A wonderful dream Henrik! And maybe we can realize it in future all together! Let's think about it. In my opinion both Angolia books are not as good many people say and there is no actual reference out there, only the "Saris".
Welcome to the HJ forum Deputy. Yes prices are on the rise with these books. Still a good reference to have as they show many periods photos is detail even if the information is somewhat dated. Other "must" haves are the Baker books "Youth Led By Youth" and the Saris reference "Handbook of the Hitlerjugend" IMO.
The "Youth Led By Youth" series are out of print like the Angoia books, so they are kind of expensive. The Saris book has over 1000 photos in it and is quite large but worth the cost for sure. I see that you are a full member here which is good as the forum has lots of information and photos. What are your collecting interests in the H.J. arena?
I would really encourage you to start looking at lower cost entry level genuine items like tinnies, some cloth insignia, and member badges that are original and priced well under $50 USD to start out with. In the end it's really what you prefer or can afford but once you have some genuine items in your collection to study it makes the expense worthwhile. If there are items that are of interest but you want to make sure they are good you can always ask members here for input on them as well. Happy collecting!
Well said Gefolgschaft.
Deputy, I started exactly the same as he told you. Starting to get small pieces, nos a huge value but just getting to know about the HJ and collections. Also got me a few books and read a lot from people here. Having a look at their collections, checking what they do, their Tips, etc. Then, just got me a few Tinnies and that got me really hard. So I dedicated myself to get Tinnies. They tell a lot about the HJ.
But I have other pieces of course, but my main field are the Tinnies.
GEt the info, check our collections the the section below. And then... GOOD LUCK.
It is also well worth it to ask when you have a query.
Regards
Antonio
The book is ok, nothing espectacular but still, there are nice pictures on it and it is really easy to be read.
Regards
Antonio