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The Vault Militaria

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The Vault Militaria is the UK’s newest destination for authentic wartime memorabilia and collectables. Specialising in rare and hard-to-find items from World War I and World War II, we offer history enthusiasts and collectors a carefully curated selection of genuine artefacts.

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Our team of experts meticulously sources, authenticates, and catalogues each piece, ensuring that you receive only the finest quality items with verified provenance. And we’re adding more and more items on a regular basis.

From battle-worn uniforms and medals to vintage weapons, field equipment, and personal effects, The Vault Militaria brings you closer to the tangible remnants of wartime history.

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We buy & sell

The founders of The Vault Militaria bring over 50 years of combined collecting experience to the table. They have a pair of keen eyes for the unusual together with an extensive knowledge of wartime collectables to ensure that every item offered is both authentic and exceptional.

With decades spent honing their expertise, they’ve developed an unparalleled ability to source and validate rare military artifacts, making The Vault Militaria a trusted name in the field.

How we buy

Contact Mark on 07471 058445 or Andrew on 07944 609319

Contact Mark on 07471 058445
or Andrew on 07944 609319

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WW2 German M33 SA Dagger – F. Herder – near mint blade

£1,095.00 SKU: 0036M

Here we have a nice untouched early S.A. dagger including all nickel fittings and an anodised scabbard. The nickel fittings haven’t been cleaned on this dagger for many years and have therefore developed a lovely aged patina. There are many collectors that prefer a more polished look to their daggers and choose to clean them. I personally enjoy seeing a build up of patina on early nickel fittings, so I choose to leave them as they are. The dark wooden grip fits the cross guards perfectly and is gau marked WF to the rear of the lower cross guard, this tells us the original issue location was in Westfalen. The blade is in stunning condition with cross graining running all the way down to the tip of the blade. It is also unsharpened and shows a nice etched motto. The maker is F.HERDER and is displayed with the cross keys logo. The anodised scabbard does show surface rust and shows an indentation to the left side of the scabbard and to the ball of the lower scabbard fitting, but luckily the ball has still kept its overall shape. The dagger fits the scabbard perfectly with that nice snap we all like to hear.
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WW2 German K98 Bayonet – Uncleaned – 1941 – E. Pack & Sohn

£250.00 SKU: 0032M

This bayonet is for those collectors who like to see age on something that has never been cleaned.

The unsharpened blade is virtually in mint condition with all of its blueing remaining. The rear of the blade reads 41cul, this indicates production by E.Pack & Sohn and dated 1941. Front of the blade is numbered 1671.

The dark Bakelite grips are undamaged and in excellent condition. The rear of the top pommel has the usual double Waffen Amt stamp and one to the spring loaded rifle retaining button, which is also in good working order. The scabbard is nice and straight and I can only see one very faint small indentation to the rear of the scabbard, hardly noticeable. The lower ball is also Waffen Amt stamped. The dirt and surface rust has covered the numbers on the scabbard so unfortunately I’m unable to say if its matching numbers or not, therefore this is reflected in the price.

The bayonet comes with a nice condition frog with securing loop. The four rivets and stitching are all intact but there is a split in the leather at the top, this would only cause a problem if you wanted to hang this frog from a belt.

This bayonet looks like its been stored away for many years and has never been cleaned. I also believe the frog has always lived with this bayonet as you can see a build up of dirt on the inside where it attaches to the scabbard.

The bayonet comes with an excellent condition original leather frog with all stitching intact including the four rivets.

This bayonet has to a nice even tone throughout.
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WW1 German S84/98 a.A. Bayonet

£225.00 SKU: 0019M

The wooden grips are in good condition and held to the hilt with the original two screws. Both screws are inspection marked. The spring loaded button is in working order and there are two inspection stamps to the hilt. The blade is nice and bright and maker marked SAMSON & CO SUHL. There are some small areas of pitting to the blade but its really not bad. The throat to the scabbard has two inspection stamps and the lower chape has one. The rear to the top scabbard fitting is unit marked 86.R.E.2.82. Nice bayonet.
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WW1 German 84/98 Sawback Bayonet

£375.00 SKU: 0024M

Nice example WW1 sawback bayonet by maker GOTTLIEB HAMMESFAHR. The hilt, cross guard and flash guard are undamaged and in good condition. The spring loaded button is in good working order and we see the usual inspection stamp to the hilt. The wooden grips are an attractive colour brown with both screws present. One side of the grip does have a split in the wood, but it is not a bad one, I’ve shown a close up photo of this. The blade is a nice clean example with the usual 19 teeth and another inspection stamp on the spine. Scabbard is undented and nice and straight. There is also a inspection stamp to the lower ball of the scabbard. A very nice sawback bayonet.
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WW1/2 German Officer’s Sword Hanger

£50.00 SKU: 0025M

This German officers sword hanger shows good honest wear to the leather, but is still strong enough to hang a sword from.
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WW1 Trench Art Bayonet

£150.00 SKU: 0027M

A great piece of trench art using parts of a cut down French bayonet and scabbard.
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WWII British Homefront Wardens Helmet

£120.00 SKU: 0016M

This is a good example of an original WWII British steel helmet complete with original liner and strap, used by air raid wardens. It’s dated 1940 and marked by the maker; FL. The elasticated chin strap is in good condition and overall this is a good example.
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WW1 Rare US m 1912 Springfield Trainer Bayonet

£375.00 SKU: 0010M

A genuine First World War era US Model 1912 Springfield trainer bayonet. These specialised bayonets were produced specifically for training and instruction, allowing soldiers to practise bayonet drills without the use of a live blade.

Blade / Trainer Assembly
This example features the correct sprung steel training blade with leather-covered construction and a leather-protected looped tip, designed to reduce the risk of injury during training exercises. To the rear are the correct twin muzzle rings, allowing secure attachment to the rifle during drill practice.

Hilt & Mounting
The hilt and mounting assembly are correct for the Model 1912 Springfield rifle. All components remain intact and present as issued.

Leather Components
The leather covering remains supple, with stitching intact. The leather is clearly marked R.I.A. (Rock Island Arsenal) and dated 1914, confirming early wartime manufacture.

Overall
Trainer bayonets of this pattern are seldom encountered today, particularly in complete and original condition. An excellent and unusual First World War training piece, offering strong historical interest beyond standard combat bayonets.

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