122nd AERO SQUADRON AEF BRODIE HELMET. A standard 2nd pattern British Brodie helmet in excellent condition with all its original liner and strap and paint finish. Evidently this is one of the huge batch of helmets issued to the American Expeditionary Force. Hand inscribed to the leather strap '122nd Aero Squadron AEF. France'.

129TH PRUSSIAN INFANTRY OFFICERS PARADE TUNIC. An excellent example of the M.1915 Friedensrock, which was designed in 1915 for future use after WWI as a parade tunic. This pocketless tunic is in excellent order. Stitch-in shoulder boards in heavy black and silver wire with white underlay, with gilt rank pips to the rank of Oberleutnant in Regiment 129. Gold domed buttons. Totally moth free. Red piped rear skirt. Red solid Brandenburg style cuffs with matching red collar. Two medal loops to the upper left breast.

1908 PATTERN CAVALRY OTHER RANKS SWORD. An excellent example of the pattern 1908 cavalry troopers sword. This was a purely functional weapon and was one of the last purely fighting swords ever issued by the British Army. These saw extensive service during WWI and were used in combat in the early months in Europe and throughout the war in Palestine and Mesopotamia. This particular sword has some of its original olive green paint still remaining throughout. The bowl retains a good percentage to the interior and a good percentage to the exterior with some wear and rust bleeding. The scabbard is in overall good condition with some pitting towards the tip and a little wear to the tip, which has penetrated the steel, this does not affect the overall appearance of the sword. The blade is clean and bright with some minor staining however no deep pitting whatsoever. The markings include the date ‘3.15’ Enfield Armoury inspection marks, the large ‘X’ mark to show that the sword has had the bend test carried out and passed. To the back strap the designation ‘EO8’. The tip of the blade is good and sharp. The leather washer to the top of the scabbard mounting throat is present. The composite grip is complete and shows normal service wear.

1908 PATTERN LARGE PACK Large pack for the 1908 web equipment. Has seen some wear. Faint traces of issue numbers to the interior of back. Two small holes to flap. Traces of date '1915' with other issue stamps. All buckles and straps complete.

1913 DATED SAM BROWNE BELT AND HOLSTER. A good Sam Brown rig comprising waist belt, holster, cross belt, sword frog, marked 'Hobson & Son 1913' to waist belt only. Stitching to reverse side of holster loops slightly loose. Shoulder strap has been shortened.

1914 PATTERN LARGE PACK. This is the 2nd type with all web fixtures for attachment to the all leather 1914 equipment. Eyelets to tabs. Claw buckles for carrying straps. Slightly service soiled. Faint manufacturers markings. No clear date.

1914 PATTERN OPEN TOP HOLSTER. A scarce open top holster issued to pistol armed troops such as signallers, machine gunners, tank crews and pipers. This scarce emergency pattern equipment of 1914 only served during the Great War. It was a stop gap equipment and was developed to equip the huge amount of volunteers and conscripts during the Great War. To the rear of the pouch are the two belt straps and the 1 inch clawed buckle above to accept the shoulder brace. Of all the WWI equipment the 1914 pattern is the rarest. The rear is clearly stamped ‘J.W & S Limited 1917’. The holster is in excellent condition with a deep patination and typical of high quality British leatherwork. The brass is in good condition and has a nice dark tone. The closure strap is supple and complete.

1915 DATED ENFIELD FROG. A mint unissued Union of South Africa marked brown leather frog for the Pattern 1888 Enfield bayonet, marked to reverse with broad arrow within letter 'U'. Maker marked 'H.G.R.L15'.

1915 DATED LEATHER BANDOLIER. An excellent condition faintly dated H & R.15 1903 pattern brown grained leather 50 round ammunition bandolier.

1915 PATTERN COLONIAL ARTILLERY ADRIAN HELMET. A classic example of the 1915 pattern Adrian helmet, the size is extremely large. The helmet has received a second hand applied coating of mustard green paint, this green paint was applied for units of the Colonial troops engaged in combat on the western front. To the front of the helmet is the crossed cannons and flaming grenade badge surmounted by ‘RF’ initials. The badge is attached tightly to the shell. The paint remains good with some rust spotting and a few minor areas of chipping, interestingly the helmet has a high quality heavyweight officers type plaited chinstrap to the front. The lining is of the early one-piece black leather construction. The interior of the crown still remains in its horizon blue colour. The leather is supple and good, one or two eyelets have been lost from the fingers. The aluminium spacers appear still in place. A nice example of a scarce combat officers helmet.

1917 PATTERN SOHLBERG HELMET. These helmets were made in Finland, at that time Finland was part of the Russian Empire. Due to the breakdown of the Russian Empire many of these helmets were never delivered, although a significant number were. This helmet is in the original WWI configuration, as it would have left the factory. Many of these helmets can be found with post WWI Finnish Civil Defence liners, this example remains in its original state. To the exterior the Russian type pea green paint is present with some rust bleed and some areas of scratching and chipping to the top, there is approximately 80% still remaining. The liner is the typical Russian stocking type liner made of a very simple canvas design with a pull cord to the centre. Some of the aluminium spacers remain intact. The scarce chin strap still remains intact and is very close to the Adrian model, however the buckle is somewhat thicker. These helmets are extremely scarce and were worn by both Russian and Finnish troops during the final phases of 1917 and 1918. The overall condition is excellent, a little dirty and stored but there appears to be no grease or wax application to the paintwork.

1918 DATED 1903 BANDOLIER. A clearly dated and maker marked '1918' 5 compartment 50 round 1903 pattern brown grained leather extra ammunition bandolier, complete with all its fittings. Good brown colour. Slightly dusty.

1918 DATED GERMAN WATER BOTTLE. A good German water bottle for an enlisted man, covered in field grey ribbed cloth, which does have some light rust staining, but no other damage. Clearly marked on the reverse side with the maker’s mark and date ‘1918’. The bottle has its grey enamel top, its cork stopper, which is attached to its leather and metal clipped cradle, the cradle is good, at the very base of the bottle the cradle would normally slip over a rivet fitted to the bottle, unfortunately the rivet is missing.

1918 DATED KUKRI IN A WWII SCABBARD. Any Kukri from WWI is rare. This example with an excellent blade, some minor pitting. Profusely stamped with broad arrow markings and clear date 1918. One chip to the very tip of the wooden pommel. Complete in what appears to be double dated scabbard, the first date being 'CDG 1940' with the '0' being very small, with below, 'C, WD mark, '642' the initials 'AD' are inscribed to the leather. It is in excellent condition with its brass point and is complete with its '1943' dated frog.

1919 DATED GURKHA'S KUKRI WITH MATCHING DATED SCABBARD. A rare 1919 dated Gurkha's kukri. Some corrosion to blade which have been polished out. Profusely stamped 'DHW' broad arrow marked with the letter 'I' below with each side of the broad arrow the letters 'IG'. Roman numeral 'II' over date '1919' with the number '24' below. Wood grip excellent with slight staining to wood in its very good condition all leather over wood scabbard which has its original brass bottom chape present. Broad arrow marked and matching dated '1919'.

1919 DATED GURKHA'S KUKRI. WITH MATCHING SCABBARD. Excellent condition 1919 dated kukri, blade near mint, profusely stamped 'DHW' followed by a broad arrow with the letter 'I' underneath, with the further letters 'IG' either side of the broad arrow. Roman numeral 'II' over '1919' over the number '25'. Wood grips have slight indentations with one chip out of the reverse side of the grip. In its matching 1919 dated leather over wood scabbard, which has its brass bottom chape complete, the leather has suffered some scuffing and slight rot but is firm.

1926/1933 AGRICULTURAL ASSOCIATION FLAG, POLE, POLE TOP AND STREAMERS. A 4½' x 3½' rectangular shaped Agricultural Association standard. The reverse side is the Imperial German War flag with its Iron Cross within a red, white and black quarter. Central black Eagle Order of the Imperial period with white and black central area. The flag is surrounded in gold fringing on three sides. There is some moth damage to the two sections of the flag farthest away from the Iron Cross. The face side is in basic green flag cloth, embroidered in a mixture of cotton and heavy gold wire with the central logo of three wheat sheaves being in the heavy wire embroidery with the remainder being in yellow cotton. The flag is dated 1926, it does have some moth damage, which is visible in the email images. It is attached to its two part original pole. It has its original Agricultural Association spear point style pole top, its red, white and black woollen streamers, red, white and black silk streamer, which commemorates the 25th and 50th anniversary of the formation of the organisation in 1933. The two red, white and black lower tassels for the streamers are missing but attached also is its original gold streamers, of which the two lower tassels are complete. Attached to the lower section of the pole is the original flag makers plate.

1933 SAXON INFANTRY REGIMENT STEIN. A pottery half litre stein celebrating Christmas 1932, for a member of the 16th Company, the 11th Saxon Infantry Regiment. To the front of the stein images of rifles, machine guns and an outline of a steel helmet in the Saxon colours of green and white. To the lid in raised relief is a circular wreath with the centre being a raised German helmet with a tri-coloured decal to the side. Maker marked to base.

1ST BAVARIAN FOOT ARTILLERY OFFICERS TUNIC. In generally good condition, all field grey Model 07/10 waffenrock, fitted with M.15 officers shoulder boards. Field grey cloth. Red piped front to the tunic and red piped rear skirt. Black piped collar with black piped Brandenburg cuffs. All matching brass Bavarian buttons of solid back officer type. It would appear that the collar has been replaced obviously through wear. It does have some wear to the nap of the cloth to the inside of the right hand sleeve and to the cuff bases. Slight moth tracking to the lower right hand front skirt area of the tunic. The lower half of the interior light pink cotton lining has been restored. The shoulder boards are of the slip-on variety, blue and white Bavarian fleck on subdued grey with white underlay with a subdued gilt number '1' below the Bavarian button indicating a Leutnant in the 1st Bavarian Foot Artillery.

34TH DIVISION OFFICERS SHOULDER RANK TUNIC. An interesting combat worn example of the officers four pocket tunic as worn during WWI. From approximately 1915 until the end of the First World War officers began to wear rank on their shoulder straps, the large cuff rank insignia proved far too visible and caused a huge amount of officer casualties, enemy snipers found them an easy and important target. This tunic started out life as a cuff rank tunic, this is evident when you look at the mitred cuffs, which are now in place, the stitching is lighter and in a different colour to the rest of the stitching overall. The epaulettes have the brass crown for Major mounted on them. To each collar are the badges of the Cheshire Regiment and below this a small T badge for Territorial. To each upper arm are the chequerboard insignias of the 34th Division. To the lower left cuff is the single brass wound stripe. To the lower left cuff there are three inverted blue overseas stripes. All buttons are the leather football type, again officers chose these as they did not shine like the brass regulation button. This is clearly a working tunic, there has been considerable wear to the rear of the collar which has had contemporary repairs. The lining is good with some light shredding in places. The overall colour is a good light gingery colour. There are a few service snags. The brass belt hooks at some point have been removed to one side but they do remain to the left hand side. The 2¼ inch reinforcing seamed area to the waist is present making this a classic WWI cut of tunic. The 34th Division was one of the new army divisions, they landed in France in January 1916 and remained on the Western Front throughout the duration of the war. They were originally made up from Pals Battalions. The first 14th Battalion of the Cheshire Regiment as well as the first 7th Battalion Cheshire Regiment both served from July 1918 in the 122nd Brigade of the 34th Division, this division went on to carry out occupation duties in Germany immediately after the armistice.

39556 A rare pair of Prussian slip-on shoulder straps. Bright silvered braid with inter-twined black for the State of Prussia, with regimental number '74' attached, this is the 1st Hanoverian. The helmet is worn with the Waterloo scroll.

5TH BAVARIAN PIONEER BATTALION OFFICERS TUNIC. A scarce Model 1910 officers tunic of the 5th Bavarian Pioneers. Field grey standard M.1910 configuration. Black piped stand collar with black piped cuffs. Red piped front of tunic with red piped rear skirt. Good nap to cloth. Some moth damage to the very lower front panel of tunic, which is hidden when the tunic is closed. Some other moth damage, lower front skirt and minor nips to the sleeves and the armpits. All white metal Bavarian buttons. Black velvet based stitch-in shoulder boards with red underlay with the exterior being in the silver and blue fleck of Bavaria. Grey silk lining generally in good condition. Gilt unit numbered 5's attached to each shoulder board.

7TH PRUSSIAN UHLANS M.1915 FRIEDENSROCK ULANKA. Specifically designed in 1915 to be the parade tunic after the end of WWI, all in field grey heavy duty enlisted mans cloth. The tunic has been unit issued. To the interior lining are the size stampings 'Army Group B.A.VIII' followed by the regimental stamp of 'UR7'. Full red cuffs and collar with NCO's lace around the collar. Skill at Arms tress to the upper right hand sleeve. All white metal domed buttons. White metal Prussian disc to the collar. Red epaulettes with chain stitch number '7' in yellow to centre with yellow piping. Red piped to front of the tunic and the rear skirt, also down each sleeve. NCO's silk lace to the cuffs. Minor moth nips close to the lower button hole. One small patch to the rear right sleeve with minor moth nips to the lower rear skirt, otherwise excellent condition, no stains. To the interior lining are the two hidden pockets in the rear skirt, bandage pocket and another hidden buttoned pocket on the inside of the front skirt. The insignia is to the rank of Wachtmeister. This tunic will be photographed in our forthcoming work 'Field Grey Uniforms of the Imperial German Army'.

