Scarce Vintage Martial Arts Judo Flip-Book – O GURUMA - by Yoshimi Osawa 7th Dan c1960

Here on offer is a scarce vintage martial arts Judo Flip-Book – O GURUMA - Hiza Guruma-O Guruma by Yoshimi Osawa 7th Dan.

Edited and produced by George Whyman - 4th Dan (Kodokan & Budokai)

The flip book has photo images on both sides of the pages, so you can see two sets of judo moves.

It is in very good condition with just some rubbing to front and...  read more

Code: 51249

WW2 - 4” Naval Shell - Bottle Holder -“Coal Scuttle” Presented to the Cardigan Arms Pub - Moulton 1944

Hear on offer is an unusual WW2 “trench art” presentation bottle holder, that looks like a “coal scuttle”, made from 4” Naval artillery shells.

The coal shuttle has been really well made and includes a swivel handle. The whole piece has then been chrome plated and has the following dedication inscribed on the front:

4” NAVAL SHELL
PRESENTED
TO
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Code: 51235

INERT WW1 British VSM 37mm 1 Pounder “Pom Pom” Shell

Hear on offer is a great example of an inert WW1 British VSM 37mm 1 pounder “Pom Pom” shell.

The shell is stamped VSM (Vickers, Sons & Maxim) on the projectile section. There is also the letter “B” stamped on the top brass screw in plug.

This type of shell was used on the British "Pom Pom" or 37mm cannon during WW1. The name reflects the distinctive sound it made w...  read more

Code: 51254

Two Inert Arden Cannon 30mm Practice Rounds from a Harrier Jump Jet, c1980

Here on offer are two inert Arden Cannon 30mm Practice rounds from a Harrier Jump Jet, circa 1980.

Each round has light blue paint on the top section that help to indicate that they are “Practise” rounds.

One round still has a printed label stuck to the base that reads:

Arden Cannon Shell 30mm
Practise Only
From Harrier
Vertical...  read more

Code: 51253

Antique Vertical Boiler Model Steam Engine

Here on offer is a great example of an antique vertical boiler model Steam Engine.

I believe this example has been professionally “hand made” as I can’t find any makers mark or label. It looks very similar to antique German made examples by Ernst Plank of this type of vertical boiler steam engine.

The main cylindrical boiler is made from copper and the main wheel/s...  read more

Code: 50424

WW1 British Officers Presentation Sword Stick to Capt. W Smythe, Catterick - 1914

Here on offer is a fine quality WW1 British officer’s presentation sword stick that was presented to Captain W. Smythe, by the officer’s mess at Catterick in 1914.

I haven’t been able o find out any information about the service history for Captain W. Smythe, but he warrants further researching effort to uncover what he did during WW1.

The sword stick appears to be...  read more

Code: 51252

Extra Photos of WW1 British Officers Presentation Sword Stick

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Code: 51251

Boer War British Officers Webley .455 Revolver MK 1 Leather Holster

Here on offer is a Victorian, Boer War period British officers, Webley .455 revolver MK 1 leather holster.

I believe this would have been an officer’s private purchase holster, possibly fitted with some leather straps or loops? There is no maker’s mark that I can see, which is normal with private purchased items.

The belt slots on the back have been stitched up man...  read more

Code: 51202

WW2 RAF Wings and Propellor Sweetheart Brooch

Here on offer is an excellent example of an RAF sweetheart brooch in which consists of a beautifully detailed RAF Crown and Wings emblem, set on a chrome plated propeller.

This example also has a safety chain fitted, so was clearly a valued brooch by its owner.

On the back there is maker’s mark for:

F.W.C & S Ltd

It also retains its o...  read more

Code: 51242

Vintage Pruning Knife with Oak Grips by Joseph Rodgers Sheffield England circa 1960

Here on offer is a vintage pruning knife with oak grips by the English maker, Joseph Rodgers, Sheffield, England circa 1960.

The grip is made up from two dark coloured oak slabs, which appear to stuck in place as there is no sign of any pins which is slightly unusual?

The slightly curved blade has the maker’s trademark and name stamped on one side of the ricasso, ...  read more

Code: 51246