Previously Sold Items

An original early SA dagger side hanger, featuring nickel fittings and the desirable long-nose spring clip, commonly referred to by collectors as the “crocodile nose” type. This example reflects... read more

An intriguing original military medical identification brassard with strong period character and excellent display appeal. Constructed in white cotton drill with an applied red cloth cross to the... read more

A solid and honest example of a WWII German K98 bayonet frog, clearly maker marked and dated 1940. The reverse retains a well-struck stamp for F.R. Offermann Söhne, Bensberg, with the 1940 date... read more

This original WW2 US Army personal effects bag is a sobering and deeply evocative piece of wartime history, representing the final administrative step taken after the loss of a serviceman. Used by... read more

This is an original WW1 British “Bulletelle” portable dexterity game, a fascinating and highly evocative piece of wartime social history. Designed as a compact and easily transportable pastime,... read more

A very strong and honest example of the iconic French M1886/15 Lebel bayonet, complete with its matching numbered scabbard and original leather frog. This is a 1915 configuration with brass grips and... read more

A WW2 German Luftwaffe enlisted man’s steel belt buckle, complete with its original leather tab and separate belt hook. This is the combat-type buckle, produced in stamped steel with a subdued... read more

This is an original WW2 British anti-Nazi satirical booklet titled “Mein Rampf”, a striking and characterful example of Home Front humour used to ridicule and undermine the enemy through wit,... read more

A very good example of a WWII German K98 leather bayonet frog. These frogs were produced both before and during the war years, which can make precise dating difficult in the absence of... read more

This is an original and complete WW2 U.S. Army Variable-Density Goggle set, dated 1944 and manufactured by the American Optical Company. Designed for use in bright operational conditions, these... read more

This is an original WW2 British Home Front ARP blackout lamp, complete with its original Ministry of Health issue box and hood, coded WD 3051. Issued under Ministry of Health contracts for Civil... read more

A superb First World War Canadian Ross Mark II bayonet, accepted into service in 10/15. This is a wartime production example in exceptional condition throughout. The blade is... read more

A very respectable and honest set of German Army Officer dagger hanging straps, manufactured in the 1930s and worn throughout the Second World War. This is a full-length set measuring approximately... read more

This is an original WW2 British Home Front anti-Hitler ceramic chamber pot produced by Crown Devon (Fieldings) of Stoke-on-Trent, dating to 1939 at the outbreak of war. Made in England and boldly... read more

A textbook example of the British Pattern 1907 bayonet, adopted for use with the Short Magazine Lee-Enfield (SMLE) rifle and issued as the standard British bayonet throughout the First World War.... read more

Original World War II German K98 bayonet frog. The frog is in very good overall condition, showing honest age and service wear, while remaining structurally sound. A correct wartime example that... read more

A very attractive early German Model 98/05 bayonet, commonly known as the “Butcher” bayonet, in the desirable high ears configuration. This example is dated 1915 and is complete with a matching... read more

A genuine British First World War webbing bayonet frog, correctly dated 1918 and marked with the British broad arrow. Constructed in khaki webbing, this example reflects the wartime move away from... read more

An original British WWI Pattern 1914 bayonet frog, offered in honest, untouched condition. This is not a pristine example, but a genuine service-used piece showing clear period wear throughout,... read more

A genuine British Second World War QF 2-Pounder Armour-Piercing shot, this being an inert solid AP projectile with no explosive content. This example is an unfired shot and remains in... read more

Medal group and associated paperwork relating to Edward Godfrey, Royal Field Artillery, Territorial Force. Godfrey enlisted in April 1909, joining the Territorial Force several years before the... read more

Original WWII-period German SA dagger three-piece hanger, complete with early-style nickel fittings and the desirable longer “crocodile nose” clip. This is the correct pattern used... read more

This original WW2 Ordnance Survey quarter-inch map covers Orkney & Shetland Islands in Scotland and is a War Revision edition dated 1940. Produced during the early stages of the Second World War,... read more

