Posted 1 year ago
Benking
(35 items)
Father made bombs in WWII.
And also airplanes then.
Here is one with bullets.
And note the big size...
about 5 by 5 inches.
Plus the hole too...
for ?
Value?
Please help...
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Trench art P-38 made during WW2.
The P-38 is the most common example, but it has a good following and is eagerly sought by trench art collectors.
Without the shell stand, these usually sell in the $40- $65 range.
Scott
I have several examples posted.
If you'd like to see them look at my items.
Scott
Thanks Scott.
But usually not that big?
How much can one get?
Yours is within the size range that is typically found.
$40- $65 is typical for one that size without a stand.
Scott
Thanks Scott!
Can a stand be purchased easily?
Or one had to create one?
Usually the stands are shell ash trays. They are on ebay all the time. It may require some work to weld a small brass wire or attachment from the bullet center to the sit the plane on.
Scott
Here is an example of a complete one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WW2-1943-Brass-P38-Fighter-Artillery-Shell-Machine-Gun-Bullet-Trench-Art-Ashtray-/110835984399?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item19ce56e80f
Photos 3 and 5 show the attachment piece that I am talking about.
Scott
I am lost.
Do you have an example of shell ash trays?
URL of yours or Ebay??
Please Scott.
Wow, that is great!
Is that yours?
How much do you think is wanted on that one on Ebay?
You will find a lot on ebay. Do a search for "trench art ashtray" and many will pop up. Anyone with a bullet center (and no lighterin the bullet) will work.
Here is ONE example currently on ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/WW2-TRENCH-ART-ASHTRAY-75MM-BASE-/130659286834?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e6be67f32
Scott
Based on the size of your P-38, I'd look for an ashtray that is made from a 75mm shell, with a 50cal round in the center.
It will be marked on the bottom with 75mm.
Scott
Word of warning, Japanese and German shells will bring more money than a US shell.
If you give it a week or two, you should be able to find a good ashtray for about $10- $15.
I would be happy to "check out" one that interest you and give me 2 cents!
Scott
Sure!
These bullets are American, Canadian, German...
how can one tell?
The easiest way to tell is to look at the base. If there is an Eagle or swastika-- then most likely German. If you see character style writing, then most likely it is Japanese.
I just tell you so that you understand prices.
Scott
Thanks very much Scott!
I see two which are maybe marks, but likely not;
my eyes are not that good to-day!
Computor having trouble...
Any differences between American and Canadian, maybe?
If you post some links to the ones you are looking at, I may be able to tell if they are US or another country.
With the exception of German and Japanese shells, I haven't seen collectors care that much or put any premium.
Scott
No links!
i have it!
Thanks!
Are these real bullets STILL?
REAL bullets, REAL casings but NO powder.
I have seen some with the primer intact, so I guess you could get a loud boom and ringing ears from some if you went at them with a hammer and pin!
Scott
No powder?
No gun powder. Especially obvious in a model like this where the rounds were cut apart to be used.
I appreciate the safety news!
Thanks Rambow!
These wonderful P-38 broke the sound barrier?