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From the WAF I have got to know that F.J.Stephens, longtime collector and author, has recently passed away. Due to his early book "Reproduction? Recognition!" I got contact with him and have always studied his valuable contributions in the forums.
My thoughts are with his relatives, Rest In Peace Frederick J. Stephens!
wotan, gd.c-b#105
"Never look for sqare eggs" as a late owner of an original FHH-dagger used to say.
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Oh no!
My thoughts are with his family as well.
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Sad,,,,,,, and you know even if not into blades everyone had that book!!
Condolences to the family,,,,R.I.P.
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Yes, really everyone, even the best known blade Connoisseur had and read it  .
wotan, gd.c-b#105
"Never look for sqare eggs" as a late owner of an original FHH-dagger used to say.
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In memory of Frederick J. Stephens, R.I.P.
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Unfortunate news. It was a huge loss for our community and friends. RIP dear FRED.
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Our last email correspondence was back in 2022 concerning an engraved SA sword that he once owned. I am sad at the loss of another dedicated researcher. May he rest in peace and my sympathies to his wife.
"This hobby is a continuing education"
Looking for Walther Model 8 #727649
and Walther PP #975557
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Terrible News Another pioneer for sure my deepest sympathy to his family R S
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A massive loss to the the militaria community, and a personal loss to me as well, i regularly met Fred at at some of the fairs and had some fantastic conversations with him that i will never forget, i was also helping him out with his latest book on reproductions when i could, my condolences to his family, rest in peace my friend.
Regards Sean
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