An early Japanese Arisaka Type 30 bayonet featuring the desirable hooked quillon. This is a very strong example, retaining a high level of original finish throughout. Hilt & Grips The wooden... read more

Original WWII German K98 leather frog stamped Gersdorf 1942, both of which are clearly legible. Above this, the maker’s mark is partially visible and worn, with only some lettering remaining. While... read more

Original Imperial Japanese Army Arisaka Type 30 bayonet frog, manufactured from thick, heavy leather and dating to the 1930s to early Second World War period. This example shows clear service wear... read more

A very strong and attractive example of the Italian Mannlicher-Carcano Model 1891/38 fixed bayonet, complete with a steel scabbard showing a recognised wartime variation. This piece displays... read more

Original Imperial Japanese Army Arisaka Type 30 bayonet frog, manufactured from thick, heavy leather and dating to the 1930s to early Second World War period. The leather remains very solid... read more

A complete three-volume reference set titled Postcards of Hitler’s Germany by R. James Bender. These books provide an extensive visual record of original Third Reich postcards, covering the period... read more

A solid, early-dated WWII German K98 bayonet frog, clearly maker-marked Max Koberstein, Landsberg am Warthe, and dated 1936. Early frogs with readable maker marks are not always seen, as most... read more

A genuine Wartime Civilian Receiver (WCR) – the simplified “Utility Radio” issued to British households during WWII under strict government control. This is the AC mains model, retaining all... read more

A superb WW1 German 98/05 "Butcher" Bayonet, dated 1916 and made by V.C. Shilling, Suhl. This is a strong example with excellent grips, a bright blade, and a scabbard retaining an unusually high... read more

A very attractive early M33 SA dagger by E.P.&S. (Ernst Pack & Sohne) of Solingen, fitted with their distinctive beechwood grip and early nickle mounts. Pack daggers are instantly reconisable... read more

This original WW2 ARP / Civil Defence Lamp with Hood, boxed to the M.O.H. Pattern WD 3051, is a superb example of British Home Front lighting equipment. These lamps were vital for Air Raid Wardens... read more

An original WW1 German 98/05 leather bayonet frog. This example remains structurally sound, with all four original rivets present and tight, and the stitching fully intact throughout. There are no... read more

An original Daily Mail Nipper Annual from 1940, produced at the start of the Second World War. Wartime children’s annuals like this are increasingly hard to find in complete condition and remain... read more

A superb souvenir cardboard periscope viewer produced by United Dairies for the Coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth on May 12th 1937. These simple but ingenious viewers were distributed... read more

A superb original Hitler Youth (HJ) drum ensemble, complete and untouched, offering the drum itself, both original skins, the scarce square-ended HJ drumsticks, the leather drumstick frog, and the... read more

Here we have an exceptionally clean WW1 German 98/05 bayonet, commonly referred to as the butcher bayonet. This is a genuine Bavarian-issue example, manufactured by the Bavarian engineering firm... read more

A superb and increasingly hard-to-find original WW1 German leather frog, correct for the 98/05 (Butcher bayonet). Condition: The leather remains firm, strong, and fully intact, showing only honest... read more

This, genuine WW2 Mark 1 RAF issue magnetic marching compass a very interesting piece indeed, see below. There are quite a few markings to go through. Made by the Taylor, Taylor & Hobson Group... read more

This is a WW2 (1944 dated) pilot navigation board or ‘knee board’. Pilots attached maps and other papers with information to them, and then literally strapped them to their thighs hence the name... read more

A very fine, complete and factory matched example of the French ARS 38 military service respirator, introduced just before the outbreak of the Second World War. All components are clearly dated 1939... read more

A Very nice WW2 German K98 bayonet, complete with scabbard and frog. This example is dated 1942 and was produced by Carl Eickhorn (cof) - one of the most prominent Solingen manufacturers of both... read more

This is a British Flail style Trench Club from WW1. These kinds of weapons were considered ‘semi official’ at the time, in that they were not really officially issued to soldiers, more made in... read more

