About Us

Our Story

We acquired Portryal Press in January 2013 from Dennis Spence, who with his background as a librarian, had built the company since 1980 by selling military vehicle manuals and commercial books.  At that time we dreamed of providing a service via a central website where enthusiasts could come purchase and sell military vehicles.  Our dream has become a reality.

Over the years, since we took over the business, and especially as our YouTube presence has grown, we often get callers asking us if we know where they can find a Mule, a DUKW, a Jeep, a Weasel.  Whether you are looked for a pristinely restored vehicle or you are looking for a project, you’ve come to the right place.

Have fun at our Virtual Portrayal Swap Meet!!!!!!!!!

Marisa & Patrick

Mission

Providing a Centralized Virtual Swap Meet where folks can buy and sell military vehicles.  Tire kickers welcome.

Vision

Hoping military enthusiasts from around the world can conegregate here and find the vehicle of their dreams.

Values

Our team

Marisa Tipton

Behind every great man.........

Patrick tipton

The force behind Portrayal Press since 2013. The man who has been speed reading WW II books until 2am since he was 10 years old. The lover of all machines on the air and on the ground with a particular soft spot for the Vought F4U Corsair. The pilot and self-taught mechanic, who in retrospect should have studied engineering rather than law. The videographer, editor, and talent behind the Portrayal Press YouTube videos and creator of Portrayal.TV. The businessman who has now amassed a wealth of information about military vehicles and the manuals used to service and repair them.