92nd BRUNSWICK 1st AND 2nd BATTALION INFANTRY RESERVE PICKELHAUBE. An ultra rare all leather enlisted mans pickelhaube worn by a member of the Reserve Regiment of Infantry Regiment 92, 1st and 2nd Battalion. Skull excellent. All fittings matching. Front plate being the Reserve plate without any scrolls, having the nickel overlay of the running horse of Hannover, with the correct Reserve cross below with the scroll 'Fur Und Fatherland'. The helmet has its original chin strap, its correct national cockade, unfortunately the gold, blue and gold Brunswick cockade is missing. Liner excellent. The reverse peak is profusely stamped with various numbers and one previous Regiment. Its first issue was to 3rd Battalion Hannover Regiment No.74, after service in that Regiment it was issued to a member of the Reserve Battalion, the stamping reads '92R 4B 1895'. On first inspection the letter '9' of 92 looks to be 82, but on close inspection it can be seen that when the number was stamped ink has over-run and it would appear to be a number '8' inspecting the form of the number it is in fact a '9'. There are various other numbers, which are unidentifiable across both sides of the rear inner peak. On removing the plate the fixing posts are with their original solder and have not been moved. The fixing holes through the leather are both in the correct place, one is slightly elongated. The history of this helmet we believe it was first issued to a member of the full time regular line Regiment 74, also in Hannover, then re-issued to a member of the Reserve of Brunswick Infantry Regiment by placing the Reserve plate to the face of the helmet, thus one of the holes having to be elongated. The makers name of the helmet is stamped to the interior of the front trim, there are also faint traces of an original wearer's name hand applied to the interior front peak. This style of front plate was worn up until 1912. A very rare helmet.

A CHINA MUG KNOWN AS THE PEACE CUP. This cup commemorates the end of WWI and the signing of the Versailles Treaty. To the front side the word 'PEACE' surrounding the globe with the flags of all the allied combatant nations. To the reverse side the British Admiral Sir David Beattie's historic signal 'The German Flag is to be hauled down at sunset today and is not to be hoisted again without permission. November 21st 1918'. Slight crazing to china. No damage. Good colour.

A PAIR OF TRENCH ART TWO POUNDER SHELL CASES. An interesting pair of two pounder shell cases, the two pounder was the naval weapon used during WWI as a quick firing anti aircraft and anti tank weapon. The lightweight weapon could fire in salvos or in single shot, both cases are First War dated, both appear to be 1916. They have the naval broad arrow marking to the base. Each of the cases has had the neck flared out and have the words ‘Kemmel and Ypres’ written. It is unusual to see trench art using these rare small calibre shell cases. The overall condition is excellent, the cases have received much polishing over the years, they do remain good and clear.

AFGHAN M.16 STEEL HELMET. An interesting model of helmet that has come to light in recent times is the helmet worn by the Afghan Army. It is believed these helmets were exported to Afghanistan from Czechoslovakia in the 20’s and 30’s. the Germans and Austrians were restricted and could not sell military hardware, however huge amounts of German and Austrian equipment remained in Czechoslovakia. The helmet itself is the Austrian fabricated M.16 helmet that has been relined and painted in Afghanistan. Most of these helmets on the market today are in bad condition and show poor storage, however this example is the best we have seen.

ARMY SERVICE CORPS OFFICERS COMBAT WEIGHT TUNIC. A nice combat weight four pocket tunic as worn by an officer of the Army Service Corps during WWI. The tunic itself has been converted from a cuff rank tunic, this was very common from the mid to late war period as the high attrition rate of officers often due to their distinctive rank lacing and stars to be found to the cuffs presented an excellent target for enemy snipers, the tunic shows evidence that the cuffs have been converted, the stitching to the mitre of the cuff is completely different to other areas of stitching by machine found on the tunic. To the epaulettes is mounted the khaki worsted crown for Major. Deep bronze patinated Army Service Corps buttons. To the collars are a pair of Army Service Corps two-piece layered high quality collar insignias. To each upper arm are red ‘T’s, these are made from red tapes that have been laid onto the tunic and sewn in the form of a ‘T’. To the lower cuffs are two blue overseas stripes. The significance of the battle insignia is unclear, we do know Army Service Corps transport column wore ‘T’s to the upper arms but we have not worked out the colour combination. The tunic is manufactured in heavy wool, very similar to other ranks tunics. These types of tunic were a working tunic, the officer probably served as a mounted officer and would accompany the transport to and back from the front line. The Army Service Corps could be found in every theatre of operations during the Great War. To the interior of the tunic is a label reading ‘V.S.Grey’, a Photostat can be found with the tunic, which lists a V.S.Grey promoted 15th May 1918. The overall condition is excellent, there appears to be no major moth damage, one nip to the rear of the tunic, the nap of the cloth seems good.

ATTRIBUTED RFC OFFICERS OVERSEAS CAP. A beautiful example of the overseas cap or as is known by the British, side cap, worn specifically by members of the Royal Flying Corps. Unique to that Corps alone and designed so they could easily be stowed in the pocket of flying equipment while other flying headdress was worn, the overseas cap was a unique feature of the RFC during WWI. This particular cap shows typical traits of overseas manufacture, almost certainly made in the Far East, the quality although good does not show the characteristics of a European made cap. The material is the standard lightweight officers ribbed material, the lining is of brown silk without a headband and has never had one fitted. To the front are two small leather buttons. The crude buttonholing again leads to Middle Eastern manufacture. There is a nice deeply patinated bronze badge to the side. Accompanying this cap is a large piece of parchment paper that reads ‘MY BROTHER’S SERVICE CAP LIEUTENANT PERCY ERNEST FRANCIS WEST, 30TH SQUADRON ROYAL FLYING CORPS’ and gives other information about De Havillands in Mesopotamia 1916 to 1917. The script is in beautiful old tinplate type writing and has clearly remained with the cap for many years. Battle Honours 430 Squadron are Egypt 1915, Mesopotamia 15 to 18 and Iraq 1919 to 1920. The Squadron was officially formed in Ismailia in Egypt on the 24th March 1915. They served extensively in Mesopotamia and including patrolling the oil pipeline at Basra. Interestingly this Squadron in April 1916 carried out the world’s first air supply operation dropping food and ammunition to the besieged British forces attempting to defend Kut El Amara against Turkish forces. They dropped over 13 tons of supplies during the two week operation. Each Squadron was reduced to cadre strength in April 1919. The overall condition of the cap is excellent, there is no moth, with normal service wear to the lining. An interesting project to research.

AUSTRALIAN ENTRENCHING TOOL HEAD COVER. A single all leather entrenching tool cover, Australian issue. Maker marked and dated 1916 with original owners initial hand inscribed to three places of holder. Government broad arrow mark showing sold out of service. All rivets good and strong. Stitching good.

AUSTRALIAN P.15 WATER BOTTLE SET. An extremely rare set of equipment being the water bottle cradle unit for the 08 water bottle. The Australian P.15 leather equipment commenced production in 1915 to try to equip the hugely expanding Australian Army. The equipment set is very close to the British webbing equipment, however Australia had no advanced textile industry but had a very good leather industry at the time. The thick hide characteristic of all parts of this equipment is actually kangaroo hide. The colours can vary from green to a light orange tan. There are various stampings including ‘Australia’ and broad arrows. There is also the ‘WT’ stamp, this stood for Western Territories. Items issued within various regions and military depots used the area initials. The equipment saw extensive use in Egypt and in Europe, many photos of the battle of Poziers in France show Australian troops equipped with this set. The leather is excellent and supple with little or no discoloration, there is one minor snag to one of the rear straps, however the item remains very stable and strong. There is normal brass verdigree. The unit comes with an interesting blue enamelled water bottle with a black woollen covering.

AUSTRIAN CAVALRY SWORD. An excellent condition Ausrtian officers sword . Excellent condition piped back grade. Clearly marked Weyesburg of Solingen. The blade has been sharpened, excellent condition with minor chipping to the blade's edge. Some old cleaned corrosion at the tip. All fitted into it's unique all steel fretted hilt, Ray skin to the grip is good with all grip intact. All complete with it's original steel scabbard which has two indentations to the base area. To the throat are the regimental markings of fourth company second dragoon regiment. Unusually the letter D has been officially crossed out. The issue numbers on the reverse side of the throat, although clear have been crossed. The upper of the two hanging rings has been officially removed.

AUSTRIAN DRAGOON HELMET STRAPS. An invaluable pair of chin scales with the lion's head rosettes for an Austrian 1905 pattern officers Dragoon helmet.

AUSTRIAN ENLISTED MANS CIGARETTE CASE. A very nice all nickel plated cigarette case with an overlay badge reading 'WEIHNACHTEN IM FELD 1916'. (Christmas in the field). This appears to be an official issue item as it is stamped in the left hand side 'KUK' (this is the designation of the Austrian Army) with below 'KRIEGS-UHBORGEANT WIEN' (Vienna).

AUSTRIAN FIBRE BOARD AMMUNITION POUCH. A scarce single ammunition pouch made of a composition material, similar to cardboard, where only the closing flap and the belt loop and hinge are constructed of leather. Some scuffing to fibre material but generally good and strong with all leather complete. An excellent example is shown on page 431 of The Emperor's Coat, Uniforms and Equipment of the Austro/Hungarian Army from 1914-18.

AUSTRIAN KARL TRUPPEN CROSS. The 1916 Austrian Karl Truppen Cross in grey metal with its Austrian style wrap, red and white ribbon.

AUSTRIAN LEATHER FROG. A very long 13 inch leather frog with belt suspension loop, for the M15 sword for mounted troops

AUSTRIAN MADE GERMAN STYLE ARMOURED HELMET FRONT PLATE. A very rare accessory for the Austrian WWI helmet being the armoured front plate. Some corrosion to the interior of the plate, the exterior is generally smooth with faint traces of its Austrian brown paint remaining. Attached to one of the strap points is the remains of the Austrian attachment strap in light tan canvas. On close inspection of the form of this front plate, the differences between this and the German produced front plate can clearly be seen. The size of this front plate is designed for a size 66 shell upwards.

AUSTRIAN WWI ARMY CHAPLAIN'S ITEMS. A very unusual Austrian Army issued Chaplain's Cross used on a table for services in the field. Measuring 10 inches in height, the base is marked with the Austrian Army acceptance stamp. We believe the base to be in silver. It is a Catholic cross. Two compartments on either side of the cross opens for the holding of wafers. The base is also removable and is compartmentalised to the interior. Accompanying the cross is a small square section of base cloth covered with gold litzen with a cross to the centre, plus an accompanying photograph dated 1915 of a group of German officers talking to a priest.

AUSTRIAN WWI ENTRENCHING TOOL AND CARRIER. A scarce complete Austrian WWI entrenching tool and leather carrier. The leather carrier generally in good condition with slight splitting to the lower left hand section, with the closing strap across the back of the haft frail, otherwise all complete, with its correct shovel, which is maker marked. The dome at the top of the wood haft has been slight shaven.

AUSTRIAN WWI PROPELLER. A restored Austrian WWI propeller being 8’ in length, when discovered this propeller was virtually in parts, it has been re-assembled, it was full of woodworm which has been cured, all the woodworm holes are still visible. The faint traces of the Austrian double headed eagle manufacturers decals are remaining to both ends of the propeller. Both tips are damaged, the central boss is profusely marked, around the base of the boss some small sections of wood have been inserted. A rare item of WWI Austrian aviation.

AUSTRIAN WWI TRENCH CLUB. A good hand made trench club with the head being the base of an Austrian rifle grenade. Much woodworm damage to wood haft, which has been killed. 18 inches long. Do not mistake this trench made piece with the proliferation of copies of Austrian trench clubs. Recently acquired on our buying trip in southern Germany and Austria.

AUSTRIAN WWI TRENCH HELMET. The exterior of the helmet retains virtually all of its original Austrian brown paint which has suffered from corrosion and lost their paint, which can be viewed on the images. Of the interior liner, the liner band remains with the relic remains of one pad with its inner horse hair. The chin strap is all complete but extremely frail and care needs to the taken in the handling of this helmet. Excellent Austrian stampings with clear date 1915 to the lower left hand inner skirt of the helmet.

AUSTRIAN WWI TRENCH HELMET. A very good example of a correct Austrian WWI trench helmet. The helmets shell is stamped 'AW64.' The exterior has at least 80% of it's original Austrian brown paint finish remaining, as can be seen by our web images. Some areas of corrosion. The interior liner has all of it's three liner pads attached to it's inner steel band. One is complete with both it's tongues but minus it's inner cushion. Another has the tip gone of one tongue with the second tongue to that pad completely missing. The third inner pad has one tongue complete and the second tongue half complete, again with the inner cushion missing. Austrian chin strap complete with rust around the metal eyelet holes.

AUSTRIAN/GERMAN? WWI ENTRENCHING TOOL. An entrenching tool, maker marked 'Beckmann' dated '1915' with standard wood haft, in an unusual German Chemnitz 1916 dated excellent condition leather carrier. Observing the leather closely it was originally designed for the leather carrier to be held on a belt with the shovel facing downwards. Two leather loops have been added to the upper part of the carrier for the shovel and holder to be carried in the standard method by a belt with the haft hanging down. Any observations as to its identification from our web site viewers would be appreciated. NOT FOR SALE.

BADEN ARTILLERY ENLISTED MANS SWORD WITH ENGRAVED BLADE. Excellent condition Baden artillery enlisted mans sword. The blade is in excellent condition. Both sides have 2/3rds length foliate etched panels of which the etching is good and deep. One side has a central motto, the reverse side having Baden eagles and foliate patterns. Standard D shaped nickel plated hilt with ray skin covering, which is undamaged. It is of the style that never had grip wire attached. Slight lifting to the plating in places but generally good. Regimentally marked '14.A.1.39', which identifies the sword as belonging to Field Artillery Regiment No.14, 1st Battery, sword number 39, Baden Field Artillery Regiment No.14, formed in 1850 in Karlsruhe and they were a part of the 14th Army Corps. The scabbard is in excellent undamaged condition, still retaining virtually all of its original blueing.

