Scarce Vintage Martial Arts Judo Flip-Book – OSOTO GARI - by Kisaburo Wetanabe 5th Dan c1960

Here on offer is a scarce vintage martial arts Judo Flip-Book – OSOTO GARI - Hiza Guruma – Osoto Gari by Kisaburo Wetanabe 5th Dan.

Edited and produced by George Whyman - 4th Dan (Kodokan & Budokai).

The flip book has photo images on both sides of the pages, so you can see two sets of judo moves.

It is in very good condition with just some rubbing to...  read more

Code: 51255

Scarce Vintage Martial Arts Judo Flip-Book – O GURUMA - by Yoshimi Osawa 7th Dan c1960

Here on offer is a scarce vintage martial arts Judo Flip-Book – O GURUMA - Hiza Guruma-O Guruma by Yoshimi Osawa 7th Dan.

Edited and produced by George Whyman - 4th Dan (Kodokan & Budokai)

The flip book has photo images on both sides of the pages, so you can see two sets of judo moves.

It is in very good condition with just some rubbing to front and...  read more

Code: 51249

WW2 - 4” Naval Shell - Bottle Holder -“Coal Scuttle” Presented to the Cardigan Arms Pub - Moulton 1944

Hear on offer is an unusual WW2 “trench art” presentation bottle holder, that looks like a “coal scuttle”, made from 4” Naval artillery shells.

The coal shuttle has been really well made and includes a swivel handle. The whole piece has then been chrome plated and has the following dedication inscribed on the front:

4” NAVAL SHELL
PRESENTED
TO
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Code: 51235

INERT WW1 British VSM 37mm 1 Pounder “Pom Pom” Shell

Hear on offer is a great example of an inert WW1 British VSM 37mm 1 pounder “Pom Pom” shell.

The shell is stamped VSM (Vickers, Sons & Maxim) on the projectile section. There is also the letter “B” stamped on the top brass screw in plug.

This type of shell was used on the British "Pom Pom" or 37mm cannon during WW1. The name reflects the distinctive sound it made w...  read more

Code: 51254

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

Code: 50424

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

Code: 51252

Extra Photos of WW1 British Officers Presentation Sword Stick

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Code: 51251

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

Code: 51246

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

Code: 51248

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.
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Code: 51245