Private Purchase Variant of a WW2 British (S.O.E.) Special Operations Executive Lock Knife by William Rodgers Sheffield

Here on offer is what appears to be an unusual variant of a WW2 British (S.O.E.) Special Operations Executive lock knife, made by William Rodgers of Sheffield, England.

I believe this knife is possibly a “private purchase” version of the WW2 S.O.E. as shown on pages 46-47 in 'British and Commonwealth Military Knives' book by Ron Flook.

The only difference is this k...  read more

Code: 51353

Scarce Antique Revolver Shaped Glass Bottle c1910

Here on offer is a scarce example of an empty antique revolver shaped clear glass bottle, circa 1910.

This early type has some fine detailing and would have originally contained a drinking spirit, possibly whiskey with a cork stopper.

There are no maker’s or distributer marks on this example.

It is in excellent undamaged condition just some tiny ai...  read more

Code: 51364

Large Framed WW1 Embroidery Panels Depicting the Duke of Wellington's Regiment (West Riding) and The Royal Tank Regiment

Here on offer are two original framed WW1 embroidery panels, depicting the insignia of Duke of Wellington's Regiment (West Riding) and the Royal Tank Regiment.

I was told that a proud mother embroidered these fine panels, to honour her two sons who served in these regiments during WW1.

The panels are in excellent condition and have been kept “fresh and bright” beh...  read more

Code: 51365

Interesting WW1 German POW - Antique Black Forest Walnut shaped Inkwell – marked PEDRAS SALGADAS 1916

Here on offer is an interesting and beautifully carved walnut shaped Black Forest wooden inkwell, that I was told relates to a German prisoner of war detained in Portugal during WW1.

The story goes that when Portugal went from being a neutral country to entering WW1 on the side of the allies in 1916, they interned 36 German and Austro-Hungarian ships in Lisbon.

The...  read more

Code: 51363

Unique WW2 British Dispatch Rider or Paratroopers Helmet made into a “Pull-A-Long” Toy Tortoise

Here on offer is what appears to be a WW2 British Dispatch Rider or Paratroopers Helmet that has made into a wonderful “Pull A Long” Toy Tortoise.

I am no expert when it comes to WW2 helmets, but I am pretty sure it isn’t a Paratroopers Helmet, as I believe these where constructed of steel and this one is made from fibre.

The old gent I bought it from along with ...  read more

Code: 50091

Cold War Period Romanian Army Officers Dress Dagger - Serial No.39768

Here on offer is an excellent example of a Socialist Romanian Army Officers Dress Dagger that has a
serial number, “39768” circa 1970.

All the metal fittings are made from gilt brass that is still in place and now has a nice aged patina to the finish.

It has a domed gilt brass pommel and the ferrule has a release button on the reverse.

The...  read more

Code: 51043

WW1 Eastern Front German Boot or Trench Knife with Deer Antler Grip – Blade Etched “RUSSLAND 1915”

Here on offer is what appears to be a WW1 Eastern Front German boot or trench knife with a deer antler grip.

The single edged blade is faintly etched on one side with the words:

RUSSLAND 1915

Translates from German to English as “Russia 1915”.

This implies it was used during the German successful advances into Russia during this early ...  read more

Code: 51026

Ornately Engraved Sterling Silver “1899 Dollar” Money Clip by Native American Designer Morgan Smith

Here on offer is an ornately engraved American sterling silver “1899 dollar” money clip by the famed native American designer, Morgan Smith, Nevada.

The folded sliver flap that attaches to the coins frame has been beautifully hand engraved with an antique style swirling pattern. Inside the flap you can just see the makers details:

Smith’s
Incline, Nev (with ...  read more

Code: 51064

British Regimental Marked “The Grenadier Guards” WW1 SMLE 1907 Pattern Sanderson Bayonet with Scabbard 1918

Here on offer is an excellent genuine British WW1 SMLE 1907 Pattern Sanderson Bayonet with scabbard, that is regimental marked for “The Grenadier Guards”.

The bayonet has bright finish to all the steel hilt fittings. There is just some very light surface pitting and dulling of the metal in small areas.

The release button in the pommel still works perfectly and it s...  read more

Code: 51100

Rare Original WW2 Polish Pilot’s Sweetheart Bracelet with Miniature “Gapa” Badge

Here on offer is a very rare and unusual original WW2 Polish pilot’s sweetheart bracelet.

The bracelet seems to be made from a low-grade silver or possibly nickel silver?

It has a central hand chiselled rectangular plaque fitted with a raised section in gold, topped with a finely detailed miniature silver Polish pilot’s “Gapa” badge, set against a green and silve...  read more

Code: 51102