BADEN ENLISTED MANS PICKELHAUBE A good large size 58 all leather pickelhaube with field grey fittings for enlisted man in a Baden Regiment. Skull generally good. Minor crazing and distortion to rear and front peak. All grey metal fittings matching complete with its leather chinstrap. Correct national and State cockades. Helmet interior stamp size 58. Liner complete and showing good original mid tan colour. Tips of three leather liner tongues broken away and some dryness showing to lower edge of liner. One domed rivet in field grey missing from spike base.

BADEN INFANTRMAN'S PICKELHAUBE. A very large size 58½ all leather pickelhaube with brass fittings worn by an infantryman in a Baden regiment. The skull is generally excellent with some crazing to the black patent finish. Rear peaks excellent. Front peak good. All the fittings are in gilded brass. Slight indentation to the very tip of the spike. Baden front plate with its non cut out crown indicating an enlisted man. Complete with its correct leather chin strap having all brass fittings. The national cockade is an original example. The Baden cockade is an original cockade but it has been retouched in the Baden colours. Good original colour to the inside large size shell, which, as indicated is size stamped plus Berlin maker marked, with the clear date of '1916'. Black leather liner all complete and undamaged, good strong leather. To the inner rear peak on one edge there are some white paint stains.

BADEN INFANTRY OFFICERS HELMET. The superb leather skulled Baden Infantry Officers helmet with large size skull. Gilding subdued to the Baden Griffin plate. This is a late war helmet having gilt chin scales, which at that period the gilt was very lightly washed and as a consequence some of the scales have lost their gilt completely, others are still complete with the gilt. The back strap to the helmet and the front trim are made of steel, which are also lightly gilded. The back strap has lost its gilt completely, the front trim has faint traces remaining. The spike and spike base are brass construction gilded, which is still good. Standard national cockade with the unusual serrated officers cockade for the State of Baden in red and gold. Interior of helmet shows hardly any wear use whatsoever. The front and back peaks still have their original red and green interior lining. The mid brown leather sweatband excellent, complete with its russet brown silk interior. The helmet retains all its original nuts and washers with the remains of a military suppliers label affixed to the interior crown.

BALLASITE CARTRIDGE HOLDER Constructed from post 1914 modified ammunition pouch.

BAVARIAN 2ND HEAVY CAVALRY REGIMENT MAJOR’S WAFFENROCK. A fine condition large size officers model 07/10 field grey tunic for the 2nd Bavarian Heavy Cavalry Regiment. The tunic is in good condition, one moth hole close to the lower right hand front pocket and one to the upper right reverse side shoulder, otherwise the tunic is in excellent condition. Red piping to the front of tunic, rear skirt, cuff edges and collar edges. Slip-on shoulder boards for a rank of Major with gilt number ‘2’ to each board, red underlay. All Bavarian officers buttons fitted. Loops for three awards to the front of the tunic, two to the left, one to the right with loops for a long medal ribbon bar to the upper left hand breast. The silk to the tailor’s label in the upper inner collar area has shredded making it unable to read the name of the tailor’s label.

BAVARIAN BELT BUCKLE. A very unusual all brass belt buckle, double constructed, with basic rectangular backing plate with a large domed Bavarian Coat of Arms separately applied, with below the Coat of Arms of Bavaria the motto 'Gott Mit Uns'. Normally the Bavarian Coat of Arms would be associated with the motto 'Im Tru Fest'.

BAVARIAN CAVALRY OFFICERS HELMET, CASED. A very good large size Bavarian Reserve Cavalry Officers pickelhaube. The skull is of mid war fibre construction. It has some light crazing overall to the skull. All of the gilded parts match in colour with excellent gilt to the large Bavarian front plate, with its Reserve Officers cross in silver colour to the centre. Domed chin scales. The helmet is complete both with its national and Bavarian cockades. Square cut front peak. Fluted spike. To the interior the leather liner is an unusual shade of olive green with the original leather maker’s logo gold stamped into the olive green leather. The inner artificial silk lining is a slightly different shade of olive green. The size ‘57½’ is hand applied in white ink to the interior black of the fibre skull. The helmet is fitted into its original carrying case that has traces of railway labels still attached. The carrying and closing straps for the case are intact but frail.

BAVARIAN CAVALRY RESERVE OFFICERS PICKELHAUBE. A huge size Bavarian Reserve cavalry officers pickelhaube. It is very difficult in any WWI pickelhaube, whether it be officers, mans or NCOs to find anything of an extremely large size, this enormous size helmet constructed in the wartime fibre is a magnificent example of a Bavarian Cavalry Reserve Officers helmet. The helmet must be over size 60, the skull is in magnificent condition, good and bright without any crazing or damage, holes, scuffs or marks, all of the gilt matching in colour with frosted highlights to the Bavarian front plate and the silvered Reserve Officers cross. Standard domed chin scales. Square cut front peak with complete trim. Fluted spike. On inverting the helmet a beautiful condition mid tan leather liner with scalloped cut edge is visible with the original maker’s mark gold blocked to the leather. The extra internal light green artificial silk inner liner is also present.

BAVARIAN FIELD ARTILLERY ENLISTED MANS SWORD. A good condition Bavarian magnificent condition curved blade, good and bright, with half of both sides having central etched panels. To the reverse side floriated patterns with a Bavarian motto 'In True Fest' . To the opposite side the full regimental designation '5th Kings Bavarian Field Artillery Regiment King Alfons XIII of Spain. Excellent nickel plating to hilt. Composition grip undamaged with its leather corded knot, which is frail. The scabbard is totally undented with some patches of original black paint missing but generally complete.

BAVARIAN FIRE SERVICE MEDAL. The 25 year Long Service Medal for service in the Bavarian Fire Service. Complete with its blue and white ribbon.

BAVARIAN HEAVY CAVALRY TROOPERS SWORD. A very good example of the early 19th Century Bavarian Heavy Cavalry sabre used by Bavarian Chevaulegers and Uhlan Regiments, this sword is closely modelled on the British 1796 pattern sword. The blade is in excellent condition, fully length. Some traces of old corrosion at the tip otherwise good, it has not been abused or re-sharpened. It is makers mark Weyersberg and Stamm of Solingen. On the flat back section of the blade it is Bavarian acceptance marked, numbered '88' with a further acceptance mark of a crown over the very large letter 'L' possibly for King Ludwig of Bavaria. The three bar very stylised all steel hilt in excellent order, stamped on the underside '3.CH.4.118', (3rd Company Chevaulegers Regiment No.4).Ribbed wood grip in general good order with one section re-pinned to the grip with a split, but no parts missing. It is further Bavarian proofed onto the inner bowl of the hilt. Complete in its original all steel scabbard, which has very minor indentations at the base, both strap hanging rings present. At some time in its life the sword has been mixed with another scabbard, although this is the correct scabbard for the sword it is marked '3232 3.U.R.5' (3rd Company Uhlan Regiment No.5). The Bavarian Uhlan Regiments used this sword up until 1882, therefore it was used profusely in the Franco/Prussian War. A very good condition early Victorian Heavy Cavalry Sword of Bavaria.

BAVARIAN INFANTRY OFFICERS HELMET. An extremely good Bavarian Infantry officers helmet having all leather skull with just minor crazing. Good bright overall. Flat chin scales for Infantry. Helmet is complete with its correct officers national and State cockade. Interior leather liner retaining much mid tan colour with some sweat stains to forehead area. Hand applied to skull size ‘57’. Interior silk is complete but frayed slightly.

BAVARIAN INFANTRY OFFICERS HELMET. BOXED. A superb condition all leather pickelhaube. Large size. Worn by a Bavarian Infantry Officer. Helmet skull perfect. All Mercury gilt overall excellent. Flat chin scales. Helmet is complete with its correct national and State officers cockades. Interior mid brown leather liner in excellent condition. Helmet has lost its inner silk. The helmet is complete with its carrying box, which has its original owners initials ‘RR’ machine embroidered to section of black cloth, which is affixed to the inner base of box. Accompanying whole is the brown leather field combat belt with the Bavarian circular buckle having both of its runners, plus two extra runners for sword slings. The double-pronged adjustable keeper for the opposite side of buckle is missing.

BAVARIAN MEDAL GROUP OF FOUR. A court mounted Bavarian medal group consisting of the Bavarian War Merit Cross with swords, the Schaumburg-Lippe Service Cross, the Third Reich awarded 1914-18 War Honour Cross and the Bavarian Long Service Medal for 9 years. Medals in excellent condition, slight fading to the Bavarian medal ribbon, the pin fixing is missing from the back of the group.

BAVARIAN MEDAL PAIR. A court mounted pair of medals consisting of the Bavarian War Merit Cross with swords and the Prussian Iron Cross 2nd Class. Maker’s mark to Iron Cross ring. Good overall condition.

BAVARIAN OFFICERS BELT BUCKLE IN GILT. An excellent condition circular buckle with the crown of Bavaria to the centre. All gilt good.

BAVARIAN OFFICERS BROCADE PARADE BELT. A good condition silver wire brocade parade belt for a Bavarian officer. All silver base with two strips of Bavarian blue running the full circumference of the belt. Both runners are complete. The Bavarian officers buckle retains virtually all of its original gilt with some rubbing to the high spots. Very minor moth damage to the interior felt-like cloth.

BAVARIAN PIONEER BATALION M10 OFFICER'S TUNIC. A service worn Bavarian model 1910 Officer's field grey combat tunic for an Officer of Bavarian Pioneer Battalion 1. Insignia fitted are silvered blue and white flecked shoulder boards over a twin underlay of red over black velvet. Each shoulder board has a number 1 fitted for the Bavarian Pioneer Battalion number 1. The collar patches are matching black velvet with red piping. The front fly of the tunic is red piped. Each of the turn back cuffs is black piped with the rear skirt being red piped. The collar is black piped. The collar itself is a stand and fall collar. All of the buttons are of the Bavarian style in white metal and matching. The tunic appears as if it has been hung up after WWI and never touched since. There is fading to areas of the tunic conversant with wear use. The bottoms of each cuff have considerable wear with minor repairs. There are minor spots of moth in the lower skirt, rear of one cuff and right upper arm. The shading of the cloth to the cuffs and the collar is slightly different than the main body of the garment however without any doubt original to this tunic. On lifting back a small section of the turned cuff the original colour of the tunic can be seen below. To the tunic collar is fitted a white inner removable collar. All lining is intact with service wear. The hanging loop has the original tailors name 'J.Gissiri of Inglostadt.' Ingostadt is in the state of Bavaria. Loops to the left breast for two awards. The 1st Bavarian Pioneer Battalion were raised in 1900, garrison town of Munich and were part of the 1st Bavarian Army Corps.

BAVARIAN POLICE OR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIAL'S PICKELHAUBE. A superb condition all fibre bodied pickelhaube worn by a Police officer or an administrative official of the Bavarian State. To the interior the leather liner is in its original light coloured finish and is made by the company Erel and is complete with its inner artificial silk gold lining. Behind the forehead area there is the remains of the foam cushion, which has solidified.

BAVARIANSENIOR NCO OR OFFICER OF RESREVE CHEVAULEGER PICKELHAUBE. A good all leather pickelhaube for a Bavarian Senior NCO or Officer of Reserve Chevauleger, good undamaged skull with light crazing overall to the leather and minor congealing to the patent leather on the front peak, all of the brass gilt fittings match in colour. The Bavarian cockade fitted is of a Senior NCO with the national cockade being of officers type. Interior leather liner all good with evidence of wear use. Good silk inner lining fitted with one tear. All green imitation leather behind the front peak and the red leather behind the back peak complete and undamaged.the interior colour of the leather to the skull is in perfect original colour

BELGIUM M.15 ADRIAN HELMET. A very large example of the French supplied M.15 helmet as worn by Belgium troops during WWI. The paint is the Belgium khaki brown finish, there is approximately 80% still intact with some minor rust spotting, there are one or two dents to the side which appear to be minor battle damage. The lion’s head badge is tied to the shell and in exactly the same paint as the shell. The liner is the early French produced one-piece black leather type. The chin strap is present but broken and fragile. The aluminium spacers remain in place.

BERKSHIRE REGIMENT OFFICERS CUFF RANK TUNIC. The classic officers cuff rank tunic as worn throughout the entirety of WWI was sealed on the 19th August 1912. Regulations exist showing all the characteristics that tailors should make tunics for officers in, this particular tunic has all the characteristics shown, tunics of course do vary particularly in the late war period, this example is the textbook type worn throughout. The tunic is in the lovely light ginger brown shade of khaki wool, this shade was worn throughout the war but mostly in the early part of the war. The tunic is made from the standard high quality lightly ribbed woollen weave. To the waist is the reinforced seam area with the small ticket pocket which sat below the Sam Browne belt when it was worn for duty. The upper epaulettes are complete and show no signs of piercing or any other holes. To the lower cuffs are the rank pips of a 2nd Lieutenant. The cuff braid is in the correct single striped configuration for this rank. To the collars are the Royal Berkshire's dragon insignia, a good matched pair of facing collars. Very faintly below the collar badges can be seen two tiny holes, this was where originally a small ‘T’ for Territorial would have been worn, this feature was gradually omitted throughout the Great War period and were removed by officers who either transferred or simply chose not to be identified as Territorial officers alongside their regular counterparts. All buttons are the correct matching Berkshire Regiment buttons. To the rear of the tunic are the two brass hooks to accommodate the waist band. The tunic displays no fading and only has one tiny moth nip to the rear, this moth nip is just under the arm. The large bellows pockets have the good shape and no distortion. The condition is excellent and fresh, there is no fraying to the lining. Cuff rank tunics to Line Infantry units have always been hard to find, this tunic represents possibly the best Line Infantry cuff rank tunic we have had the pleasure of owning in many years.

