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

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 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

WW2 Italian POW made Aluminium Trench Art Cigarette Case Depicting a Horse and Dog

Here on offer is a fine example of a WW2 Italian POW made aluminium trench art cigarette case.

I have been told that these cigarette cases were made by Italian POW's captured by the British Forces in North Africa in WW2. Apparently, these were traded for food and cigarettes by the Italian POWs.

The cases were made using the aluminium frames of downed aircraft from...  read more

Code: 51876