Vintage Signed Don Sheil Handmade Aluminium Spoon Rest with a Flowing Wave Pattern

Here on offer is a vintage signed Don Sheil handmade aluminium spoon rest with a flowing wave pattern.

Don Sheil is a renowned Australian brand established in 1971, specializing in handcrafted, etched aluminium tableware and giftware.

Based in Victoria, the company produces durable, non-tarnishing items—including trays, bowls, and vases—featuring unique, hand-engr...  read more

Code: 52232

Rare Victorian Gold and Natural Material Toothpick Invented by T. C. Palmer and made by Sampson Mordan & Co. c1850

Here on offer is a rare Victorian gold and natural material toothpick invented by T. C. Palmer and made by Sampson Mordan & Co., circa 1850.

T.C. Palmer was the inventor of this specific design of sliding gold and ivory toothpicks.

These toothpicks were actually manufactured by Sampson Mordan & Co., the renowned English maker of propelling pencils and other silver ...  read more

Code: 52231

Stunning Large Victorian Royal Navy Silver Plated Basting Spoon by Elkington & Co. Ltd 1854

Here on offer is a top grade Victorian Royal Navy silver plated fiddle pattern basting spoon, by Elkington & Co. Ltd and dating to 1854.

I have had this spoon for many years and was told it had come from the Royal Navy Officer’s mess hall at Portsmouth.

A fiddle pattern spoon is a distinctive style of cutlery with a handle shaped like a violin or fiddle, featuring ...  read more

Code: 52229

Vintage Chrome Plated Kukri with Horn Grip Black Leather Scabbard and Two Karda Knives

Here on offer is a fine example of a vintage chrome plated Kukri with a dark horn grip and black leather covered scabbard, along with two Karda knives.

I think this is a top quality “souvenir” piece with its chrome plated blade and fittings.

The Kukri itself has the traditional curved blade that is in excellent condition, with just a couple dark areas of pitting to...  read more

Code: 52228

Antique Yemeni Jambiya Dagger with Horn Handle and an Ornate Silver Filigree and Leather Covered Sheath

Here on offer is a fine example of an antique Yemeni Jambiya dagger with horn handle and an ornate silver filigree and leather covered wooden sheath.

Curved daggers like these were most commonly presented in Yemeni ceremonies as a symbol of honour and manhood, but they were also worn by nomadic tribes, in order to provide protection against any potential danger.

T...  read more

Code: 52227

Ornate 20th Century Syrian Neck Dagger with Horn Grip Scales

Here on offer is an 0rnate Syrian neck dagger with horn grip scales dating to the mid 20th Century.

I think these examples where made for the souvenir market over 50 years ago now, but actually make great display pieces and are becoming collectable in their own right.

The dagger has a straight double edged steel blade with some engraving along the central spine on ...  read more

Code: 52225

INERT WW2 No.36M Mk I British Mills Grenade by JP&S Ltd with a base plug by RBD dated 1941

Here on offer is great example of a now INERT WW2 No.36M Mk I British Mills Grenade by JP&S Ltd being John Pilling & Sons Ltd, Colne, Lancashire, England, with a base plug by RBD being R.B. Davies & Co based in Victoria and Sydney, Australia and dated 1941.

The No.36M Mk I “Mesopotamian” variant was specially designed and waterproofed with shellac for use in the hot climate of Me...  read more

Code: 52223

Rare Model P. 435 'Sport' Knife with Nickel Silver Grip and Locking Clip Point Blade by Joseph Rodgers & Sons c1880

Here on offer is a really impressive antique Model P. 435 'Sport' knife with nickel silver grip and locking clip point blade by Joseph Rodgers & Sons, of Sheffield England, circa 1880.

Highly collectible today, the J. Rodgers knives are among the most respected and sought after, particularly their early and innovative folding knives.

The Model P. 435 'Sport' knife...  read more

Code: 52222

Extra Photos of Rare Model P. 435 'Sport' Knife with Nickel Silver Grip and Locking Clip Point Blade by Joseph Rodgers & Sons c1880

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Code: 52221

Rare WW2 British Army Auxiliary Unit Knife with Leather Sheath Named to “PAT”

Here on offer is a rare example of a WW2 British Army Auxiliary Unit knife with its original leather sheath, by Joseph Rodgers and Sons.

It has only been recently that this type of knife has been authenticated as being used by the British Auxiliary Units during WW2.

Credit must go to Ron Flook, who through his outstanding research into military knives, has managed...  read more

Code: 52220