99th (1989) Year of the Royal Tournament Medal in Gilt Bronze

Here on offer is a fine example of a 99th year (1989) - Royal Tournament medal in gilt bronze. There is just now an age patina to the gilt finish on the front.

The front depicts the image of all three of the UK armed services, logos, the RAF, Royal Navy and Army.

On the reverse it has the image of the Hippocamp, that was the adopted by the Royal Tournament as their...  read more

Code: 51006

23rd Battalion - The London Regiment – Boxing Bronze Medal to Private R. Collins 1930

Here on offer is a bronze medal that was awarded to Private R. Collins of the 23rd Battalion, The London Regiment, in 1930.

The medal with its suspension ring, is in excellent condition and now has a fine patina finish to the bronze.

The front depicts a cap badge image for the 23rd Battalion, The London Regiment and the motto:

LOYALTY UNITES US
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Code: 51005

Fantasy National Socialist (Nazi) Double Bladed Penknife with SS Markings

Here on offer is a FANTASY and I must emphasise fantasy, National Socialist (Nazi) penknife.

This example is actually well made probably back in the 1970’s.

The brass grip plates depict on one side, the image of Adolf Hitler in uniform and the words:

ADOLF
HITLER

and the other side it has the SS runes, or double lightning bol...  read more

Code: 51036

Early Luftwaffe Officers Sword with Crescent Hanger by E & F Horster and Unit Markings

Here on offer is a very early unit marked Luftwaffe Officers sword by E & F Horster, complete with its original crescent hanger.

What is special about this example are the various unit markings on the sword and scabbard that allows it to be dated to the early days of the Luftwaffe.

The blade and scabbard are stamped with the number “14”.

I think this...  read more

Code: 51032

Extra Photos of Luftwaffe Sword 51032

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Code: 51031

Large Vintage Colour Decal on Board - Service Logo for the Cornwall Fire Brigade

Here on offer is a large vintage colour decal for the Cornwall Fire Brigade that has been set onto a wooden board, making a great display piece.

I am not sure exactly when this dates from, but possibly the 1970’s back when they were called a “brigade”.

They are now known as “Cornwall Fire & Rescue”

The painted board now shows some signs of staining...  read more

Code: 51030

Antique Indonesian Golok Machete with Wooden Grip and Scabbard

Here on offer is what I believe to be an antique Indonesian Golok machete with a carved wooden handle and scabbard.

A Golok is a cutting tool, similar to a machete, that comes in many variations and is found throughout the Malay Archipelago.

Given the carved decoration on the scabbard, I believe this is the type that would have been worn for self-protection.
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Code: 51029

10” X 8” B&W Photo of H.M.S Porcupine at Spithead Review 1897 with the King of Portugal Aboard

Here on offer is fine quality 10” x 8” black and white vintage reproduction photo of H.M.S Porcupine under steam at the Spithead Review in 1897, with the King of Portugal aboard.

H.M.S. Porcupine was one of three 27-knot destroyers ordered from Palmer as part of the 1893-94 programme. She carried the standard destroyer armament of one 12-pounder, five six-pounders and two 18in to...  read more

Code: 51025

Unusual “Bursa Etem” Stamped Hunting Knife with Deer Antler Grip

Here on offer is an unusual and possibly antique, hunting or boot knife that was hand made by the famous blacksmiths of Bursa in Turkey.

The single edged curved blade is stamped:

BURSA ETEM

This implies it was made by one of the master blacksmiths in Bursa.

The brass finger guard is interesting as it resembles a miniature version of a...  read more

Code: 51024

Vintage British Royal Navy Deck Knife with Leather Sheath by J. Nowill & Sons dated 1980

Here on offer is a Vintage British Royal Navy Deck Knife with Leather Sheath dated 1980

This knife has seen service and shows some dark pitting to the blade surfaces.

The blade is now faintly etched with the maker’s mark and name:

D * X
J. NOWILL & SONS
SHEFFIELD ENGLAND

It also has the broad arrow (crow’s foot) mark, yea...  read more

Code: 51023