Here we have a very good original WW2 German Wehrmacht canteen, complete with its field wool cover, leather harness, and aluminium screw-top lid with chain retainer. This aluminium canteen retains... read more

This war map of Europe, published by the Daily Express newspaper during WW2, is one of a number of maps published by this famous British newspaper. The idea was so readers could track the war at... read more

Made during the WW1 era sometime between 1914 and 1918, the “Sky Pirates” game was made by R. Farmer & Sons (often shortened to “R. F. & S.”). Similar to over maze dexterity games of... read more

Offered here is a fine First World War medal group awarded to Private Albert Edward Bedford of the 7th Battalion. Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders. 1914-15 Star British War Medal Victory... read more

Made during the WW1 era sometime between 1914 and 1918, “The Silver Bullet” game was made by R. Farmer & Sons (often shortened to “R. F. & S.”). It’s a pitfall or maze dexterity... read more

This is a superb example of the well-known German k98 Bayonet, produced in 1942 and maker-marked "fnj" for Alexander Coppel, Solingen. The blade is in mint condition, retaining all of its original... read more

This is a very good example of a German Fireman's Dress/Parade Axe, carried by fire brigade members on ceremonial occasions during the Third Reich era. These ornate axes were never intended as... read more

This is an excellent example of the U.S. Army Air Force Type A-1 folding survival machete, manufactured by Imperial Knife Co, Providence, Rhode Island and adopted by the U.S. military in 1942. These... read more

A highly regarded reference book, that provides a comprehensive history of German Military Cuffbands from the late 18th century through both World Wars and into the DDR (East German Army). Topics... read more

Attributed to the French Alpine regiments (Chasseurs Alpines), this rare First World War trench club is a powerful reminder of the brutal hand to hand combat of the trenches. The Alpine troops were... read more

A very good original example of the iconic German K98 bayonet from the Second World War. The bayonet has undamaged bakelite grips, which are in excellent condition and secured by two screw bolts.... read more

A scarce example of the Italian M1938 Folding Bayonet, designed for use with the Italian Carcano Modello 1938 short rifle. This ingenious design features a folding spear-point blade with single... read more

This really is a fine example of the iconic WW1 German 98/05 bayonet, more commonly referred to by collectors as the " Butcher Bayonet". The blade remains bright and in superb condition, retaining... read more

A fascinating Cold War-era reprint of the original WW2 OSS field manual, covering sabotage, explosives, and demolition techniques. This copy was published by Paladin Press, the famous Boulder,... read more

A sought after reference book by J.R. Angolia. This 1st edition hardback volume provides extensive detail on uniforms, insignia, awards, organization, and the the history of the HJ... read more

A scarce Japanese Type 35 bayonet, manufactured by the Tokyo Arsenal (Koishikawa) for use with the Type 35 Naval rifle. Adopted in 1902 and issued exclusively to the Imperial Japanese Navy, these... read more

An original WW1 British Brodie helmet manufactured by Hadfields Ltd, Sheffield, stamped HS 461 to the rim. This example is especially desirable as it features the painted insignia of the U.S. Army's... read more

A genuine example of a British military machete dated 1918, manufactured by the renowned Samuel Kitchen & Co. of Sheffield - the city long regarded as the beating heart of Britain's blade and steel... read more

This German 3D photo book Der Kampf Im Westen is a later edition book, as noted by the colour of the cover. It documents and glorifies the campaigns in Western Europe. Earlier editions have a red... read more

This is a fine example of the U.S. Model 1917 bayonet, designed for use with the M1917 Enfield .30 caliber rifle. Manufactured by Remington during World War 1. Blade & Markings This 432mm... read more

WW1 US M1917 Bayonet & Scabbard (Remington) This is a good example of a US M1917 Bayonet, manufactured by Remington arms, the historic American company founded by Eliphalet Remington in 1816,... read more