BLACK LEATHER CRADLE WWI 03 WATER BOTTLE. An olive drab enamelled water bottle, covered with black felt, in its black cradled leather carrying frame and full length shoulder strap with canvas centre addition. Marked to the base 'MYC' possibly Montgomeryshire Yeomanry Cavalry.

BREMEN FREI KORPS GORGET. A very rare gorget from the post WWI Frei Korps period for Stadtwehr Bremen. The gorget is the standard half moon shape German style gorget without backing cloth, with the Coat of Arms under the lettering 'Stadtwehr', followed by the number '1264', with its steel chain, which instead of the chain attachment hooks on the inside of the gorget as most of the Third Reich gorgets do, it has two hooks on the exterior. In the revolutionary period, just after the close of WWI Bremen was declared a Soviet Republic, on the 4th February 1919 troops from the Central Government went into battle against the Soviet Republic of Bremen.

BRITISH 08 PATTERN WAIST BELT. An excellent example of the other ranks issue 1908 pattern waist belt in overall excellent condition with a light pea green blanco. The rear straps are complete and intact, all brass buckles remain. There are some faint stampings to the rear of the belt and the belt appears to be a large version

BRITISH 1903 OPEN TOP HOLSTER. A maker marked '1915' dated British open top holster for the Webley service revolver. Complete with its securing flap, clearly marked and dated.

BRITISH ARMY GENERAL’S OVERSEAS CAP. The overseas cap in dress blue for a British Army General. Very fine quality Melton material which when the cap is opened at the crown the red of the central envelope appears. The crown and the side scallop are piped in heavy gold wire. Standard heavy gold wire crossed sword and baton with King’s Crown badge attached for a General with correct crossed sword and baton General’s buttons to the front. Clearly gold blocked to the light tan artificial silk lining is the maker’s mark of ‘Hawkes & Co, Savile Row, London W.’ The lower part of the lining is lined in velvet for extra comfort.

BRITISH CHATER LEA 1917 ALL METAL WIRE CUTTERS. A pair of folding wire cutters by Chater Lea dated 1917.

BRITISH GUARDSMEN'S SENTRY MONEY BOX. Just prior to WWI Huntley and Palmer the biscuit and sweet maker produced a series of sweet tins that doubled as money boxes with various exteriors for export, this example is in the form of a sentry box with a slot at the top for inserting money. It was for export to France and showed British Guardsmen at their sentry boxes on two sides. The drummer image is faint, the Guardsman in his box is good, clear, with bright colour. Some light scratches and indentations. The tin contained toffee.

BRITISH LEWIS GUNNER'S PANIER SET. A rare complete set of the Pannier equipment used to carry the cumbersome Lewis gun drum magazines in the trenches. The set consists of four circular Lewis gun pouches, these are all stamped and manufactured First War, together with their rare wide shoulder brace strap set. The set is in excellent condition, one of the shoulder straps has a very light pea green blanco, the other is clearly marked to the Dorset Regiment. Profuse stamps to the interior. The condition is dusty and stored but excellent, these display well with the infantry mannequin being the No.2 member of the machine gun team.

BRITISH MOSQUITO NET. The mosquito net issued to British forces in tropical conditions. This item has come from probably the best collection of British WWI items in the U.K., each piece painstakingly acquired over the last 30 years. We are disposing of this collection on behalf of the owner.

BRITISH NAMED OFFICERS SHOULDER STOCK HOLSTER. An exceptionally rare and well made holster, this holster was to carry a shoulder stock, shoulder stocks were widely available through private purchase by officers and a number of companies made them to fit various revolvers, this was probably to fit a Webley service pistol of some kind. The basic construction is very similar to the normal Sam Browne equipment in fine quality brown leather. To the rear are two D rings for a shoulder strap plus a very wide belt loop which may have been intended to have been worn with the 1908 webbing equipment as well as the Sam Browne officers equipment. To the interior flap is the name 'H.F.C. Cruckshank Grenadier Guards'. We carried out some research and have found Cruckshank to be an officer of some note during the WWI period. Harry Cruckshank became the 1st Viscount Cruckshank, unfortunately due to his injuries during the First World War he could not have children and suffered terribly from these injuries during his life, he ended up as a Conservative MP for Gainsborough as well as many other civil positions including Postmaster General, Minister of Health, Lord of the Privy Seal, Leader of the House of Commons. He died in Chelsea aged 68 in 1956. We have various photostats of the Regimental log and histories plus other research. A group photo all in photostat form. A highly interesting and rare item of British officers field equipment of WWI in excellent condition.

BRITISH OFFICERS 1916 PATTERN TUNIC TO THE WORCESTERSHIRE REGIMENT. A good example of the tunic worn by officers in approximately 1916 and from then on throughout the war. These tunics were sometimes called wind-up tunics, the high attrition rate for officers in the front line was a constant problem for the British Army, the large cuff ranking lace originally prescribed in the 1902 pattern officers tunic was seen as an obvious target for snipers, therefore officers started to move their rank insignia to the epaulette, this fashion originated from the Guards who always wore pips on the epaulettes, gradually officers of line regiments and other arms adopted this fashion. This tunic is of the classic First World War whipcord fashion, there is a central seam to the waist area front. The large lower bag pockets have the typically First World War large letterbox cover type pocket flaps. The tunic has a pair of matching Worcestershire bronzed officers collar badges, the typical bronzed pips to a Lieutenant to either epaulette, a fully matched set of Worcestershire Regiment buttons. To the upper pocket are the ribbons of the Military Cross and the First World War pair of medals. The First World War medal ribbon is slightly frayed and slightly detached from the tunic. There is one Wound stripe to the lower cuff. These non cuffed rank tunics by the end of the First World War are more common to see in photographs of line officers than their cuff rank predecessors. To the right cuff there are two overseas service inverted blue chevrons indicating two years service. There are a couple of moth nips, one to the lower front, however this could easily be repaired and does not affect the overall appearance of this tunic.

BRITISH OFFICERS ORILUX TORCH. A good example of the Orilux torch, privately purchased by British officers during WWI, these were mounted on Same Browne belts and came in specific brown leather carrying pouch with two rear belt mounting straps. The torch itself is in excellent overall condition, all of its leatherette casing remaining, Orilux trade label to the top of the torch, the buttons function, the hinge works for the battery cover. The leather case itself is dusty and has age storage dryness, however a little polish would bring this up beautifully. The hinge part of the closure is a little loose and may require a little re-attachment, however it remains unbroken.

BRITISH OFFICERS SAM BROWNE BELT, 1910 DATED. A scarce 1910 dated British officers Sam Browne waist belt, cross strap and ammunition pouch. The only part dated is the cross strap, plus broad arrow mark.

BRITISH RABBIT EAR CHATER LEA WIRE CUTTERS. A pair of Chater Lea 1917 dated wire cutters that have two rabbit-like ears to the top of the cutter. Good wood haft.

BRITISH RNAS WWI AVIATORS GOGGLES. A scarce pair of the early style flying goggles. Excellent lenses, which are sprung loaded onto a suede and fur lined backing with their elasticised head strap the black leather backing indicates Royal Naval Air Service issue

BRITISH ROYAL HORSE ARTILLERY WHIP. A wooden hafted whip produced from a pleated rope, used by Royal Horse Artillery drivers.

BRITISH TIN UNMARKED TUBULAR TRENCH PERISCOPE. A 15 inch very simple tubular tin khaki painted trench periscope, which is non maker marked. Support wooden handle with hole through for attachment strap, which unfortunately is missing. Virtually all the paint finish remaining to scope.

BRITISH TRENCH PERISCOPE. A splendid example of the periscope No.30manufactured by Adams & Co, in 1917. This is an issued item of trench equipment and was used by spotters and snipers in front line areas during the war. The large tubular metal body is painted in a khaki finish with large broad arrow stamped front. The Adams & Co paper label is completely intact with some rust staining, however completely readable. There are a set of instructions and 'Periscope No.30 Adams & Co., 1917' written on it. The two lower angled housings for the mirrors are complete and are of zinc metal. The khaki cotton covered black Hessian carrying bag is complete, however it is a little shredded at the ends and the closure strap is minus. The shoulder strap is complete and although delicate it displays well with the item. The item is dusty and stored but in excellent overall condition and a rare item of issued British trench equipment.

BRITISH UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT OF THE GREAT WAR. 1914-18. Volume 1 describes clothing and necessaries. It is with great pleasure that we announce publication of a book collectors have been requesting for years. This is an amazing work by John Bodsworth. A huge volume ( 422 pages ) with an enormous amount of information and some fine illustrations. Many period photos, in colour and black and white and excellent copies of period advertising. A wealth of information for the advanced collector of WWI commonwealth militaria. It's not often one can say that a book will become the bench mark. However, this we believe has already reached this milestone. In the forthcoming armourer magazine the reviews are excellent. These books are printed to order so there is no back stock. We have ordered a small number of these books. The subjects covered within the volume include badges and insignia, other ranks service dress, officer's service dress, head dress, foot and leg wear, khaki drill, coats and greatcoats, steel helmets and body armour, other items of clothing, miscellanious, other uniforms including RFC, female, scouts, volunteers, Derby scheme, training reserve plus a section on the Dominians, Volume 2 is expected soon.

BRITISH UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT OF THE GREAT WAR. 1914-18. Volume 1 describes clothing and necessaries. It is with great pleasure that we announce publication that a book collectors have been asking for for years. This is an amazing work by John Bodsworth. A huge volume ( 422 pages ) with an enormous amount of information and some fine illustrations. Many period photos, in colour and black and white and excellent copies of period advertising. A wealth of information for the advanced collector of WWI commonwealth militaria. It's not often one can say that a book will become the bench mark. However, this we believe has already reached this milestone. In the forthcoming armourer magazine the reviews are excellent. These books are printed to order so there is no back stock. We have ordered a small number of these books. The subjects covered within the volume include badges and insignia, other ranks service dress, officer's service dress, head dress, foot and leg wear, khaki drill, coats and greatcoats, steel helmets and body armour, other items of clothing, miscellanious, other uniforms including RFC, female, scouts, volunteers, Derby scheme, training reserve plus a section on the Dominians.

BRITISH WWI KNUCKLEDUSTER MILITARY KNIFE. A very good example of the Bowie bladed military knife privately purchased by officers during WWI, complete with its aluminium knuckleduster composition chequered grips. The grips are totally undamaged, there is one small spot of rust at the very top of the blade. The knife is fitted into its correct and near mint condition brown leather scabbard with its unique folded and stitched fixing loop that folds over the top of the knife and then closes with a male female pop stud system. This is identical to the example shown on page 23 of the excellent work by Ron Flook 'British and Commonwealth Military Knives'. The example shown as the maker's mark Hippert, example also known by George Ibberson, this example is non maker marked.

BRITISH WWI ROYAL NAVAL AIR SERVICE MEDAL GROUPING AND INSIGNIA. An extremely rare grouping to a Royal Naval Air Service Petty Officer, F.C.Wheeler. comprising the 1914/15 Star, named. British War and Victory Medal, both named. The medals are loose contained in their original cardboard boxes accompanied with their correct ribbons. To the exterior of the lid are the typed attached labels describing the enclosed medal and the recipient’s name. All three medals are mint, unworn. They have never had their ribbons fitted. Situated in a nicely crafted painted decorated edged oval frame measuring 5 x 4 inches is the ultra rare Royal Naval Air Ship Coxswain Badge, which is beautifully embroidered in heavy gold wire on dark blue backing cloth. Surrounding the Coxswain’s Badge are examples of his three WWI medal ribbons and two items of V shaped rank lace. To the reverse of the frame there is old paper covering with a hook for wall hanging. Also accompanying the group is an 8½ inch length of pierced aluminium frame with an engraved plaque attached to the wooden mounting plate ‘Naval Airship C.18’. Petty Officer Frank Charles Wheeler enlisted into the Royal Naval Air Service as a Petty Officer Mechanic in May 1915, he remained at this rank until February 1917 and is then shown as an Air Mechanic 1. He saw service at Cranwell and the Naval Air Station at Wormwood Scrubs in London, which operated airships. He was appointed a Leading Mechanic in August 1917 and was later re-appointed a Petty Officer. Any items whether it be medals or artefacts to the Royal Naval Airship units are extremely desirable and rare. Accompanying the grouping is a photocopy of his WWI service record.

Brodie Helmet with Cover. A 2nd pattern Brodie helmet, minus its complete liner, with its field made sacking cover. Cover is totally original to the helmet. Various areas around edge have rotted through rust reaction from the steel of the helmet shell. Various abrasions and holes to crown area and rust colour reaction come through from shell. Helmet recently discovered in French barn.

BULGARIAN WWI ENTRENCHING TOOL. An extremely rare piece of equipment from WWI being a 1915 dated Bulgarian entrenching shovel. We have not translated the Cyrillic script but we have been firmly assured it is Bulgarian and not Russian. Maker marked. One rivet missing to shovel head. Good wood. Leather cradle missing.

BULLET PENCIL MARKED 'FIELD OF MONS'. A bullet pencil, part of the Christmas 1914 gift set, this one unusually marked to cartridge case 'Field of Mons'.

BULLET PENCIL UNMARKED. A bullet pencil from the 1914 Christmas gift set. Cartridge case unmarked.

CAMOUFLAGE M.17 TRENCH HELMET. A good camouflage M.17 trench helmet marked 'BF64' to the inner shell with its three colour camouflage of dark green, a lighter shade of green and tan, separated by narrow black separation lines. The finish overall is excellent with some abrasions as can be seen from our web images. The helmet has the rarity of having its original chin strap and all three parts of the liner pads, although there is some damage. The chin strap has broken away from one end of its attachment point and is wrapped around the clip. All three inner liner pads are present, one having its inner horse hair pad. Two of the three remaining pads are frail and their attachment to the metal liner band is lightly attached. Hand applied in pencil to the inner rear skirt is the original owner's name and unit number.

