Suggestions For Improving Display

[spooderman]

Hello all!
After a little while of looking through the posts here, I've established that this display is beyond inaccurate/abhorrent. Despite the embarrassment, I still would like to offer a picture of my display and open it up for further suggestions/critique. The focus is on the various infantry medical kits and an example of what they had inside them. I do plan on expanding the contents list, however original bandages, dressings and other supplies are extremely difficult to find, so progress has been slow. Thanks!

[Allan H.]

Yeah, if it were mine, I would just throw it in the trash. You think it is " beyond inaccurate/abhorrent?" Seriously? How many collectors have a vintage IV bottle?  I think you have some wonderful items and I would encourage you to continue to work on your display. It should always be a work in progress. Some of the items you will be looking for include include a casualty tag booklet (hard to find), more bandages, and a tourniquet. I would tell you to think of your collection as a donut. Focus on what you have and not what you don't. You're off to a great start.

 

Allan

[Brian Dentino]

I have to agree with Allan here, cool display and nicely focused.  Also, as Allan pointed out I honestly can't remember EVER seeing an IV bottle/tube/needle......ever.  Very cool and focused collection and a nice looking display so far.  Remember, we all start somewhere and our collections, like a living thing, continue to morph and grow/change over time as we add and substract items.  Personally, I like what you show and would encourage you to keep on the hunt b/c before you know it it will certainly multiply.

[Rakkasan187]

Alan and Brian both have brought up some good points

 

This is a very detailed display, it is focused on a particular area and group of personnel, You can try to find a medics armband and identity card to go with your display. 

 

Sometimes scouring through old first aid kits at flea markets also reveal some hard-to-find items and bandages as well. You may have to buy the whole kit but it will be worth it when you find those hidden gems.

 

Best regards

 

Leigh 

 

 

[manayunkman]

You got some cool stuff.

[spooderman]

Thank you guys! I wasn't sure how things would be received but I'm glad you all approve! And yes, it is an ongoing project. I am excited for my next display, as I have since gotten a few more items since this one last November. I will be sure to keep you all updated and ask any other questions I may have.

[Brian Dentino]

If you don't mind me asking, what drew you to this particular (and often overlooked) focus on Aid and Medical?  Career, Family?  Just curious.

[spooderman]

Always been interested in the medical field, so when I got in the hobby I was drawn to combat medicine. 

[M422A1]

I want to do a similar display to go along with my Navy Corpsman mannequin when I get him finished. Something in a display case showing what the average Corpsman carried with him into combat.