WW1 French 1886 Lebel Bayonet-First Pattern. This is a good example of a Model 1886 Lebel bayonet in uncleaned original condition, complete with scabbard. This particular bayonet is the first... read more

The RAF cockpit lamp MK2 5c/ 366 was designed to provide low-level illumination in the cockpit for night flying without ruining the pilot's night vision. It was installed in Installed in WW2-era RAF... read more

WW1 German 98/05 Sawback Bayonet This is a good clean example of the early and sought-after 98/05 sawback bayonet, often referred to as the "butcher bayonet," used by the German Army during... read more

French Shortened 1886 Lebel Bayonet Many French Lebel bayonets started being shortened during the mid-thirties and into World War II. The original 20-inch cruciform blades were found to be too... read more

WW2 British Machete. This is a 1943-dated British-issued machete manufactured by J.J. Binns, used by Commonwealth forces during WW2. These machetes were commonly deployed in jungle warfare,... read more

WW2 US Legitimus Machete. This WW2 machete was issued to U.S. troops during WW2 and was commonly used in jungle environments, particularly the pacific. The blade remains bright and is in very... read more

German Two-Piece SA Dagger Hanger. This is an early two-piece hanger with nickle fittings. The oval buckle and early clip, often referred to as the "crocodile nose" have not been cleaned for many... read more

Chinese Kuomintang Army Officer's Dagger. These rare Chinese officer's dress dagger are very ornate and come in different variations. This particular dagger stands out due to the detailed... read more

Third Reich Period HJ Drum & Drumsticks. This is an HJ marching drum, an iconic piece used by members of the Hitlerjugend during the Third Reich period. These drums played a vital role in parades,... read more

WW1 U.S. Model 1909 Bolo Knife. The model 1909 Bolo knife was a rugged tool designed to aid US soldiers in clearing jungle foliage, especially in areas like Cuba and the Philippines. It was... read more

The USA WW1 Bolo Knife. This is a fine example of a heavy-duty very well made piece of equipment. It was primary used by engineers and machine gun crews, also medical personnel. It features an... read more

Produced by Ridgways in England, this wall plate shows Field Marshal Gerald Pau. It is VERY difficult to find out information about this man. The Imperial War Museum has one of these – but no... read more

The Japanese Arisaka Type 30 Bayonet. This Arisaka Type 30 bayonet features an excellent fullererd blade, which shows signs of sharpening but remains rust free, with approximately 85% of its... read more

Ypres is a historic town in West Flanders, Belgium. It was the site of some of the most intense battles in WW1 and remains a major centre for remembrance and military history. This book, is... read more

WW2 British Gas Mask Handbag. This is a very rare and hard to find item, one of only two I've come across in over twenty years. During WW2 the British Government required civilians to carry... read more

The iconic and famous Micky Mouse gas mask, worn by allied children during WW2. Made to look like the famous cartoon character of the same name to lessen the horror of the war, and also having to... read more

Here we have a WW2 German K98 bayonet frog in superb condition. The leather is supple and shows no signs of any damage. All stitching and rivets are intact, including the retaining strap, which we... read more

Coulaux & Cie was a renowned French manufacturer based in Klingenthal. They were valued for producing high quality swords, sword sticks, sabers and other edged weapons from the late 18th century... read more

This is an example of one of the most widely used German bayonets from WW2: the K98 bayonet, designed for use with the Karabiner 98K rifle. The blade is unsharpened and remains in very good... read more

Here we have a very good example of the iconic WW1 German 98/05 bayonet, often referred to as the (butcher bayonet). The blade is clean and bright, maintaining a sharp point with minimal staining... read more

These puzzle boxes are pretty rare now, and because the outside box is made from simple cardboard the ones you do see are often in bad shape. This one is in excellent condition, with one side being... read more

The "wartime civilian receiver" also known as the "utility set" was an affordable radio designed to a standardized specification and manufactured by various companies during World War 2. Its parts... read more

The Volksempfanger, (people's receiver) was a line of radios developed at the request of Reich Minister of Propaganda, Joseph Goebbels. The goal was to create affordable radios to ensure that Adolf... read more