CANADIAN AMMUNTION POUCH. The rare 1916 pattern Canadian pouch was a stop gap replacement for the poorly received 1915 pattern for the Ross rifle. The short lived 16 pattern being rapidly superseded by the pattern 08 web equipment of British manufacture. Marked ‘Adams Bowes 1916’, this example in good colour with number ‘249’ stamped to flap, whether this was a Canadian Expeditionary Force unit number or otherwise is not known.

CUIRASSIER REGIMENT No.3 OFFICERS VISOR CAP Good condition visor cap for an officer in Cuirassier Regt. No.3. Cornflower blue centre band with white waffenfarbe to crown and upper and lower sections of centre band. Grey Melton cloth crown. Prussian officers State and national cockades fitted. Minor discoloration to the cornflower blue around front of cap where it has been exposed to sunlight. Visor with some light crazing. To left hand side of visor, as cap is being worn, the very far point of the visor has broken away. Interior liner of the ersatz type retaining all of its original light tan colour. Silk to upper crown generally good with Osnabruck maker's mark faded. Some light lifting of surface to celluloid to interior of peak.

D SHAPED MESS TIN. A nice d shaped mess tin as carried by all troops other than cavalry during WWI, an essential item for completing the First World War mannequin. Both are in a good matching tin colour, the lid has the folding handle within. The original carrying bale is still present. The overall condition is excellent with a few areas of minor surface rust.

DANZIG TELEGRAPHERS BELT BUCKLE. The ultra rare heavy brass constructed belt buckle for a telegrapher/signalman, complete with the clips at front for the signalmans line reel with the silver overlay of the City of Danzig. We have re-listed this buckle to include it with the large collection of Imperial buckles we have just purchased.

Dark Blue French Officers Puttees. Early WWI period puttees in dark blue material. Puttees have been cut and re-sewn, possibly shortened.

DOUBLE STRAP SAM BROWNE SET. A maker marked and faintly 1917 dated officers Sam Browne belt with the double strap system. This system was normally employed for officers actually in the trenches. By using the double strap shoulder system the Sam Browne belt could carry extra weight without unbalancing the officer who was wearing the equipment. Interestingly the standard single shoulder strap configuration closely matches the belt. The added shoulder strap is a slightly different colour indicating the officer possibly added the second belt for combat use.

DUTCH M.15 WWI FIGHTING KNIFE. A good example of the scarce Dutch M.15 WWI fighting knife. Good blued blade, which is stamped on the under side number ‘708’. Dutch acceptance stamps to the top of the blade, the lower ring on the cross guard and to the upper section of the wood grip of which the wood is in excellent condition. Fitted into its all leather scabbard with integral frog with metal base, all undamaged.

EARLY CUIRASSIER HELMET COVER. An extremely rare field cover for the 1862 enlisted mans cuirassier helmet. This may fit later models but is too large for the first world war model 1915 helmet. Excellent condition, complete with all of its hooks and spike cover.

ERSATZ BAYONET GEW98 Excellent blade with some grease staining. Traces of original grey/green paint finish to hilt. Many abrasions to scabbard. Remains of frog with belt loop section broken.

Field Cover for Shako. Rare cover for the Jager shako complete with hole at front for field cockade. Traces of original makers stamping to interior crown.

FIELD GREY FINISHED PRUSSIAN ENLISTED MANS PICKELHAUBE. A good leather Prussian enlisted mans pickelhaube, the leather skull is firm and strong with some crazing overall. Light congealing to the exterior of the front and back peak. Two kinks to the interior of the front field grey peak trim. All of the fittings are in matching field grey subdued colour with its original chin strap and correct field grey fittings. The helmet is with its national and State cockades from which the paint has been lost in areas. The inner rear peak is stamped size 53½, the leather lining retains much original mid tan colour and all tongues are present.

FINE QUALITY TRENCH ART MILLS BOMB NO.5. A beautifully mounted WWI Mills bomb, this is the number 5 version designed by William Mills who was originally a golf club designer from Sunderland. The Mills bomb was the standard British hand grenade from 1915 onwards and was designated No.5. British Army notes state that a competent thrower could throw this bomb 98 feet or 30 metres with reasonable accuracy. The grenade could be fitted with a rod to convert it into a rifle grenade. This particular example has been beautifully mounted on a green and black marble base. The grenade itself is complete with a 1918 dated base cap, the original pin is in place as is the fly off lever and filler plug. The manufacturer is M & C. The overall condition is superb and would make an excellent desk object or item of trench art display.

FINNISH M.15 ADRIAN HELMET. The Adrian was one of the most exported helmets of the WWI era, the Finnish Army had a massive shortfall in equipment when fighting the Soviets in the 30’s, they ordered helmets from many European countries including France, this is an example of a standard blue helmet supplied to Finland and given a subsequent coat of the grey green tone of paint that many Finnish combat helmets could be found in. At some time there has been another badge fitted to the front at some period during its long service history. This helmet has been updated with the removal of the badge and yet another coat of paint. The French liner remains intact and in good order. The chin strap remains in place over the brim of the helmet. Finnish helmets are a fascinating subject in themselves and offer the collector an enormous range of helmets worn in combat by the Finnish soldier.

FOREIGN LEGION TROPICAL TUNIC. A 2 hip pocket only single stand collar tropical tunic, complete with fitted shoulder boards. All brass buttons which are Legion marked. Brace loop for the waist belt. Imitation turned back cuffs. Red collar patches with blue number '1' to each patch. Excellent condition, worn in the period from 1902 until 1916. Regimentally marked plus manufacturers stamp to interior.

FREIKORPS BOX. A simple brass case measuring 6 inches x 4½ inches, to the reverse side is the maker 'Loeser & Wolfe' with the engraved outline of a factory. Applied to the lid is what would appear to be a very unusual Freikorps badge. The outer form of the badge resembles a Prussian Imperial flyers badge, wreath and crown. Forming the central part is a very distinctive and powerful looking skull and crossbones.

French Infantry Cyclist Enlisted Mans Breeches. A very rare pair of madder red infantry cyclist breeches. Excellent condition. Minor staining around calf area. All original buttons complete. No moth or damage. Profusely military stamped to cream lining.

FRENCH 1874 GRAS BAYONET. Introduced for the Gras rifle, which was a conversion of the Chassepot rifle, to take the metallic cartridge, this example engraved along the back 'T' shape of blade at 'St.Ettiene 1877'. Some minor black spotting marks to blade. Light rusting to scabbard and cross guard. Undamaged wood grip. Good brass pommel. Scabbard and hilt matching numbers.

FRENCH ADRIAN CHASSEUR HELMET. A fine example of a mid to late war Adrian helmet. The paintwork is the frosted matt type finish. The badge to the front is the horn badge of the French Light Infantry. The badge is a slight mismatch to the helmet but this is absolutely normal, many helmets were supplied without badges, they were fixed at unit level, this is one such helmet. The liner of the helmet is in excellent condition, very crisp and a good mid tan colour, there appears to be little or no moth to the head band, the aluminium spacers are in place to the sides of the helmet. The chin strap is complete and fastened over the brim of the helmet. French chin straps are notoriously weak and are missing from the vast majority of Adrian helmets. The manufacturer’s stamps are clear to the interior of the dome of the helmet. A classic example of a scarce helmet.

FRENCH CORDUROY COVERED WATER BOTTLE. Horizon blue water bottle unusually constructed in horizon blue corduroy instead of the normal wool. Some patches of discolouring and some rust marks, complete with its cork and stopper and leather carrying straps.

FRENCH ENLISTED MANS GROUND SHEET. The scarce French enlisted mans ground sheet, regimentally marked. Some light tears and staining but having all of its correct buttons, hooks and eyes.

FRENCH HORIZON BLUE WATER BOTTLE An unusual corduroy version of the horizon blue covered enlisted mans water bottle. The blue has virtually bleached out to a far lighter tone. Complete with its original leather shoulder strap, cork and drinking cup. Both cork and drinking cup are held in place to the bottle with modern string.

FRENCH M.15 INFANTRY ADRIAN HELMET. A standard example of the WWI French helmet of mid war manufacture being of the matt shade of horizon blue paint. There is some chipping and rust spotting to the exterior. The Infantry badge remains tight to the shell. The chin strap is intact and in place over the brim of the helmet. The liner is the early leather one-piece type with the black woollen head band. All aluminium spacers remain intact. The helmet is in dusty good stored condition.

FRENCH M.1892 HAVERSACK. A fine example of the now extremely difficult to find French standard soldier’s muesette bag. These bags were carried in pairs by French soldiers during WWI, the bags in the early brown/red colour are typical of early war and used throughout the WWI period, this particular bag has the soldier’s number stencilled to the exterior flap. The two aluminium Equipenents Militaires are still present, there is faint manufactuer’s stamps to the inner flap. The complete carrying strap is intact with its black japanned buckle. These items of equipment have become very hard to source even in France when completing a French mannequin.

FRENCH MADE L.F & C KNUCKLEDUSTER MILITARY KNIFE. A good example of the mixed U.S.WWI L.F & C and Frech knuckleduster military knife. Blade excellent, marked with the French maker Au Lion with a lion sitting above. The grip having majority of its original blackened finish remaining. Cast into the grip U.S.1918. With, below 'L.F & C-1918', all fitted into its correct French made scabbard, which differs from the American made scabbard insomuch that it is bonded with edge seam only. There are numerous dents to the scabbard but it still retains its original twin Garand belt fixing points, which are quite often missing, at some point in its life the parts have been changed over

French Officers Dress Trousers. A very fine quality pair of French Officer red straight leg trousers with black stripe down either leg. No moth damage or staining. Fine quality Melton type cloth. Lining excellent.

FRENCH WWI ARMY DE AFRIQUE ADRIAN HELMET. A standard horizon blue WWI enlisted mans helmet that has been over painted in the mustard green colour for service in North Africa, for service with the Army De Afrique. Some minor abrasions to the skull with the horizon blue showing through, otherwise excellent condition, complete with its strap. The liner virtually mint with all of its aluminium spacers fitted.

FRENCH WWI CHAUCHAT MAGAZINE BAG. The rare piece of accessory for the French Chauchat machine gunner being the canvas carrying bag that contained two of the unusual shaped magazines. Good colour, some snags to the webbing. The central eyelet has broken away from the web material. It is dated ''1917,'' and complete with it's original full length shoulder strap.

FRENCH WWI FIRST FIELD DRESSING. Still sealed in it's canvas container with all paper instructions to the outside.

FRENCH WWI INFANTRY HELMET. Adrian helmet of WWI worn by a French infantryman. The skull has suffered from rust flooding through the horizon blue paint, which is just still visible. The interior is all complete with one of the tongues loose from the main mid brown liner band. Some moth to the cloth separating the liner band to the aluminium serrated liner spacers. The chin strap is missing.

FRENCH WWI M.2 GAS MASK. A rare example of the D shaped hood gas mask, known as the M2. These were worn from approx. 1917 to the end of the war. The mask is complete and in overall good condition. Some stiffening as normal as the chemical components of these dry over time. To the rear there is the fixing hook and a regimental number has been attached to the head straps by means of a small patch of cloth. One lens is cracked, however there is a spare lense inside the bag. The bag is interesting in that it is a horizon blue canvas one. These are normally encountered in a beige canvas. The stamping for small size in French is to the front of the bag. There is normal staining and soiling to the rear of the bag, however the front of the bag remains fairly clean. The gas mask is in overall excellent condition and would display extremely well with a mannequin.

GERMAN M.16/17 CAMOUFLAGE STEEL HELMET. A classic textbook example camouflaged German helmet. Lunendorf gave an order in 1918 prescribing the exact method that helmets and other metal objects were to be camouflage painted in, this helmet follows those orders to the letter. Neatly spaced with finger wide black spacings the three colours are the typical emerald green, yellow ochre and rust brown. The helmet has beautiful patination, the emerald green is particularly striking. All three rivets are in place. The metal liner band to the interior is complete with three late war white leather pads. The cushions are minus from these pads. To the rear of the skirt one name has been removed and another probably a regimental or company code has been added in white paint. The maker appears to be G Size 62. The two metal ends for the chin strap are still present, however the leather for the chin strap and the sliders are now minus.

GERMAN M.18 CAMOUFLAGE TRENCH HELMET. An AL64 sized M.18 trench helmet, shell only, still retaining its metal liner band. All the interior leather missing. The exterior has at least 60% of its original camouflage paint finish remaining in a three-colour camouflage of maroon, green and tan with black separation lines. The finish is missing from the crown area of the helmet.

GERMAN MARINE TROOPS SIDE BAG. The rare bread bag as issued to marine and naval troops during WWI, these have a single front closure, they could be belt mounted or carried by a thick strap, there is a D ring facility to the middle to hang a water bottle. Marine troops tended to carry these side bags more than their counterparts in the army, thus were issued with a thicker more comfortable strap. This particular strap has been period sewn to the reverse. One of the clips remains attached to the D ring, the other portion has been directly attached to the rear. To the interior of the bag is marked 'BAK 131214' with a separate printed German name tag next to it. The colour is in the printed beige colour associated with early items of Imperial equipment. The buttons are the three hole stamped brass type. German Marine equipment has always been extremely difficult to find.

GERMAN REICHSWHER/FREIKORPS M.16 HELMET. A standard M.16 German produced shell finished in a field grey/green, more commonly encountered in the post World War period, the skull retaining virtually 85% of its original finish with the faint traces of the halved Prussian shield in black and white. The interior has an M.17 steel liner band with its three leather pads fitted, which all three have their inner horse hair padding complete. The frontal pad is very loosely attached to the metal liner band, the other two pads have burn marks and are frail. To the interior lower skirt is the initials 'KE' in large black lettering. These helmets were extensively used by the Reichswher and Freikorps.

