WW2 MP43/Stg44 Handguard.
WW2 Handguard for the MP43 or Stg44. Deep formed, ' U ' shaped sheet metal guard which snapped in place over the gas cylinder of either weapon. Originally blued, this finish is only retained to the interior and the recesses of the exterior. Three letter coded ' aqr ' indicating production by the sub contractor Lux, R.u.O. Metallwaren und Maschinenfabrik A.G. Uncommon. read more
Bruce Bairnsfather Old Bill ' Better 'Ole ' pin plate or coaster.
Glazed pin dish or coaster featuring the work of the famous cartoonist Bruce Bairnsfather and his equally famous ' Old Bill ' character. The example shows arguably the most famous of his cartoons '......Better 'Ole '. Good, clean condition. read more
THIRD REICH EK1 IN ORIGINAL CASE OF ISSUE.
Always nice to get a nice ‘used’ Iron Cross and this 1st Class example is in very good condition, but you can see it’s been worn and used. Cross has all original black paint but with some surface ‘bumps and thumps’ from wear and use. Reverse has the original pin and hook. Pin is stamped with makers number ‘65’ which is for the Klein and Quenzer AG of Idar/Oberstein. An identical cross to this, ... read more
THIRD REICH FLAT WEAVE SILVER BULLION BREAST EAGLE.
A very nice breast eagle in flat weave silver bullion on a green background. Machine stitched around the edges. Has been on a tunic. Usually associated with NCO’s parade or walking out tunics. Nice eagle. Ideal display piece. read more
Argentine Model 1909 Artillery Short Sword.
An example of an Argentinian manufactured Model 1909 Artillery Short Sword. Ricasso is marked with the Argentinian Army crest and the letters ' EA ' for Ejército Argentino with the reverse indicating Argentinian manufacture rather than the usual Solingen maker's marks. Serial number to the distinctive S-shaped steel guard and contained in steel scabbard supported by the characteristic Argentini... read more
Gold and Enamel Royal Warwickshire Regiment Sweetheart Badge.
A fine pinback sweetheart of gold and enamel for the Royal Warwickshire Regiment. Featuring an antelope within a garter surmounting ' VI ' to indicate the 6th Regiment of Foot later the Royal Warwickshire Regiment. Although not marked as such this example has been tested and is gold and is of high quality construction. Contained in a Garrad's box but not known if this was the original supplier. read more
The Lee-Enfield - Skennerton, Ian D.
1993. Hardcover. The Lee-Metford, Lee-Enfield, S.M.L.E. and No. 4 Series Rifles and Carbines, 1880 to the Present. 503 pages, 1200+ illustrations.Hardcover with a dust jacket. This work encompases all aspects of the Lee-Enfield development and production, in Britain, America, India, Australasia, South Africa and the Far East. The rifles, carbines, bayonets, component parts, tools, accessories... read more
' Apostle ' bandoleer style ammunition pouch.
Unusual mid-19th century ' apostle ' style ammunition pouch probably of middle eastern origin although similar Indian examples are known. Consisting of a well made leather bandoleer containing 7 turned wooden containers with spouts, these spouts are plugged with material with leather lanyards ( some now detached ). These wooden containers would have contained pre-made charges of black powder to... read more
Imperial German Naval Cased Silver Wound Badge.
Hollow, die-stamped silver wound badge awarded by the Imperial German Navy. Silvered brass construction housed in it's original, plush mounted, mock leather case. Good condition, patinated overall. Uncommon. read more
HITLER YOUTH SILVER PROFICIENCY BADGE.
Nicely silver plated which has toned in places. Has reverse pin back and has the issue number of 75174 and RZM M1/34 which is the maker Karl Wurster, Lüdenscheid. Measuring 30 mm (w) x 51 mm (h). Nice badge. read more
85.00 GBP