Unique Framed Litho Print of a RAF Hawk T.1A ‘XX205’ from 92 Squadron, RAF Chivenor, Signed by Members of the Squadron c1992

Here on offer is a unique framed litho print of a RAF B.A.E. Hawk T.1A ‘XX205’ from 92 Squadron signed by members of the squadron, circa 1992.

Probably as part of a training course that used that aircraft, various pilots from the Squadron have signed the print, in ink and pencil. Some of the comments have faded over time and a couple below the aircraft can’t be read anymore.
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Code: 50948

Rare WW2 “Bundles for Britain” Lion & Union Jack Brooch by Walter Lampl USA

Here on offer is a rare opportunity to obtain a WW2 “Bundles for Britain” Lion & Union Jack brooch by Walter Lampl, USA.

The gilt metal brooch is in excellent condition and has a prancing lion at the top with a cube charm suspended by a ring below.

It was designed in the 1940’s by American designer Walter Lampl and is stamped “WL” on one side if the cube.
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Code: 50947

Rare Polish to English Textbook for The Free Polish Soldiers - Published In Scotland in 1942

Here on offer is a rare polish to English textbook for the FREE POLISH SOLDIERS, published in Scotland in 1942.

This rare textbook surfaced with a hand made Polish pilots dagger I bought many years ago.

It is clearly in ‘used’ condition, with Polish writing and names on the front and back covers. One may have been a famous Polish fighter ace?

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Code: 50144

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – February 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 2, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for February 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50021

WW1 ‘Welcome Home’ Hand Made Crochet Knitted Tea Cosy – Woman’s Own Magazine Pattern c1916

Here on offer is a wonderful WW1 period crochet knitted “WELCOME HOME” Navy related Tea Cosy.
I believe these patriotic pieces where actually hand made from patterns that where published in the “Woman’s Own” Magazine around 1916.

The front and back have the same design, with
the slogan “UNITED” at the top and "WELCOME HOME" at the bottom and above it is a Navy Batt...  read more

Code: 50112

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – April 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 4, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for April 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50023

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – March 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 3, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for March 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50022

Original Third Reich Issue of the SS educational Booklet - SS – LEITHEFT – January 1944

Many years ago I acquired a set of five original Third Reich issues of the SS educational periodical booklet:

SS – LEITHEFT

On offer here is issue - 10. JAHRGANG . HEFT 1, 1944

This translates to a 10th year issue for January 1944.

They are also known as the “SS Leadership Magazine” and where published from 1934 to 1945.

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Code: 50020

Post WW2 Japanese Naval Landing Craft Binnacle Compass by Maizuru Meter Manufacturing Company

Here on offer is a rare post WWII Japanese Naval Landing Craft Binnacle Compass, circa 1948.

I have been told these compasses where used by the Japanese during WW2 primarily for their Naval landing craft but as they are portable, where used on a range of military Navel craft.

It appears from the later Japanese to English translation, that this fine example was actu...  read more

Code: 50189

Early WW2 German Small Solid Bronze Desk Plaque of Adolf Hitler

Here on offer is a finely detailed small solid bronze plaque that shows the profile image of Adolf Hitler.

The detailed image has been finely cast from bronze but I cant see any maker’s or casting marks on the plaque.

The reverse has a single pivot arm that once pull out, allows the plaque to be displayed on a desk or table top.

I have been told that...  read more

Code: 50035