The "Winterhilfswerk des Deutschen Volks" (winter relief of the German people) was an annual donation drive organized by the National Socialist People's Welfare, aimed at supporting the German people... read more

The USAAF was the aerial warfare branch of the U.S. Army and the primary air service component during World War 2, active from 1941 to 1947. This item was made by Bates Shoe Co. and is a... read more

These were the standard hand grenades used during both World Wars by British forces and could either be thrown, or fired from a Lee Enfield SMLE rifle if the correct cup discharger was... read more

George Darvell was a 2nd Lieutenant and included in this pack are his Victory Medal, British War Medal, Death Plaque (all named and/ or dated 1914 - 1918). Additionally, some assorted paperwork... read more

This is an early version of the well known 98/05 German bayonet "butcher bayonet." It features a leather scabbard, a high-ears crossguard and lacks a flash guard. This version was produced from 1905... read more

This is an excellent example of the iconic WW1 German 98/05 sawback bayonet, also known as the "butcher" bayonet. The wooden grips are an attractive colour, show no damage and secured in place... read more

The Indian pattern 1907 MK 1 bayonet is a cut down variant of the British pattern 1907 bayonet, developed specifically for use by the Indian forces. These bayonets were used with the short magazine... read more

WW2 German Commemorative District Day Badge. Kreistag N.S.D.A.P. Bentheim 15-16 April 1939. Reverse is maker marked "Paulmann & Crone Ludenscheid RZM M9/60". Very good condition with original... read more

Dated 1915, these mirrors came in a leather sleeve. It’s a simple sheet of metal, well polished and works as a mirror. Traditionally mirrors are made out of glass but being polished metal,... read more

This is a stunning example of the highly sought after WW1 98/05 Sawback Bayonet. commonly known as the "Butcher Bayonet". The wooden grips feature an attractive light brown colour and are in superb... read more

These are great looking, well made fighting knives that have become scarce and hard to come by. Introduced in 1915 and known in the Dutch service as the "Stormdolk" (storm dagger) and are often... read more

These money boxes became popular in Britain during and after World War 2, serving both as a functional item and as a symbol of national pride and support for the war effort. This one, while well... read more

This Red Cross First Aid Tin has a LOT of items inside, and it also has the wartime mark. You see a lot of these tins classed as wartime, yet their contents are dated post war. This is because,... read more

The Allenbury’s Feeder was introduced in the 1890’s, in a time when there was a growing awareness of the importance of infant nutrition and hygiene. Designed to hold milk or formula. The bottle... read more

This impressive 62cm M1914 sawback bayonet was used with the M1911 carbine and issued to select troops such as engineers, horse transport soldiers and motorized artillery drivers. The blade is in... read more

Here we have a post war "Polish AKM WZ85 training bayonet", designed for military training purposes, particularly for forces using the AKM assault rifle. These training bayonets were made extremely... read more

Very much a tongue in cheek chamber pot, that’s musical! The idea being; you can ‘do your business’ on Hitler’s face. It’s not only a beautiful piece, but a humorous one too. Measuring just... read more

Here we have a WW2 German K98 bayonet with 99% of the blueing remaining on all fittings, including the blade. The blade has never been sharpened and is in near mint condition, a stunning blade.... read more

This is a completely inert, original No.36 Mk1 Mills bomb. The internals are clearly visible due to the side being cut away, revealing how these explosive devices actually work. All pieces are... read more

Here we have a scarce a British WW2 No.7 MK1 land service bayonet. These bayonets were designed in 1944 and made for use with the sten MK V sub machine gun. The blade on this bayonet is in superb... read more

Here we have a complete set of German issued sunglasses (Dust Goggles) by the famous manufacturer Carl Zeiss of Jena. The contents inside the tin are in excellent condition showing no signs of... read more

This WW2 matchbox cover which has the famous quote, “Never in the field of human conflict was so much owed by so many to so few” from Winston Churchill, British Prime Minister at the time. It’s... read more

