RAF_Louvert 101 Posted August 8, 2011 . I post this eBay listing only because I find it funny how often these pieces of fabric pop up for sale. At last count there were enough "actual pieces" of MvR's red triplane to cover about six more such kites. Fabric From MvR's Plane For Sale At least you'll get an interesting book with this deal. Now then, whoever buys this, I have the actual bullet that killed MvR and I'd be willing to part with it for the right price. Oh, and I have his Blue Max for sale too, (almost forgot about that). . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shiloh 12 Posted August 8, 2011 But wait - that 3 x 5 notecard from Staples clearly states that it's an original and they would never mount the fabric with that much care if it wasn't real - it just has to be! That is the longest sentence ever and they spelled "souvenirs" wrong. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hasse Wind 46 Posted August 8, 2011 It's almost like the holy relic trade of the Middle Ages. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Javito1986 14 Posted August 8, 2011 . At least you'll get an interesting book with this deal. Now then, whoever buys this, I have the actual bullet that killed MvR and I'd be willing to part with it for the right price. Oh, and I have his Blue Max for sale too, (almost forgot about that). . Do you seriously have these???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RAF_Louvert 101 Posted August 8, 2011 . Ummm...yeah...sure I do Javito...and if you give me an hour or so I'll have full documentation to go along with them. Would you also be interested in Lanoe Hawker's Victoria Cross and mustache scissors, or how about George Guynemer's Legion d'Honneur and suspenders, because I have those around here somewhere too. Now let me think, where did I put all that stuff when I cleaned the place this spring... . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dej 17 Posted August 8, 2011 Actually Hawker's VC could have turned up, of course, having been looted from the Hawker family's French domicile after they abandoned it following the fall of France in 1940. For true provenance though Lou, you'd have to re-create the tatty cardboard box that Hawker kept it in. My proud possession is the cowling from Voss' Triplane - so I know for a fact what colour it is Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RAF_Louvert 101 Posted August 8, 2011 . Coming soon to a theatre near you ... Barmy OFFers and the Holy Grail (of WWI Aviation Artifacts) Thrill to the epic saga of one intrepid group's quest for the most highly-prized aviation treasures of the First World War. Wonder in amazement at the discovery of Baron Manfred von Richthofen's DR1, found intact in a barn in Shropshire. Look on in awe at the unearthing of Captain Eddie Rickenbacker's actual pilot log book in which he detailed how he single-handedly brought down the entire German Air Service. Gasp at the finding of Major Billy Bishop's complete ego hiding in plain sight in Kanye West. If you see only one movie this year, make it this one! this film is not yet rated, though it's already assumed it's intended for less-than-mature audiences .... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Herr Prop-Wasche 7 Posted August 8, 2011 Ow, ow! :lol: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hasse Wind 46 Posted August 8, 2011 Gasp at the finding of Major Billy Bishop's complete ego hiding in plain sight in Kanye West. If you see only one movie this year, make it this one! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flyby PC 23 Posted August 8, 2011 For true provenance though Lou, you'd have to re-create the tatty cardboard box that Hawker kept it in. Hey! I have a tatty cardboard box! It might be the missing one! What an unbelievable coincidence that would be! I'll need to stick it on Ebay and see what I can get for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NS13Jarhead 6 Posted August 8, 2011 . Ummm...yeah...sure I do Javito...and if you give me an hour or so I'll have full documentation to go along with them. Would you also be interested in Lanoe Hawker's Victoria Cross and mustache scissors, or how about George Guynemer's Legion d'Honneur and suspenders, because I have those around here somewhere too. Now let me think, where did I put all that stuff when I cleaned the place this spring... . I've got Lafayette Escadrille's mascots, Whiskey and Soda stuffed and sitting by my fireplace. Since they're almost identical, I could be talked into parting with one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Olham 164 Posted August 8, 2011 Brilliant, Lou, brilliant! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hellshade 110 Posted August 8, 2011 and if you order now, we'll throw in a clipping of John Lennons hair that was cut just two hours before he was slain. Good grief. Hellshade Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Javito1986 14 Posted August 9, 2011 . Ummm...yeah...sure I do Javito...and if you give me an hour or so I'll have full documentation to go along with them. Would you also be interested in Lanoe Hawker's Victoria Cross and mustache scissors, or how about George Guynemer's Legion d'Honneur and suspenders, because I have those around here somewhere too. Now let me think, where did I put all that stuff when I cleaned the place this spring... . Blah! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rugbyfan1972 1 Posted August 9, 2011 Gasp at the finding of Major Billy Bishop's complete ego hiding in plain sight in Kanye West. RAFL, I didn't realise Kanye West was that big. LOL Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
