WW2 Period Large Bronzed Copper Cigarette Box Linked to The Dorsetshire Regiment

Here on offer is unusual WW2 period, bronzed copper cigarette box that has the emblem for The Dorsetshire Regiment displayed on the top of the lid.

The lid has cut-out sections with a fitted glass panel below, that allow the red card to show through.

The hinged box has a removable/adjustable wooden section allowing the content size to be adjusted and it could even...  read more

Code: 50444

Cased 6" Smith & Wesson Model 586 .177 calibre - 10 shot CO2 Air Pistol by Umarex

Here on offer is a realistic replica of the 6" Smith & Wesson Model 586 (.357 Magnum) revolver.

It has been recreated as a CO2 powered .177 calibre 10 shot pellet gun by Umarex of Germany.

I bought this new over 10 years ago and have fired it a few times, but it has spent most of its life in its foam lined, blue hard plastic case. The case does have some light surf...  read more

Code: 50986

Antique Victorian Turned and Painted Wooden City of London Police Truncheon

Here on offer is an antique Victorian City of London turned and painted wooden police truncheon.

It has an impressive ring turned grip and the lower section has been painted black with a painted oval image of the flag of the City of London.

This is based on the flag of England, having a centred red St George’s Cross on a white background, with the red sword in the...  read more

Code: 50987

Poignant WW1 Sepia Photo Post Card – Ike and Edith Grimsey on their Wedding Day – Ike KIA

Here on offer is a very poignant WW1 photo post card that depicts a sepia photo of Ike (in his military uniform) and Edith Grimsey on their wedding day on the 16th February 1916.

Ike Grimsey served with the 1st battalion, Kings Royal Rifle Corps, but sadly was killed in action exactly one year later in France on the 16th February 1917, aged 28.

On the back is hand...  read more

Code: 50944

WW2 German 2nd Model Luftwaffe Dagger by ALCOSO with Beautiful Dark Orange Grip

Here on offer is an impressive looking WW2 German 2nd model Luftwaffe dagger by ALCOSO with a beautiful dark orange grip.

The Pommel is in excellent condition with crisp hand-enhanced oak leaves and the swastikas retain some of the original gilt finish, which now has a dark patina.

The Grip is a beautiful dark orange coloured trolon/celluloid type and is complete w...  read more

Code: 50984

Ornate Vintage Spanish “Eagle” Diplomatic Dress Parade Sword made in Toledo with Ornate Black Leather Scabbard

Here on offer is a very ornate vintage Spanish Diplomat's dress sword, made in Toledo (Spain) with a black leather scabbard with detailed gilt fittings.

From some online research, it appears it was most likely made during the rule of the Spanish General Francisco Franco. He ruled Spain from 1939 to 1975 as a dictator, assuming the title Caudillo.

It features a fine...  read more

Code: 50980

Extra photos of Spanish “Eagle” Diplomatic Dress Parade Sword - 50980

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Code: 50979

WW2 RAF Station Kanchrapara (India) Aluminium Ashtray

Here on offer is an unusual WW2 RAF station Kanchrapara (India) aluminium ashtray.

The WW2 RAF station at Kanchrapara was established in September 1942 and was manned by both British and American air force personnel mainly being used as a reconnaissance location for the 8th Recon Group of the United States Army Airforce.

This aluminium ashtray was most probably a s...  read more

Code: 50968

Third Reich Gilt Aluminium “Lion Face” Kriegsmarine Dagger Hangers

Here on offer a beautiful pair of Third Reich gilt aluminium “Lion Face” Kriegsmarine dagger hangers that retain nearly all their bright gilt finish.

They are in near mint condition, there is just the slightest loss of the bright gilt finish on the clips on the long strap, that means I won't list them as mint.

My understanding is that after 1938 the standard Kriegs...  read more

Code: 50977

Letter Opener made from the Timber of – H.M.S. CORNWALL - Launched in 1815

Here on offer is a genuine piece of teak wood from

H.M.S. CORNWALL

made into a fine tapered letter opener that is in perfect condition, no splits or chips to the edges.

It has a metal plaque pinned to the front, which reads:

FROM THE TIMBER OF
H.M.S. CORNWALL
LAUNCHED BOMBAY 1815

Some history relating to t...  read more

Code: 50564