Previously Sold Items

Imperial Japanese Arisaka Bayonet Frog - full front shot

Imperial Japanese Army Arisaka Type 30 Leather Bayonet Frog

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
WW2 Japanese Arisaka Bayonet Frog - full shot

Japanese Arisaka Type 30 Bayonet Frog – 1930s to Early WW2

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
WW2 German postcards of Hitler's Germany - all three books

Postcards of Hitler’s Germany – R. James Bender – Complete 3-Volume Hardcover Set (1933-1945)

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
WW1 German 98/05 "Butcher" Bayonet - V.C. Shilling - 1916 - complete

WW1 German 98/05 “Butcher Bayonet – V.C. Schilling – 1916 – Clean Blade

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
WW2 ARP Lamp with Hood in excellent condition, shown with its original Ministry of Home Security WD 3051 box

WW2 ARP Lamp with Hood in Original Box – Ministry of Home Security Pattern WD 3051 – Excellent Condition

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
WW1 German 98/05 leather frog front view

WW1 German 98/05 Bayonet Frog – Stitching & Rivets Intact

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

1937 King George VI Coronation Souvenir Periscope Viewer – United Dairies, London Processional Route

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

Hitler Youth Drum Set (Complete With Original Drumsticks, Leather Frog & Eagle Hanger)

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

WW1 German 98/05 “Butcher Bayonet” Leather Frog – Excellent Condition

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

WW2 German Wehrmacht Feldflasche with Wool Cover and Leather Straps

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

WW2 Daily Express War Map of Europe

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

WW1 Medal Trio & Service Papers – Pte. Albert Edwards Bedford, Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders

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

WW2 German k98 Bayonet by FNJ – 1942, Matching Numbers with Mint Blade

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

German Fireman’s Parade Axe with Original Frog & Clips – c. 1930s-1940s

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

Original U.S. WW1 USAAF Type A-1 Imperial Folding Survival Machete With Sheath

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

German Military Cuffbands 1974-Present-First Edition (1988) by Gordon Williamson

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

Rare WW1 French Trench Club – Alpine Regiments

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

WW2 German K98 Bayonet – 41 Dated ( Josua Corts Sohn)

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

Italian Carcano M1938 Folding Bayonet & Scabbard

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

WW1 German 98/05 Sawback Bayonet (excellent condition)

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

The HJ – Volume Two by J.R. Angolia (1st Edition)

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

Japanese Type 35 Navy Bayonet – Scabbard & Frog

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

WW1 British Military Machete with unusual Wooden Handle.

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

WW1 American 1917 Pattern Bayonet & Frog (Remington)

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

RAF Cockpit Lamp MK2 5c/ 366

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 Early 98/05 Sawback Bayonet (early cross-guard)

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

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 (1943 dated)

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 USA Legitimus Machete (dated 1944)

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 (early)

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 Republic Kuomintang Army Officers Dagger (rare)

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 Hitler Youth “HJ” Drum & Drumsticks

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 (dated 1915)

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

WW1 USA Model 1917 Bolo Knife

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

Ypres British War Cemeteries Book

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 Ladies Gas Mask Handbag (rare)

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

WW2 Child’s Mickey Mouse Gas Mask

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

WW2 German K98 Frog

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

WW1 French Sword Stick (Coulaux & Cie)

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

WW2 German K98 Bayonet

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

WW1 German 98/05 Bayonet (butcher)

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

WW2 British Civilian Receiver

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

WW2 German Collection Tin (winterehilfswerk)

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

Deactivated No.36 Mills Bomb

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 Medal Pack

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

WW1 Early 98/05 German Bayonet (unit marked)

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

Indian Pattern 1907 MK 1** Bayonet

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 Bentheim District Day Badge.

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

‘Good Luck’ Shaving Mirror

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

WW1 German 98/05 Bayonet – sawback – 1917 – Butcher Bayonet

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

WW1 Dutch Fighting Knife (stormdolk)

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

Red Cross Outfit First Aid Tin

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

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

Swiss M1914 Pioneer Sawback Bayonet (near mint blade)

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

Polish AKM WZ85 training Bayonet

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

Crown Devon “No.1 Jerry” Musical Hitler Chamber Pot

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

WW2 German K98 Bayonet (near mint blade)

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

Inert British No. 36 Mills Cut Away Grenade

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

WW2 British No.7 MK1 Bayonet

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

WW2 RAF Matchbox Cover

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

WW2 WLA Timber Corps Arm Band

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

WW2 British Rare Gas Mask (invalid’s respirator)

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

WW2 British Childs Helmet & Chin Strap

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

WW2 British Gas Mask with Case

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

WW2 Soldier’s Ashtray

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

WW1 Lewis Gun Bullet Display

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

Rare WW2 British Hospital C5 Gas Mask

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

WW2 British Anti Hitler Ashy Tray/Cup

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

WW2 British Anti Mussolini Propaganda Ash Tray

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

WW1 German S/98 Bayonet + Frog

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

WW2 German K98 Bayonet (mint blade)

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

1950s North Korean War Flag (rare)

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

WW1 German S98 Peruvian Model Bayonet

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

WW2 German Municipal Police Bayonet – E.&.F. Horster – (near mint)

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

WW2 German K98 Bayonet

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

WW1 Imperial German Eagle Head Trench Knife

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

WW1 German 98/05 Butcher Bayonet (Sawback)

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

WW1 KS98 Bayonet (Sawback)

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

WW2 German K98 frog

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