WW1 AMERICAN ISSUE BOLO KNIFE WITH SCABBARD.
In amazing condition, this WW1 ‘bolo’ fighting knife has its original anodised/blackened blade which has not been sharpened. This is stamped with makers mark for. PLUMB & dated 1917 Wooden grip is perfect as is the hilt etc. Knife has the original scabbard cover with canvas and leather reinforcement. Bottom leather scabbard is stamped with maker of BAUER BROS and dated 1918. A really good exa... read more
1941 Handbook for Q.F. 40-MM Mk I.
Handbook for Q.F. 40-MM Mk I on Mountings, 40MM., A.A., Marks I, IA, 1B, II and III and Platforms, 40MM., A.A., Mountings Marks I and II 1941. Reprinted in India in 1942 this comprehensive manual, 211pgs and 54 fold-out diagrams and photographs, tells you everything you ever needed to know about the ubiquitous ' Bofors ' AA gun and it's ammunition. Good, used condition with some markings, creas... read more
60.00 GBP
WW2 German Infantry Assault Badge - Gottlieb & Wagner.
WW2 German Infantry Assault Badge, although unmarked this example displays the characteristic and unique construction methods employed by Gottlieb & Wagner of Idar-Oberstein. Zinc, flat-backed construction with hinge and catch crimped into the body. Original wash finish has disappeared with residue appearing to indicate an original bronze finish although this may just be patination. Good, orig... read more
WWII U.S.Mk.2A1 Fragmentation grenade.
The definitive U.S. grenade, the Mk.2A1 Fragmentation grenade was introduced in 1944 being used through to the end of the War, Korea and to the early part of the Vietnam conflict. Fitted with a 1944 dated M10A3 igniter set used with grenades having fillers that do not require a detonator. Body marked with manufacturer's casting marks. This example is in excellent, above average condition.
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Imperial Japanese Navy Rank Badge.
Embroidered, Imperial Japanese Navy, rank badge for the rank of Petty Officer 1st Class with a white sakura ( cherry blossom ) indicating paymaster. Lined to reverse with some Japanese characters faintly visible. Good, used condition slightly grubby to reverse read more
U.S. Springfield Rifle WWI 1907 Pattern Leather Sling.
A good example of a U.S. Springfield Rifle WWI 1907 Pattern leather sling. Marked ' JP ' with all sliders present and sling in excellent supple condition. This pattern of sling was also supplied for use with the British No.4T sniper rifle. read more
XIIth Corps Formation Signs.
A pair of painted, probably unit made, XIIth Corps formation signs. This well executed pair are made of canvas that has been hand painted, folded to shape and then used on a uniform with clear evidence of this. Although unusual, XII Corps formation signs appear in a number of different ' home made ' guises and would indicate a local fix to a shortage. XII Corps were involved in the later Norman... read more
40.00 GBP
WW2 Luftwaffe tropical shirt breast eagle.
Luftwaffe tropical shirt, breast eagle. Clearly removed from a uniform with stitching very much apparent, small tear to centre. Good, used example of a classic tropical item.
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1940 Handbook for Q.F. 25-PR Mk II.
Handbook for the Ordnance, Q.F. 25-PR., Mark II on Carriage, 25-PR., Mark I Land Service 1940. 277pgs complete with all amendments tipped in with fold out plates, sketches and diagrams covering all aspects of the operation, including ammunition, of the 25 Pounder, the standard medium artillery piece used by the British through out the War. Good, used condition with all plates, grubby covers wit... read more
NSDAP Interior or Funeral Drape.
Two piece watered silk NSDAP drape for interior or funeral use. 90cms x 18cms approx with printed swastika on white watered silk machine stitched to the red silk drape, the bottom of which is trimmed with an aluminium brocade fringe. Good, clean and bright condition. read more