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
95.00 GBP
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
335.00 GBP
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
75.00 GBP
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
20.00 GBP
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
25.00 GBP
WW2 Chrome Plated RAF Propeller and Wings Sweetheart Brooch
Here on offer is a great example of a WW2 period RAF sweetheart brooch that consists of the RAF crown and wings emblem set on a chrome plated propeller.
The brooch is 2.9” (7.4cm) wide and is complete with its original long brooch pin and “C” clasp.
It weighs 6.6g.
The brooch is in excellent condition and retains all the chrome on the propeller with ... read more
15.00 GBP
Vintage Scottish Sgian Dubh with Hand Carved Wooden Grip and Polished Brass Fittings
Here on offer is a great example of a vintage Scottish Sgian Dubh with hand carved wooden grip and polished brass fittings.
The hilt has a beautiful hand carved wood grip with an interlaced design that is topped with a brass pommel and at the base of the hilt is a plain brass ferrule.
The short polished stainless-steel blade has small “blood” groves on both sides a... read more
35.00 GBP
Elizabeth II - Special Constabulary Long Service Medal with 1985 Bar, Rosette Ribbon Bar and Case to JAMES H. GRITT
Here on offer is an original Elizabeth II - Special Constabulary Long Service Medal with 1985 Bar. It also comes with a Rosette Ribbon Bar and its original presentation case.
It was presented to JAMES H. GRITT and his name is stamped on the lower rim of the medal.
I believe the 1985 medal bar was awarded for an additional 10 years of continuous service.
55.00 GBP
Pocket Forecaster by Negratti & Zimbra London in original box with instructions c1920
Here on offer is a scarce example of a pocket forecaster by Negratti & Zimbra of London, in its original box, complete with instructions, circa 1920.
The pocket forecaster is constructed using three concentric discs, made from an early celluloid.
The white base disc displays “Direction of Wind” and has the maker’s “Negretti & Zambra, London,” around the edge.
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50.00 GBP