GERMAN SHORTENED ERSATZ BAYONET. The pressed steel ersatz hilt with straight blade fitted into the lower half of a Mauser S98 scabbard. Complete with original frog.

GERMAN WWI M.16 CAMOUFLAGE STEEL HELMET. A completely untouched example of a camouflage helmet being a reasonable large size and marked 'FI66'. The exterior of the shell has the 1918 camouflage application of paint being rust red, emerald green and ochre. The exterior of the helmet is dry and there is about 60% of the original paint remaining. Some rust spotting and chips, however a completely untouched un-oiled example, it is minus its large rear rivet. The interior of the helmet has much of the field grey paint remaining. To the rear is the name 'Allsch' roughly painted to the rear of the skirt, other indelible names appear to have been written to the front underside of the peak. The original chin strap is present, however extremely fragile and has broken from one end, however both buckles are complete as are the fixing lug attachments. The leather band to the liner has only slightly shrunk and is complete. The three pads are still intact, however the leather pads are dry and rather fragile. All the ears remain on the pads. This helmet has come from a loft or cellar in Germany and is in completely untouched original condition. A Leutnant's name is written under the front pad in indelible pencil.

GERMAN WWI M.16 HELMET. A fine example of the German M.16 helmet. The helmet itself is in exceptional condition, the exterior of the helmet retains 90% of its original field grey paint. There is a beautiful patination overall and a few minor areas of chipping to the top, however it remains a highly representative example and would display well. The interior has the three cushion system attached to the thick leather band associated with earlier M.16 helmets. The three pads are somewhat delicate and a little dry, one or two of the fingers are missing and the front pad is partially loose and has been repaired. All rivets are seated tightly. The chin strap is missing as is normal with these helmets. One chip strap attachment remains in place. There is clearly an inked name to the skirt. The helmet is manufactured by S.I. and is a large size 66. The S.I. manufacturing mark stood for Sachische Enailles. What was at one time a fairly common helmet of WWI regular M.16’s such as these are becoming increasingly difficult to find in good condition.

GERMAN WWI M.16/17 HELMET. A very good example of this helmet being the type with the 2nd model of sheet metal head band, these helmets appear to be 1917. All three leather pads are present and retain their cushions. The leather is of a light colour and has at some time received some form of oiling, however this has not overly darkened the leather. This helmet has its original chin strap intact, originally chin straps are extremely difficult to find on these helmet and almost always are missing. The field grey finish is very good, to the exterior there is some chipping and a few light rust spots, however there are no deep pits whatsoever. To the interior the condition is much the same. The manufacturer's logo is a little difficult to read, however the size '64' is clear. All rivets retain tightly.

GERMAN WWI M.17 TRENCH HELMET, NAMED. A very interesting M.17 trench helmet, named, with its original strap. An ET68 sized M.17 shell, which has been camouflaged in a one colour sand finish. Each of the armoured plate retaining lugs have been filled with wood. The name 'Lt.W.Mayer' has been scratched through the paint just below the right hand armoured plate lug. A very thin band of green is painted the full circumference of the lower skirt and unusually the three liner retaining rivet heads plus the M.16 strap post rivet heads have been picked out in this same green. There are abrasions overall to skull, which can clearly be seen in our web site images. The interior of the helmet is painted in the identical exterior paint. The name 'Willy Mayer' in red, has been painted to the inner skirt. There is also the remains below of a unit designation, which cannot be deciphered. The liner has two of its original three pads remaining, both in excellent condition, and both with their inner pads, plus the leather drawstring. The front pad is completely missing. The helmet is with its original very heavy duty chin strap, which is identical in colour and wear to the two remaining inner liner pads.

GRAND DUCHY OF NASSAU PICKELHAUBE. An ultra rare pickelhaube for an enlisted man in the 2nd Nassauisches Infantry Regiment No.88. All leather skull in excellent condition. Minor crazing to front and back peaks. All brass fittings, which match in colour and age with its correct leather chin strap and matching fittings, with its standard national and Prussian State cockades. Interior leather liner all complete and undamaged. Front plating having the extra scrolls 'La Belle Alliance' with the two lower scroll 'Mese De Ibor' with the last scroll 'Medellin'. Unidentified markings to the inner rear peak. The helmet is not regimentally marked but is undoubtedly the original plate to the helmet. Formed in 1808 part of the 13th Army Corps, the garrison town was Mainz/Hanau.

HORIZON BLUE FRENCH WATER BOTTLE. Horizon blue cloth is faded, with minor moth damage in places, having both its cork and wood stopper. Complete with its leather carrying strap.

HORIZON BLUE WATER BOTTLE. A non felt covered water bottle, painted in an unusual shade of horizon blue. Original owners name and a series of numbers etched upon body. Complete with its two cork stoppers and leather strap.

IMPERIAL BAVARIAN CAVALRY OFFICERS WAFFENROCK. A good example of a rare 2nd Regiment of Bavarian Heavy Cavalry Major’s waffenrock constructed all in field grey on the M.1907/10 style with two lower slanting pockets. Skirted back, which is red piped. Red piped cuffs, collar and front closing flaps of the tunic, fitted with red based slip-on Bavarian 2nd Cavalry Regiment Major’s shoulder boards in subdued grey lace with gilt number ‘2’ attached to each board. Bavarian buttons fitted to the whole of the garment. Loops for a long medal ribbon bar to the upper left breast with loops to both the lower right and lower left breast for further awards. Minor moth with one slightly larger moth hole at the base of the row of closing buttons with some minor moth across the upper back close to the collar, with further moth at the lower rear skirt. Attached to the upper inner collar area is a silk tailor’s label, which unfortunately very little is decipherable apart from the wording ‘Berlin’ and possibly ‘Saarbrucken. The grey green artificial silk lining is all intact.

IMPERIAL GERMAN 1889 OFFICERS SWORD IN ORIGINAL BAG. A very good example of the issue Model 1889 officers sword. Mint condition in its original canvas bag, double fullered, highly plated blade by WKC. The hilt has the folding shell guard with the fretted out Imperial eagle with Coat of Arms of Wilhelm II to the chest. The ray skin grip with slight wear but all grip wire intact and again with the applied Wilhelm II Coat of Arms. The remaining part of the grip in excellent order. The scabbard is good with slight rusting to the paint at the lower base, undented, complete with its frayed officers parade knot.

IMPERIAL GERMAN BAVARIAN INFANTRY STEIN. A beautiful condition totally undamaged china stein belonging to Infantryman Frinzel, who served with the 5th Company, 7th Bavarian Infantry Regiment, Prince Leopold of Bayreuth from 1912 to 1914. All of the colours are good and clear. Gilt, bright. None of the lettering faded. Finial totally undamaged.

IMPERIAL GERMAN BAYONET MILITARY KNIFE. The extremely rare variation of the bayonet fighting knife having a polished blade. Traces of the Imperial acceptance stamp to the forte of the blade. Non maker marked. At least 80% of its original field grey green paint finish remaining to the pressed steel grip. The rifle locking system working correctly. Fitted into its restored black painted scabbard with its original belt loop and grip retaining strip.

IMPERIAL GERMAN CAMOUFLAGE M17 TRENCH HELMET. A good example of a BF64 sized shell, which to the exterior has the combination of tan, green and light brown camouflage paint separated by faint brown separation lines. The interior rear skirt is rubber stamped size ‘64’ with the rubber stamping ‘AK’ plus the application of the original owner’s name. The M.17 metal liner band has two of its three original leather liner pads fitted, both with their original inner horse hair pads. The third pad, which from evidence of rust on the interior skull has broken away and is completely missing.

IMPERIAL GERMAN CIRCULAR PINEAPPLE GRENADE AND HOLDER. The standard German circular grenade but with it's rare metal holder and belt loop. The grenades themselves are quite common, it is the metal holder that is extremely rare. The grenade is held into the holder by it's sprung loaded system. There is a metal belt loop. A chain is attached to the percussion cap to secure the grenade in place. Some corrosion to the holder.

IMPERIAL GERMAN COIN POSSIBLE WATCH FOB. A watch fob in the form of a silver chain having four 5 Reichmark coins attached. Each coin has been fitted with a clasp and an ornamental suspension plus clip and each coin has the head of one of the four separate Kings of Bavaria. The coins are dated '1914' '1911' '1901' and '1876'. The 5 Mark coin was always a very attractive piece of coinage from the Imperial German era, these have been put together to form an extremely attractive fob.

IMPERIAL GERMAN COLONIAL TUNIC SHOULDER BOARDS. Two unbacked shoulder boards for the Imperial German Colonial tunic in the inter-twined white, red and black weave.

IMPERIAL GERMAN DECORATED SUBMARINE BALL. A very interesting artefact of WWI. A 5 inch cylindrical hollow glass ball which was at one time one of the flotation balls for a British anti submarine net. It has been captured by German Naval forces. On one side it has been over painted in black with on the complete circumference to the width of 3/4 of an inch, The black, white and red colours of Germany and on the complete face side a painted scene of two German float planes attacking and bombing presumably an English ship. To the very top of the painted image in Gothic German it reads 'Glass flotation from an English submarine net'. Some minor scratches. Good original hand painted artefacts from a German sailor or air man of WWI.

IMPERIAL GERMAN DEMAG BAYONET KNIFE. A good example of the Demag Duisberg produced bayonet military combat knife. Excellent blade, minor chipping to the point. The Demag logo is faint. The hilt retains 40% of its original field grey green paint finish. The bayonet locking device is working correctly. All fitted into its original scabbard, which has lost its paint finish. The leather belt loop and male/female pop stud hilt retaining strap is supple, firm and working correctly.

IMPERIAL GERMAN DRAGOON REGIMENTAL STEIN. A totally undamaged and beautiful condition pottery stein previously belonging to Reservist Augstin who served in the 5th Squadron of the Westfalian Dragoon Regiment No.7, whose garrison town was Saarbruken from 1901 to 1904. Beautiful detail of a dragoon mounted to the face side, all the colours clear, none of the lettering has disappeared, the only damage is the lance is missing from the dragoon on the finial of the stein.

IMPERIAL GERMAN ENTRENCHING TOOL AND COVER. A scarce wood handled Imperial German entrenching tool, the cover is maker marked 'Dresden 1916', is also marked 'SA' in a block to the reverse side, indicating that after WWI this shovel was used in Finnish service. The two belt suspension loops are complete and in excellent condition. The basic strength of the shovel holder is good. The long securing loop that is buckled around the back of the shovel has been contemporarily replaced.

IMPERIAL GERMAN ENTRENCHING TOOL COVER. A variation on the standard form of cover, brown leather in excellent condition complete with both belt loops. Maker marked 'Berlin' dated '1916' with various other issue stamps. The variation is that the normal skeleton leather cover has had two sections added to the base of the cover close to where the leather strap loops around the wood haft, the intension seems to be protection of the ears of the entrenching tool itself, we have never encountered this variation previously. Stitching good and strong overall, slight wear to the haft leather loop close to where it is stitched to the main body, otherwise generally good.

IMPERIAL GERMAN FIELD GREY TRUMPET. The scarce all steel field grey painted trumpet used by Imperial German troops in the field in WWI. The mouthpiece, of course, is in brass. Imperial eagle to the top with faint traces of the maker's stamp. Virtually all of the field grey green paint finish remaining.

IMPERIAL GERMAN FLAG BEARER'S ARM PATCH. A nicely mounted embroidered yellow, black, red and white set of double flags with the scroll below reading 'W' over '2' for Wilhelm II, being the flag bearer's arm patch worn by an Imperial German standard-bearer on his blue dress uniform. Some light staining. Placed above the patch is a photograph of the original owner wearing his blue uniform, it has faded somewhat and unfortunately the arm patch is not visible. There are eight of his uniform buttons, plus two national black, white and red State cockades. It is mounted on blue cloth, which is then mounted on a wood board, this has a chain suspension for wall mounting to the reverse side.

IMPERIAL GERMAN FLYING GOGGLE POUCH. A single pressed board pouch for the Imperial German Flying Corps issue goggles.

