Antique Victorian Court Dress Cocked Moleskin Bicorn Hat c1880

Here on offer is an antique Victorian Court dress cocked bicorn (or bicorne) hat, circa 1880.

It is made from moleskin with black silk and cut steel decoration, by John Morgan & Co. of 5 Albemarle Street, London.

The inside has a padded black silk lining and the maker’s details printed in gold lettering along with the Royal Warrant:

J. MORGAN & CO.<...  read more

Code: 51873

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Code: 51872

Rare Antique Retraceable 1.5” Miniature Tape Measure Advertising A. MCINTOSH & SONS LTD of Cambridge c1890

Here on offer is a near mint example of an antique retraceable 1.5” miniature tape measure that is advertising, A. MCINTOSH & SONS LTD, ironmongers of Cambridge, circa 1890.

The firm was founded in 1884 by Alexander Macintosh, an ironmonger and the son of a local coppersmith. His father, William, ran a business out of 23-24 Market Street, Cambridge and when he died, Alexander too...  read more

Code: 51892

British LAW (Light Anti-Tank Weapon) 66mm Heat L1A2B1 Rocket Launcher dated 1976

Here on offer is a British LAW (Light Anti-Tank Weapon) 66mm Heat L1A2B1 Rocket Launcher dated to 1976.

This deactivated example was apparently used for training purposes and shows signs of being well used, showing signs of paint loss and some damage to the front site and rubber safety switch cover. It is now also missing its muzzle cover, end cap, and carry strap.

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Code: 51888

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Code: 51887

Parker-Hale Cased Set of TEN Smith & Wesson, First Production Run, Scrimshaw Knives

Here on offer is a wonderful collector’s set of TEN Smith & Wesson, First Production Run Scrimshaw knives, distributed in a plush display case by Parker-Hale.

Each of the knives has a 2.7” (6.7cm) stainless steel blade that is stamped with the name Smith & Wesson on the ricasso and has the full details marked on the front of the blade:

Smith & Wesson
FIRST P...  read more

Code: 50782

Small collection of BOAC Smoking Related Memorabilia from the 1970’s

Here on offer is a small collection of three items of BOAC smoking related memorabilia from the 1970’s.

The collection consists of a bakelite gas table lighter made in England by POPPELL, that is 3.5” (9cm) high.

It is in excellent condition although untested, it comes with any gas or flint to comply with shipping regulations.

Next is a blue anodised...  read more

Code: 50433

Rare Antique Trocar Medical Instrument c1840

Here on offer is a rare example of an antique Trocar medical instrument circa 1840.

The Trocar served as a tool for extracting accumulated bodily fluids until the development of diuretics. It involved inserting the trocar, along with its accompanying cannula pipe, into either the chest or abdomen. Subsequently, the trocar was withdrawn, allowing the fluid to be drained through th...  read more

Code: 51646

Vintage Smoker’s Pipe Knife by Wilkinson Sword of Sheffield

Here on offer is a fine example of a vintage smoker’s pipe knife by the world famous knife maker, Wilkinson Sword of Sheffield.

The knife consists of a pipe tamper, a round tipped knife and a spike for cleaning out the pipe stem, all made from stainless steel.

The grip has two smooth dark blue scales, made from a kind of hard plastic that are in great condition, no...  read more

Code: 51882

Vintage Pruning Knife with worn Blade by H. Rowbotham & Co. of Sheffield

Here on offer is a vintage pruning knife with a worn blade by H. Rowbotham & Co. of Sheffield.

The grip has two black imitation stag antler scales, made from a hard plastic that are in great condition, no damage, just light wear to the raised antler pattern. They are held in place against the brass liners, by three steel pins.

I am sure this knife started life with...  read more

Code: 51881