The Women's Land Army (WLA) Timber Corps, also known as the "Lumber Jills," was formed in 1942 during World War 2 in the U.K. The establishment of the Timber Corps was a response to the increasing... read more

Here we have one of the rarer type gas masks that are not seen to often. The invalid respirator, also referred to as the "invalid helmet" was an unusual respirator for people with an illness or... read more

Children often copy or follow the traits of grown ups and in wartime it was no different. Toy shops sold these mini pressed-metal versions of the standard mk.11 helmet for children to play with.... read more

Here we have a German K98 frog in very good condition with all stitching and rivets intact. The leather is supple and strong and shows no sign of damage. A must to complete a K98... read more

These kind of gas masks were given out to civilians during WW2. This one comes in a leather round case, complete with strap that’s been marked “C. Hickson 17 Hartington villas Hove” and... read more

This ashtray has cutouts for TWO cigarettes, right next to each other. Possibly to promote comradeship between soldiers. It’s been painted and glossed, and the soldier head has a coquettish... read more

This is a nice display of the remains of a Lewis Gun Magazine, that were excavated from Avuley Wood, which is in France. The bullets are obviously inert and have been arranged as they were, in the... read more

This is a rare gas mask that we don’t find very often. They were made for hospital patients that were bed ridden and unable to be moved in a gas attack. This one comes complete, made of a canvas... read more

A wartime A.R.P 1939 dated gas rattle. Gas rattles were used to give the warning of a gas attack, while bells were used to give the all clear. On the top of the rattle it is stamped A.R.P W.CLEMENTS... read more

These small ash-tray/cups were made by the company Fieldings during WW2. They made three variations, Hitler, Mussolini and Goering. The cup is 50mm in diameter and 35mm in height. The cup is in... read more

These small propaganda ash tray/cups were made by the company Fieldings during WW2. They made three variations of this cup, Mussolini, Hitler and Goering. The cup has a 50mm diameter and a height of... read more

The wooden grips on this S/98 bayonet show some wear and tear but no damage. The under crossguard is proof stamped along with two more proof stamps on the upper pommel. The rifle retaining button... read more

An absolutely stunning unsharpened blade in mint condition with 100% of the blueing remaining. The maker on the blade reads CARL EICKHORN. The opposite side of the blade is numbered 2732 with the... read more

An early rare 1950s North Korean flag. These flags don’t show up very often, this is only the second one I’ve owned in over ten years, and fortunately this one is in far better condition. The... read more

In early 1900, Peru placed an order with the German metal arms factory Simson & Co Suhl for bayonets to go onto their 1909 model rifle. This model is identical to the German S98 bayonet except... read more

This is probably the best condition police bayonet I’ve come across in over 20 years and it would be very hard to upgrade. The blade is in absolutely stunning condition. No damage or wear and... read more

An exceptionally nice blade, unsharpened with all it’s blueing remaining. Markings on the blade read 41 ASW, this tells us it was made in 1941 by the E&F Horster & Co. Other side of the... read more

This is a privately purchased WW1 German imperial trench knife, mostly used by German officers. This particular design was based on the German military short bayonets of the period. The metal... read more

Extremely nice condition bayonet. The wooden grips are undamaged and undented. The grips have an attractive lighter colour grain than we normally see. The hilt has the usual inspection stamp, and... read more

The KS98 was manufactured around 1902 and made throughout WW1. This variation comes with wooden grips. No flashguard and is dated 1914 on the spine of the blade. Inspection stamps are present on the... read more

Superb condition WW2 K98 German frog. All rivets and stitching is intact. The rear of the scabbard is dated 1942 and maker marked. Hard to work out the maker as it is very faint. The leather is in... read more

Medal number 25160185 P.t.e  J.H. Norman R.L.C The Royal Logistic Corps (R.L.C) is responsible for moving soldier's materials, motor vehicles, tanks, ammunition, fuel, food and other suppliers to... read more