IMPERIAL GERMAN FLYING GROUP. A wonderful group of documents and photograph albums for the aviator Heinrich Kratz. The grouping consists of his FAI (Federation International Aviators) flying license in its blue linen cover, it is gold blocked 'DEUTSCHLAND' to the front with a large format picture of Heinrich Kratz wearing full aviators flying clothing, half bust. The issue date of the license is '28th February 1918'. His 1917 Charlottenburg Berlin flying log book, small format, named to Unteroffizier Heinrich Kratz with evidence of his flying badge being awarded on the 6th March 1918 with flights through to May of 1918, filling the first half of the log book, he obviously went onto a second log book which unfortunately is not with the group. He was a survivor of WWI. The next document is a 1933 dated Flugprufungsbuch. One Third Reich period glider pilot's flying license with an excellent head and shoulders hatless image of Kratz wearing Luftwaffe uniform. A further Luftwaffe motorised engined flying license for Heinrich Kratz, again head and shoulders wearing Luftwaffe uniform with rank of Oberleutnant to the collar patches, dated '1940'. A further Luftwaffe flying license for motorised aircraft showing Kratz in civil dress, dated '1936', the 1936 license cover having the political style eagle to the front, the 1940 flying license having the Luftwaffe eagle and swastika to the front. A Third Reich Armed Forces driving license dated '1942' to Kratz without pass photograph. Three WWI period photograph albums containing 139 photographs, all are in the Imperial German style with hard paper covers, two of which have the 1914 Iron Cross by a crown to the centre, the third album has a village scene. To the front of each album cover are the dates applied by hand '1914-18'. The larger format album with the Iron Cross to the front contains 55 images of magnificent quality, close-ups of aviators sitting on the body of planes or standing in front, both in flying clothing and standard uniform with flying badges in evidence. Two unusual photographs of groups of members of the squadron seated with aircraft machine guns placed in a cross form in front of them, a most magnificent image of Kratz who has been identified with a cross sitting in his position behind a pilot with an unusual aircraft machine gun in front with an optical sight. Groups of flying officers with their badges evident. Mechanics working on machines. Crashed aircraft. A very good air to air shot looking down on a large German bomber style aircraft. Camp life. Close-up of an aviator wearing his Bavarian style flying helmet with neck scarf and goggles. Studio photographs of aviators wearing full flying kit. More good close-ups of machines with aviators sitting within them. The officers mess in a country house, obviously somewhere in France. More machines. The scene of a recently crashed aircraft with it still burning. A second large format album having 44 photographs, again good aviation images mixed with trench scenes of both German and Austrian troops, life on the front. The smallest of the three WWI albums having a total of 40 photographs. An interesting shot of an Austrian machine, which has crashed in a suburban street surrounded by Austrian troops. More close-ups of this time Austrian machines. Officer groups with flying badges. An excellent close-up of Unteroffizier Kratz wearing his Prussian Guard uniform with the flying epaulettes clearly shown. Some air to ground images. More air to air images from aeroplane to aeroplane. A shot of a very early glider. Another very interesting shot of a horses head insignia painted to the side of one of the flying machines. An unusual shot of an early parachutist. More crashed machines and air to air shots. A good image of a captured British WWI tank surrounded by German soldiers. A very good grouping of three albums containing highly interesting and technical shots of aviation of WWI, followed by two Third Reich period albums, the first containing 46 images showing good close-ups of JU88 machines, Heinkel III machines, JU52 machines all in Russian stations in WWII. Images of the Commander of the units. Good close-ups of visiting Generals. More pictures of Kratz in his WWII service. One unusual shot of a Luftwaffe man wearing the rare Hermann Meyer cap in a tropical location. The second album, which is huge, contains 350 images, many of the images are of excellent quality all relating to the Deutschland Air Race of 1935, of which Kratz was obviously a member of one of the teams. It then goes on to more of his WWII service, with again good close-ups of machines, equipment, in both southern Russia and Greece. Tropical uniforms, continental European uniforms, a good image of Herman Goering visiting the unit. A rare photograph of the German machine known as 'The Giant', originally designed as a glider with front opening loading doors, it was then fitted with six engines, rarely seen images. Good close-ups of a crashed Lancaster or short Sterling British bomber, the aircraft has luckily crash landed and one would imagine the crew had survived. A very comprehensive album of mid 1930's sport flying combined with WWII combat images. A very interesting grouping from an aviator who saw service in both WWI and WWII having a total of 535 images.

IMPERIAL GERMAN GUARD DU CORPS ENLISTED MANS HELMET PLATE. The rare helmet plate for the enlisted mans Guard Du Corps helmet. Some finish slightly rubbed to points of plate with its correct black Eagle Order centre. Both fixing lugs present.

IMPERIAL GERMAN HESSIAN MEDAL GROUP. Nice group of four medals comprising the Imperial German 1914 Iron Cross 2nd Class, 1914 War Honour Cross with swords, the Hessian circular Service Medal with a regimental medal of Regiment No.87, with crossed swords for 1914-18. All with their respective ribbons.

IMPERIAL GERMAN HESSIAN MEDAL GROUP. Imperial German medal trio consisting of Iron Cross 2nd Class, Hessian Honour decoration 1914/18 Third Reich awarded WWI Honour Cross with swords. The medals have been court mounted for wear.

IMPERIAL GERMAN HUSSAR AVIATION TUNIC. A scarce very large size Prussian officers Hussar tunic worn by a Leutnant in the 1st Flying Unit. The tunic is constructed from enlisted mans heavy wool grey green cloth. It has all of its subdued grey and black lace. The shoulder boards being in subdued grey black and white for Prussia. Light grey underlay for aviation troops, followed by the exterior braid, with its gilded wing propeller motif with regimental number '1' below. All of the buttons are complete except the very lowest. The tunic has suffered from severe moth damage, which we have tried our best to picture, mainly on the lower half of the tunic. The interior lining is all complete but shredded in places. Loops for the upper left breast for a short medal ribbon bar. Two loops below for one badge. To the upper inner pocket there is a Berlin tailor's label with the officers name attached, dated '1917'. The name is written in early German Sutherlin script and virtually impossible to decipher

IMPERIAL GERMAN HUSSAR COMMEMORATIVE PIPE. During the period of the Imperial German Army the regimental steins, the schnapps bottles, cups and saucers and other china based commemorative items were offered to the various garrison towns and regiments. One of the rarer items were the commemorative pipes, which are constructed in a combination of animal stag, wood, metal, sometimes ivory and the porcelain finial. This scarce Hussar regimental pipe purchased by a trooper in Hussar Regiment No.12 commemorating service from 1910 to 1913, the pipe top is surmounted by the metal miniature of the fur busby. The wood stem being over 3 foot long, with the very top being a Hussar busby, stag twist below with in a metal horseshoe and horse. Carved into the bone beneath the horse '4th Squadron Hussar Regiment 12 Torgau 1910-13'. The pipe is complete with its tassel and its flexible smoking section.

IMPERIAL GERMAN KAR98 CARBINE AMMUNITION POUCH. A single three compartment brown pebbled leather pouch that takes ammunition for the KAR98 cavalry carbine. Maker marked Koln and dated '15' to reverse side. The leather point of the fixing tab of the central pouch is missing, all others intact. Leather generally in good condition.

IMPERIAL GERMAN M.16 CAMOUFLAGE TRENCH HELMET. A good camouflage trench helmet, unfortunately the size stampings are not visible to the interior shell. Finished in the classic block pattern three colour camouflage, brown, green and tan, with wide black separation lines. Good visible camouflage. Some abrasions to the crown. The helmet is with the original owner's name to the interior rear skirt and is with its leather padded liner, which still retains its three liner pads all of which are without the inner horse hair. The tip of one tongue broken only, the leather is still good and supple.

IMPERIAL GERMAN M.18 CAMOUFLAGE HELMET. A rare example of a camouflaged M.18 helmet. The interior of the shell is stamped 'ET66', the exterior in the three colour camouflage of dark maroon, tan and green with the traces remaining of very thin separation lines. Some abrasions to the paint as can be seen, but good colour remaining. The interior M.18 metal liner band is all complete with its three light tan inner pads, generally in good condition, with the tips of two tongues broken and a section of one of those tongues nibbled away by a rodent. The interior horse hair inner pads are missing. Minus its strap.

IMPERIAL GERMAN MODEL 87/88 AMMUNTION POUCHES. A good strong pair of black leather ammunition pouches were still used in WWI, mainly carried by engineers, foot artillery. All leather good and strong, with two tabs to the reverse side having some stitches loose. Traces of maker's mark to one pouch. All matching fittings.

IMPERIAL GERMAN NAVAL BINOCULARS. An ultra rare pair of 7 x 50 magnification Voigtlander of Braunschweig binoculars, marked with the Imperial crown over the letter 'M' and issue number '2926N' the 'N' signifies North Sea Fleet. Optics are generally good, one lens completely clear, the other lens needs cleaning. Complete with its original leather neck strap. The body of the binoculars has lost its rough sand finish to the body of one of the lenses with some slight chipping to the main body, otherwise generally good condition. To find any piece of equipment, Imperial German Naval marked is very difficult.

IMPERIAL GERMAN NAVAL MEDAL GROUP. Any Imperial medal groups to the navy are scarce, this example contains five awards comprising:- Iron Cross 2nd Class, Saxon Coburg War Medal with crossed swords, Navy Corps Flanders Medal, the Navy League Bravery Medal, the WWI Honour Legion Medal. All ribbons in excellent condition with good colour. The Iron Cross retains all its original frosting. The wreath and sword on the Honour Legion medal ribbon is slightly loose. Complete with its pin back suspension.

IMPERIAL GERMAN NAVAL OFFICERS SWORD. A very good example of the deluxe pattern of Imperial German Naval officers sword. The blade is full length and in excellent condition, with good clear etching to both sides of the blade. One side showing floriated patterns, battleships at sea, the Imperial German eagle under an Imperial German crown and anchor with further floriated patterns, crossed sword and cannon. The opposite side is also with floriated patterns, battleships at sea, a logo of crossed cannons under the Imperial German crown and fouled anchor with further images of the globe and oars. The sword has never been cleaned and would appear to have been in the collection of a smoker, the white imitation ivory grip has not been cleaned, there is good gilt to the hilt with both of the folding langets working correctly with the larger one having the Imperial German crown over a fouled anchor. The lion's head has the red and green eyes. The scabbard leather is excellent and undamaged with all of the three mounts being of the hammered variety with good gilt with matching hammered hanging rings.

IMPERIAL GERMAN OFFICERS SHAKO COVER. A good condition officers shako cover, complete with its pre stitched hole to the front for the fitting of the officers field cockade to the helmet. A small hole has appeared either side of the shako cover where the cover itself has been rubbing against the metal of the officer's chin scales. The front and rear turnover sections for the fitting of the cover to the helmet are both marked 'D.R.P.'.

IMPERIAL GERMAN OFFICERS SWORD. A magnificent Imperial German article Damascus gold and blue panelled model 1889 sword. The upper 9 ½ inches of the sword have the blue and deep gold panel, which reads on one side ‘Otto Salchow S/I Ernst Buhtz’. To the opposite side the panel reads ‘Berlin 15th Januar (January) 1900’. The remainder of the blade is artificial Damascus. The blade generally is in excellent condition, it has been lightly sharpened below the blued panel, which was regulation practise for the outbreak of WWI. The hilt, which is deeply cast to a much higher standard than the standard Model 1889 sword, has a folding guard that has the Coat of Arms of Kaiser Wilhelm on the black Eagle Order, the remainder of the hilt, again deeply chased, with the original owners Coat of Arms engraved to the flat top pommel of the hilt. The grip wire is all intact to the grip but slightly loose in places. The leather thumb grip has rotted. The scabbard is undamaged, all original paint finish with some light rusting to the lower half of the scabbard.

IMPERIAL GERMAN PHOTOGRAPHS INCLUDING AVIATION REMOVED FROM ALBUM. A series of 115 card sheets from an album measuring 14 x 11 inches, having a total of 429 images on all of the 115 sheets. We are surmising that this was once part of a huge album. Each page is numbered. 11 to 49 inclusive less page 25, 51 to 104 inclusive, less 84, 109 to 113 inclusive, 121 to 127 inclusive, less 123 and page 130 to 142 inclusive. The majority of the images are one large image per page, other pages have three or four 5 x 3 or 6 x 4 images with some pages with smaller format 6 or 7 images. Every page is annotated, either as a page or singularly under an image. Pages 135 to 142 feature on the visit to an air unit in March 1918 of a high ranking officer. Images of the airfield in Sonthofen with aircraft in the background, the aviators drawn up on parade to meet visiting high ranking officer. Close inspections of aircraft and their engines with aviators standing in the fore and background. Hangers under construction with aircraft being repaired. A group of squadron aviators standing all holding a propeller with aviator standing wearing full flying gear, fur collar leather coats. There is an amazing shot on page 19 of an aircraft engine with a propeller being used to propel a seemingly home made railway engine. A miniature railway has been constructed, probably in the trenches with the aircraft engine to propel the train. The other images seem to concentrate on the Eastern Front. Excellent images of fighting in the snow. Training in the mountains with signal sections. Images on the Bulgarian front in Sofia. March past of Austrian troops in Belgrade. Depot shots within Germany, annotated 'Augsburg 14th February 1918'. Trains snowed in by heavy weather. Magnificent one page shot of a camouflage railway gun. Groups of British prisoners dated '1917'. Camouflage command posts in the forests. The images then moves to the western front. Pictures of destroyed French fortresses. The single large format shots are extremely good of the result of underground mines exploding. Fortresses destroyed. Many seem to feature the damaged French fort of Fort De Manonviller, viewing the destruction of this fort in the many images of that event it is amazing that France invested the huge amount of money and time in constructing the Maginot Line between WWI and WWII thinking that fixed fortresses could repulse anything. An image of very high ranking German officers standing with tourists on a Cupola on this destroyed fort. Many images in the album are devoted to the destruction and capture of this fort and some are dated '1914'. A rare shot of German steam tractors being used to haul guns to the front. German troops advancing through forests across makeshift bridges. A wonderful shot of German troops in the trenches getting ready to go over the top in an assault wearing a mixture of pickelhaubes, shakos and feldmutzes with camouflaged bands and camouflaged covers. A shot from the back of German troops advancing across open ground. Another shot down the trench line with German troops standing on a firing step. German medical unit lined up for inspection with rescue dogs. German staff cars stuck in winter mud. The album then moves back to the eastern front with Russian prisoners, East European peasants, villages in flames. A picture of a German Uhlan wearing his Uhlan helmet performing tricks standing on the saddle of his horse. An excellent group of WWI photographs showing many aspects of life on the front line.

IMPERIAL GERMAN PIONEERS AXE WITH CARRIER. A rare piece of German WWI equipment being the pioneers axe. All wood haft in excellent condition. Metal sections are undamaged with it's very rare all leather holder. The holder is Munich maker marked with very faint traces of the TD Depot markings. The leather is all solid with good stitching, however, we would suggest that the axe should not be removed continuously from the holder and the whole unit itself should not be suspended from a uniform mannequin or any other form of suspension as it may weaken the leather and the stitching further.

