Antique Bone Handled Folding Button Hook c1890

Here on offer is an antique bone handled folding button hook, dating from around 1890.

The handle scales have been carved from bone or a similar more expensive material that is now a lovely cream colour. The scales are neatly pinned in place with three brass pins. There is a small loop hole at the top, so it may have originally had a suspension loop?
It now has some age ...  read more

Code: 51908

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

Large Bowie Knife with 10” Plain Steel Blade and English Oak Grip Scales

Here on offer is a large bowie knife with 10” clip point plain blade and English oak grip scales.

I have come across this type of knife a few times, some have a plain blade like this one, some are etched with “Remember the Alamo”. I do have an unusual one listed on my website, etched with the details of England’s world cup win in 1966.

The blades never seem to hav...  read more

Code: 51904

Deluxe WW2 German Army Officers Dagger Hangers with Top Oak Leaf Metal Fittings

Here on offer is a set of deluxe WW2 German Army Officers dagger hangers with top oak leaf metal fittings.

Although these deluxe hangers have clearly been worn and have lost a lot of their original finish, they will still look good on any aged WW2 German Army dagger.

The fittings on this set are the earlier heavy metal alloy type.

The oval buckles a...  read more

Code: 51903

Fine Original WW1 Period Brass National Motor Volunteers Cap Badge

Here on offer is a fine example of an original and scarce WW1 die-cast brass National Motor Volunteers cap badge.

The badge depicts the image of 'Mercury' the winged messenger of the Gods mounted on a spoked motorcar wheel, inscribed with the words 'National Motor Volunteers’. This is mounted above a scroll with the words ‘Pro Patria’.

On the reverse it is stamped...  read more

Code: 51901

Original WW1 ‘FUMSUP’ or TOUCH WOOD Soldier’s Lucky Gold Plated Charm

Here on offer is an original WW1 ‘FUMSUP’ or TOUCH WOOD soldiers lucky Gold Plated charm.

These charms were given to WW1 soldiers as a “Good Luck” token that could be carried with them into battle.

They come in all sorts of types and this one has a lovely gold plated thin brass body, with moving arms, with detailed fingers and thumbs UP.

It is fitted...  read more

Code: 51898

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

Extra Photos of British LAW 66mm Heat L1A2B1 Rocket Launcher - 51888

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Code: 51887

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