BosunAl Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 We see some wonderful restorations on this site . . . all neatly painted with brass shining ready for parade on the plaza. But what about wartime? Obviously staff cars might be kept looking spiffy, but what about other vehicles? Was the brass painted over, allowed to tarnish, or what? Would be interested in your comments on this matter. Bosun Al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ww2rupert Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 We see some wonderful restorations on this site . . . all neatly painted with brass shining ready for parade on the plaza. But what about wartime? Obviously staff cars might be kept looking spiffy, but what about other vehicles? Was the brass painted over, allowed to tarnish, or what? Would be interested in your comments on this matter. Bosun Al I would say painted over, don't want anything shiney giving away your position! I have a similar problem with the reenactment group I run, no polishing of brasses or boots! Boots should be covered in Dubbin for the field. Have lots of national service men telling us off for not polishing when on a display "in the field"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Grundy Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 In the 1970's and early 80's a tin of boot polish was carried round all day and night in an infantrymans webbing, an essential item.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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