Impressive Large WW2 Letter Opener made from Shrapnel Recovered from the LONDON BLITZ 1940-41

Here on offer is an impressive and very large 14” long, WW2 letter opener made from shrapnel recovered during the 1940-41 London Blitz.

I believe that some of these were professionally made by firms like Asprey of London, but many were hand-fashioned by civilians or soldiers behind the lines using available workshop tools.

This is a real piece of WW2 historical "t...  read more

Code: 52258

Rare Dual Commemorative “Wilkinson Sword Ltd. Cramlington 1963-1999” and “WORLD PEACE FOR THE THIRD MILLENNIUM” Miniature Sword by Wilkinson Sword – Mint in Box

Here on offer is a rare dual commemorative “Wilkinson Sword Ltd. Cramlington 1963-1999” and “WORLD PEACE FOR THE THIRD MILLENNIUM” miniature sword by Wilkinson Sword, circa 2000.

I believe this sword was originally released as a commemorative piece to mark the transition into the third millennium, the year 2000, often associated with global themes of peace and reflection prevalen...  read more

Code: 52230

Miniature Antique Swedish Johan Engström of Eskilstuna - Curly Birch Barrel Knife with Concealed Folding Steel Blade

Here on offer is the rarer miniature antique Swedish Johan Engström of Eskilstuna, curly birch barrel knife with concealed folding steel blade.

One of the most successful Swedish Eskilstuna cutlers was Johan Engström (1846 – 1915).

Before setting up his factory in 1874 (Fabriksaktiebolaget Johan Engström), Johan had worked with cutlers and studied knife production...  read more

Code: 52257

WW1 Trench Art Brass Letter Opener with a Beautiful Layered Section Handle

Here on offer is a WW1 period trench art brass letter opener with a stunning layered handle.

The scimitar shaped brass 4.1” blade it etched on one side with “THE GREAT WAR” and on the other, “1914 – 1918”.
There is a small oval shaped brass crossguard that connects to the brass ferrule.

What is special about this letter opener is the beautiful layered square...  read more

Code: 51147

Impressive Bowie Knife with Mint 7.4” Steel Blade and Stag Antler Handle with Custom made Leather Sheath

Here on offer is what looks to be a handmade bowie knife with a mint 7,4” polished steel blade, stag antler handle and a custom made leather sheath.

I am sure this knife has never been used and it is in mint condition, like the day it was made!

The 7.4” long steel blade, has a polish finish and retains a 6.5” sharp curved cutting edge, with no knicks. You can still...  read more

Code: 52255

British Army Folding Two-Piece Stainless Steel Clasp or Jack Knife Dated 1968

Here on offer is a British army issued folding, two-piece stainless steel clasp or jack knife, dated 1968.

It has a main blade, a combination can & bottle opener, along with a screwdriver tip and at the other end a lanyard loop.

On one of the grip plates it is stamped with:

STAINLESS STEEL

Broad arrow and 68

Broad arrow...  read more

Code: 52256

Mint Set of Three Gil Hibben Designed 8.6” Stainless Steel Throwing Knifes with Nylon Belt Sheath by United Cutlery, c2000

Here on offer is a mint set of three Gil Hibben designed, 8.56” stainless steel throwing knifes with a black nylon belt sheath, made by United Cutlery, circa 2000.

This is another set of throwing knives I have owned since new, but never used.

They were designed by Gil Hibben, who is a master knife maker, an avid knife thrower and author of the Hibben knife-throwing...  read more

Code: 52253

Stunning Pair of WW1 German POW 8” Cow Shinbones Carved with Roses - KNOCKALOE -I.O.M. “Legs of Man”

Here on offer is a stunning pair of WW1 German POW 8” cow shinbones carved with roses and KNOCKALOE and the Isle of Man, “Legs of Man” symbol.

depicting skilfully detailed roses.

This pair was made on the Isle of Man, by German POW’s held at the large internment camp at Knockaloe, during WW1.

They used what materials they had to hand and cow bones p...  read more

Code: 52252

Pair of Italian WW1 Trench Art Letter Openers Commemorating the Battle of Solstice Italy - 15th June 1918

Here on offer are a superb pair of possibly Italian WW1 Trench Art letter openers, with scimitar shaped brass blades and grips made from copper drive bands.

They both commemorate the second Battle of the Piave River, also known as the Battle of Solstice, in Italy. This decisive Italian victory was fought against the Austro-Hungarian Empire, from 15–23 June 1918.

T...  read more

Code: 52254

Antique Presentation Mallet to Mrs Down for Stone Laying Ceremony at Rock Chapel Yelverton Devon Aug 8th 1906

Here on offer is an antique presentation mallet to Mrs Down for the stone laying ceremony at Rock Chapel, Yelverton, Devon, on August 8th 1906.

Antique ceremonial wooden mallets were traditionally presented to nobilities or high-ranking officials invited to lay the foundation stones of churches and other significant buildings. These tools served as commemorative gifts, often fea...  read more

Code: 52240