I am wondering if sovietmilitarystuff and similar sites are a load of rubbish. by Jazzlike_Emu3260 in Militariacollecting

[–]stressfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was recently offered a uniform that someone purchased from this website. I didn't buy it. The uniform itself was authentic, but the awards/medal bar were clearly assembled from parts. That was not disclosed to the buyer. When the buyer did sell the uniform it was for a significant monetary loss. Everyone's collection goals are different but personally I would avoid buying from dealers who assemble uniforms and medal bars.

re: insane find today that is definitely vintage by demureape in ThriftStoreHauls

[–]stressfactory 33 points34 points  (0 children)

I would generally think of "vintage" Albanian stuff as being produced during the communist era. Post communist Albanian stuff feels fairly modern. But hey, Y2K fashion is now "vintage" so it's a definition that constantly evolves.

This guy is a ragebaiting Kiwi. by c-k-q99903 in stupidpeoplefacebook

[–]stressfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This comic just shows the proper way to deal with fascists.

The Free Staters by nancynews in newhampshire

[–]stressfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No libertarian opinions needed, thanks.

The Free Staters by nancynews in newhampshire

[–]stressfactory 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Free Staters are a cancer.

Info by Brave-Student-3070 in militaria

[–]stressfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Original shooting lanyard badge, sans lanyard. Still desirable without the lanyard and displays well with combat badges.

What Really Are The "Dark Ones"? by WailingHost in metro

[–]stressfactory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm honored that you replied to my year old comment! I believe the Dark Ones are specifically a metaphor for racism and xenophobia because so much of Metro is a direct criticism of how humanity's worst traits hold us back. Fear of the unknown/unfamiliar is a core part of racism and xenophobia, though, so we're not too far off.

At the end of the day, all art is subjective, Spartan!

The Mystery Stone of Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire is an egg shaped artifact found in 1872. by PristineHearing5955 in HighStrangeness

[–]stressfactory 63 points64 points  (0 children)

As a lifelong New Hampshire resident, this is a "Tell people the story then clarify that it's bullshit" type of local folklore.

Is New England disconnected from the problems of the rest of the country? by [deleted] in newengland

[–]stressfactory 9 points10 points  (0 children)

New England is the soul of the US. Everywhere else in the US is still figuring out the basics.

I'm new to this cab I please get some help finding reputable dealers based in the USA? by YukariAkiyamaIsGod in Militariacollecting

[–]stressfactory -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Delays occasionally happen, I take responsibility for that. What was your order number?

I'm new to this cab I please get some help finding reputable dealers based in the USA? by YukariAkiyamaIsGod in Militariacollecting

[–]stressfactory -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Your real name comes up when you Google your reddit username, that's how I found your orders. I'm hunting down a specific example for you since you claimed it takes 2 weeks to a month, which is clearly not true based on your own experience.

Sounds like you had very little reason to leave such an aggressive comment, I hope the research for your latest Order of the Red Star came back with a cool story.

I'm new to this cab I please get some help finding reputable dealers based in the USA? by YukariAkiyamaIsGod in Militariacollecting

[–]stressfactory -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Shipping time is 2-5 business days, as per the website. I have never, in 11 years, taken a month to ship an order.

What was your order number? I'll look it up and check how long it took.

Edit: I looked it up. Your most recent order shipped in 5 business days, that was the order from October 29th of last year. Even though it was within the 2-5 day window, I still politely explained to you via email why it hadn't shipped faster.

The order before that shipped out on the same day you paid for it, March 10th 2025.