WW2 Theatre made Aluminium “Trench Art” Combat Knife marked Egypt 1942

Here on offer is an interesting WW2 theatre “trench art” combat knife made from aluminium recovered from downed aircraft during the conflict in North Africa, marked Egypt 1942.

I was told this was made by a RAF maintenance unit engineer while they were based at RAF Aboukir in Egypt during WW2.

In 1942, the Royal Air Force (RAF) operated several airfields in Egypt, ...  read more

Code: 51900

Antique East African Sudanese Arm Dagger with Sheath

Here on offer is an East African Sudanese arm dagger with sheath, probably from the late 19th century.

This dagger features an excellent straight double-edged blade that tapers to a point with a central ridge. There are also two smaller ridges that run the length of the blade near the blade edges. It has a bright polished finish with some scattered dark patches and very light pit...  read more

Code: 51038

Austrian M1874 Gras Sword Bayonet with Scabbard made by Styer in Austria in 1881

Here on offer is an Austrian M1874 Gras sword bayonet and scabbard that was commercial made by Steyer in Austria in 1881.

This type of bayonet was the last of the French "sword-type" bayonets and was manufactured from 1874 to about 1885.

I believe it was made to fit the French Model 1874 "Gras" Infantry Rifle.

The bayonet has a solid brass pommel wit...  read more

Code: 50997

Miniature Wilkinson Sword – Claymore Sword – Mint in Box

Here on offer is a ‘mint in box’ miniature Claymore Sword by Wilkinson Sword that was made in Scotland.

This beautifully crafted miniature has a stainless steel blade that is ornately engraved ‘Claidheamh - mor’ along with the Wilkinson Sword Crest and Queens Crown.

Claidheamh – mor in Gaelic means ‘great sword’ and this miniature is a typical copy of a Scottish c...  read more

Code: 51858

Vintage German Hunting Knife and Fork Set by Anton Wingen Jr – Othello - circa 1940

Here on offer is a fine example of a vintage German hunting knife and fork set by Anton Wingen Jr – Othello, circa 1940.

The knife and fork fit snuggly into the hard brown leather sheath in such a way that the fork can’t be removed without removing the knife first, so basically it is held in place when not is use.

This version does not and never has had a belt loop...  read more

Code: 50768

Post WW2 Turkish Damascus Steel Hitler Letter Opener by Paul Müller c1960

Here on offer is a post WW2 Hitler letter opener made with Turkish Damascus steel that is attributed to the famous Master Damascus Swordsmith, Paul Müller and was possibly commissioned by Colonel Attwood in the 1960’s.

Please note, this is being offered as a REPRODUCTION WW2 letter opener, NOT an original period piece.

The dagger blade shaped letter opener is I bel...  read more

Code: 51157

Additional Photos of Post WW2 Damascus Steel Hitler Letter Opener c1960

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Code: 51156

Post WW2 British Military Machete with Leather Scabbard by B.H. & G. Ltd dated 1955

Here on offer is an original example of a post WW2 British military machete with a thick brown leather scabbard B.H. & G. Ltd dated 1955.

The two black composite grip slabs are in excellent solid condition. Unusually there are four smooth notches in the metal of the tang and both grips, that allows the four fingers of your hand to fit snuggly in the grip.

The grip...  read more

Code: 51402

3rd Pattern FS Fighting Knife by William Rodgers Personalised to Major D. P. EARLAM of the Royal Artillery

Here on offer is an excellent example of a 1970’s period, 3rd Pattern FS Fighting Knife by William Rodgers of Sheffield.

This knife has been personalised to Major D. P. EARLAM of the Royal Artillery and dated to 1972-1973.

This beautiful double-edged dagger blade measures 6.76” (17.4cm) in length and retains its original bright nickel-plated finish.

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Code: 50476