety features. In this newsletter, I’ll break down the risks and safety of wearing WWII-era German service watches. Table of Contents What Makes These Watches Special World War II-era German service watches, known for their historical significance and distinctive markings, are a topic of fascination for collectors and history enthusiasts. Among the notable features of these watches are the “DH,” “D,” “DU,” and the rarer “DIH” … Continue reading “The Safety of WWII German Service Watches: Separating Fact from Fiction”

The Mystery of the RLN 8×30 Dienstglas Binoculars

Author IVR Posted on April 6, 2025April 6, 2025Categories Blog, Dienstglas 3 Comments on The Mystery of the RLN 8×30 Dienstglas Binoculars

The RLN 8×30 Dienstglas binoculars made by Carl Zeiss are a fascinating piece of military history, but their origins remain a bit of a mystery. There are conflicting details about their production, and while they were supposedly made in 1942, some features suggest a later manufacturing date. In this post, I’m going to break down these contradictions and try to shed some light on the story behind these binoculars. Table of Contents The Carl Zeiss Factory Codes During WWII, German … Continue reading “The Mystery of the RLN 8×30 Dienstglas Binoculars”

Walther PP and PPK Years of Production

Author IVR Posted on March 21, 2025March 23, 2025Categories Blog, Walther PP, Walther PPK   Leave a comment on Walther PP and PPK Years of Production

The Walther PP and PPK are well-known for their quality and historical significance. Produced in Zella Mehlis, Germany, these pistols were manufactured before and during World War II. Below is a breakdown of the years of production and serial numbers for those interested in collecting or identifying these models. Table of Contents Walther PP and PPK Production Timeline The table below shows the Walther PP and PPK serial numbers from 1929 to 1945, covering the production at the Zella Mehlis … Continue reading “Walther PP and PPK Years of Production”