IMPERIAL GERMAN PRESENTATION BAYONET. A K.98 style bayonet with double sided blued presentation blade to a worker at the Alexander Coppel blade, sword and dagger manufacturers. One side of blade having Imperial German crown over eagle with various military weapon and drum plus floriated images. Opposite side having central blued panel reading 'ALEXANDER COPPEL, SOLINGEN-HILDEN' motto below 'SEINEMTAPFEREN WERKSANGE HURIGEN'. The bottom line possibly the person who the bayonet was presented to has been erased. Alexander Coppel makers mark stamped to flat back edge of blade. One side of composition groups excellent condition, opposite side chipped. Some minor rusting to plating of pommel top. Bayonet is with its correct bayonet push button fixing clip. Bayonet fitted in its black painted K.98 style scabbard.

IMPERIAL GERMAN PRUSSIAN PICKELHAUBE. A good condition all leather pickelhaube for a Prussian infantryman with field grey fittings. The very small size '55' stamped shell is generally in good condition with slight distortion to the rear peak, one side of the peak being slightly split, front peak good. All of the fittings are a field grey finish. The front peak trim is non distorted. It is complete with its leather chin strap with correct fittings and both of its national and State painted cockades, which are original examples. To the interior, as previously stated, it is stamped size '55' plus maker stamp, plus clear date '1915'.

IMPERIAL GERMAN SAW BACK EDGE SHOVEL, PLUS CRADLE. A rare combination of a 1905 dated Imperial German entrenching tool with one edge of the shovel having a saw back edge. Good wood haft. Fitted into its double dated brown leather cradle, which is in good and strong condition. Brown leather, marked with a Cologne maker's mark and dated '16', followed by the numbers 'TD XVII 1916' on another part of the cradle. Both belt loops are strong. There is a possibility that the long buckled strap that loops into the haft has been replaced, but contemporarily.

IMPERIAL GERMAN SEE FLIEGER ABTEILUNG II CAP TALLY. A rare cap tally for the Imperial German Naval Air Service of See Flieger Abteilung II. Mint unissued condition, full length.

IMPERIAL GERMAN SOLDIERS BRONZED HEAD. A very imposing 15 inch high 11 inch wide across the shoulders and 9 inch wide across the helmet head and shoulders figure of a German soldier wearing the classic M.16 helmet of WWI. These figures were normally associated with the Third Reich period where the helmet was embossed with helmet decals and the figure was known as The Hero. We have never previously come across a First World War version. Constructed in a metal, which we have been unable to identify, and has been bronzed coloured. Very finely detailed face with the M.16 helmet being worn. All original finish remaining. Mounted on a 4 inch deep wood base. Artist signed behind the shoulders and dated '1917'. This item would make an ideal back-drop for a WWI display or is a classic interpretation of the first type of German helmet.

IMPERIAL GERMAN SOUVENAIR ART GE98 RIFLE, LAMP STANDARD. A fantastic piece of Imperial German souvenair art, a full length GE98 maker marked Schilling of Suhl dated '1915' mounted on a circular wooden base fitted with its model 1888 long thin Mauser bayonet. This sort of art was posssibly completed in the US around 1919/20 The end of the barrel coming out at right angles is a tube, which is surmounted by a twin lamp fitting with an American WWI Brodie helmet fitted to the top, this being the lamp shade. The bayonet is complete with its scabbard. The rifle is complete with its bolt. It is fully Imperial marked. The rear strap fitting is missing. The Brodie helmet is painted with the insignia of the American U.S. 2nd Division, which served in France. The model 1888 bayonet is all matching numbers and is marked to the 111th Infantry Regiment. The rifle has had a small hole drilled just in front of the receiver to allow the wire cord to flow through the barrel to enable the electrical fittings to function as a lamp. This is probably the most elaborate piece of U.S. prepared souvenair art we have ever seen. This piece of is at this present time in storage within the United States, it can only be sold within the United States. Where the hole has been drilled in the receiver in the United Kingdom this is still regarded as a live weapon. The prospective purchaser in the United States can have it shipped from its present location in Pennsylvania.

IMPERIAL GERMAN STEIN. A massive size and impressive Imperial German period beer stein having a capacity of 3 litres, measuring 14 inches high and pottery formed. To the front side is the very large Imperial eagle surmounted by the crown. On both sides of the stein are images of Imperial German soldiers wearing pickelhaubes attacking enemy formations. To the base of the stein are the shields of all of the German provinces. To the very top of the stein on the complete circumference there is script exalting the victories of the German Kaiser and Reich. Slight chipping to one edge of base otherwise the stein is totally undamaged and would be a very impressive display piece.

IMPERIAL GUARD REGIMENT SHOULDER BOARDS. A pair of 2nd Guard Regiment Zu Fuss 1915 pattern officers shoulder boards. These are slip-on style, white base, subdued Prussian grey white and black flecked outer lace with red underlay. One subdued field grey rank pip to each board. These are a scarce set of boards that would be fitted to the 1910 field grey tunic.

IMPERIAL OFFICERS BINOCULARS WITH CASE. A pair of poor condition Oigee, Berlin 'DRP' marked binoculars which have a cracked and loose eye piece fitted into an excellent condition opposition paper composition case with all instructions to interior of lid on the use of the binoculars. Case is maker matched to the binoculars. Both twin belt loops intact and in good condition.

IMPERIAL SAXONY GENERAL'S SHOULDER BOARD. A rare shoulder board for a Saxon General. Red underlay. Twisted cord silver with green Saxony fleck with a separate cord of gold for Generals.

ISSUED BINOCULARS. A pair of 6 x 30 London made 1917 dated plus ordnance marked binoculars. Optics reasonably good, slightly cloudy. Undamaged finish to body of binoculars but with some normal service use. Double broad arrow marked to frame in their original blue velvet lined leather carrying case which is missing its long shoulder suspension strap.

ITALIAN WWI ADRIAN HELMET WITH GREEN STRAP. Originally French produced Adrian helmet in horizon blue over-painted in Italian green with its green Italian produced strap fitted. Complete with liner. Minor indentations.

ITALIAN WWI ADRIAN HELMET. Excellent condition skull, retaining all its original paint finish. A small number '5' stamped to face of helmet. Complete with its original liner. Chinstrap missing.

ITALIAN WWI FARINA HELMET. During the course of WWI all the major combatant nations of Great Britain, France, German, Austria and Italy experimented with trench armour and visored helmets, one of the major Italian companies was named Farina, they produced various models of the visored helmet, this example is the short visored version identical to the example shown on page 544 and 545, 546 and 547 of The History of the Steel Helmet of the First World War by Michael J. Haselgrove and Branaslav Radovic. One of the most common features of any Farina helmets found on the market today is that there straps are missing, this one is complete with its original strap. The exterior skull has had some indentations and on inverting the helmet there is some corrosion to the interior steel. The helmets were originally worn with the removable inner padded skull cap, this is of course missing as they are 99% of all Farina helmets. A rare helmet of WWI.

ITALIAN WWI HELMET IN GREEN. The French produced and exported for the use of the Italian Forces Adrian helmet. The interior bowl still with its horizon blue French finish. The exterior bowl and inner peaks and skirt painted in the Italian green colour. Overall finish good with minor chips. The liner is of cloth construction with a chin strap possibly of post WWI vintage.

ITALIAN/CZECH LEGION WWI TUNIC. An ultra rare tunic belonging to a member of one of the Czech volunteers fighting on the Italian front in WWI. The tunic in Italian green has been re-tailored from an early pattern tunic with four pocket configuration with pleated pockets. All silver 'CS' inter-twined buttons with the blue, red and white colours to each collar. Good nap to cloth. One tear to right hand sleeve, one moth hole between the first and second button hole, another at the lower skirt area. Cotton lined. In WWI three legions of Czech volunteers were formed, Russian, French and Italian. The Italian Legion was the smallest and were mainly recruited from Austro/Hungarian prisoners of war, who were originally from the areas of the Empire that subsequently became Czechoslovakia after the Versailles Treaty in 1918. With the tunic is the Italian Alpine hat, complete with its large hand embroidered black eagle badge with the red, white and blue Czechoslovak colours to the centre of the badge, with a Czech Legion small metal badge attached to the left hand side of cap. Complete with feather.

Jager Zu Pfherde Officers Shoulder Boards. A scarce pair of wide pattern shoulder boards for a Hauptmann of Oberleutnant in the Jager zu Pfherde units. Black and white inter-twined bullion with Jager zu Pfherde, base colour in green. One rank pip to each board. Boards are a slip-on style. The marks where a rank pip has been fitted to each board is clearly visible.

KAISERINE PORCELAIN PLATE. An extremely attractive and very rare slightly dished dinner plate belonging to a set of porcelain specially ordered for the Kaiser's wife the Kaiserine. 9¼ inches in circumference. Beautiful inlay to the white porcelain of the Order of the Black Eagle with three others to the centre of the crowned Order of the Black Eagle with floriated designs. Gold edged. Marked to reverse with the Coat of Arms of the Kaiserine, above the trade mark of 'KPM' (Kaiser Porcelain Manufacture). This set can be dated as wartime above the Kaiserine Coat of Arms is the commemoration date of 150 years of Kaiser Porcelain Manufacture from 1763 to 1913. Plate individually numbered '223'. Completely undamaged.

LATE WAR ERSATZ BREAD BAG. An interesting WWI German bread bag being of the extremely late manufacture. The cloth is a very rough Hessian material, the buttons are replaced by leather toggles. The belt hanging loop remains to the centre. The belt mounting loops are superseded by a fixed carrying strap. There is the single D ring and leather keeper for the water bottle as is on all WWI German bread bags. There are various difficult to read stamps to the interior, one has the number ‘18’. The overall condition is excellent with some storage staining and a little wear, there is no fraying or holes.

Leather Anklets. Long black leather anklets to be worn with short ankle boots. Mainly for despatch riders.

LEWIS GUN DRUM. Absolute mint condition Lewis gun drums all in .303 calibre, still in their original grease.

LIVERPOOL PALS WWI UNIT PATCH. An ultra rare 2 inch circular arm patch, embroidered in white, which has toned to a grey colour, for the Liverpool Pals Battalion, showing the image of the Liver Bird. Remains of stitch marks where applied to tunic.

M.15 ADRIAN ENGINEERS HELMET. A fine example of the standard helmet worn from the mid to late war period by a French engineer. The exterior paintwork is approximately 90% present with some minor scratches and one very small dent. The paint remains good and clear with a good frosty matt blue finish. There are some minor rust spots. The interior of the helmet is in excellent condition and is the later war two-piece brown leather liner with the horizon blue headband. The aluminium spacers remain in place. The chinstrap remains intact, these are notoriously weak and missing from a large majority of Adrian helmets. To the front the helmeted cuirass insignia with the ‘RF’ to the breast is in place. The overall condition is stored and excellent, the helmet has received no oil or wax or any other treatments. Engineers Adrian helmets are surprisingly hard to get.

M.15 ADRIAN HELMET FOR ZOUAVES AND TIRAILLEUS. These troops were colonial troops who came from the French colony of Algeria and Morocco. The Muslim crescent badge was affixed to the front of their helmets to denote their status. This helmet is one of the early versions all in horizon blue, the colonial troops moved to mustard in about 1915 for the colour of their uniforms. This particular helmet is in a good medium size. The one-piece early black leather liner is complete. The grey woollen sweat band has some moth damage but remains stable. The aluminium spacers are still in place. Half the chin strap remains but the other half is broken away. There are two very small holes in the front peak probably where a veteran’s plaque was mounted at some point. The badge is a little loose to the skull, however the paint colour matches both the helmet shell and the badge.

M.15 ADRIAN INTENDANCE HELMET. The Intendance were the Commassariat Corp of the French Army, they carried out and over-saw the supply of provisions and ammunition to the French Army. This was by far the smallest branch of the French Army and mostly staffed by officers and senior NCOs. This beautiful example of a helmet has the plaque mounted to the front and the entire helmet has had a secondary coat of horizon blue paint, the helmet plate matching the helmet body exactly. The helmet plate is good and tight to the steel shell. The steel shell has approximately 80% of the original paint with much rust bleed to the surface. There is a pleasant deep patination overall. The lining is the mid war dark two-piece leather lining with a horizon blue woollen headband. All of the aluminium spacers remain. There is one small element of the officers chin strap still left, however the vast majority of the chin strap has unfortunately come away. This is the scarcest and hardest of all of the French Adrian helmets to complete the collection.

M.15 ITALIAN ADRIAN HELMET. France produced a large amount of Adrian helmets for the Italian Government in WWI, basically identical to the French M.15 however having no provisional holes to the front to mount any form of badge. The exterior of the helmet has a hand applied over the original factory applied grey green paint. There is much chipping to the paint, however the patination is nice and shows combat use. There are one or two dents to the crown, however the helmet remains a nice example of a trench worn helmet. The liner is of Italian manufacture and interestingly appears to have been made using the end of a blanket or some such item. There is chain stitched embroidery of the manufacturer’s name still within the band. The chin strap is a contemporary replacement or Italian origin. The alloy spacers remain intact. Good complete Italian First World War helmets have always been difficult to find.

M.16 CAMOUFLAGE HELMET. Good clear camouflage pattern in green, brown and yellow with narrow black separation lines. Unusual red letter 'O' hand applied to front. Helmet is of a small size, shell stamped '62', with its three inner sections of liner attached to leather liner band. All inner horse hair liner pads are missing. One tongue from two of the liner sections are missing. Helmet is fitted with an unusual but original canvas leather chin strap.

M.16 CAMOUFLAGE TRENCH HELMET. An extremely good size 62 shell M.16 camouflage combat helmet. Exterior having an interesting camouflage pattern instead of the normal square and rectangular blocks this is a series of triangular blocks, circles and straight sections all separated by wide black lines. Standard colours of green, tan and brown. The camouflage finish is excellent overall. There are still traces of mud blocking one of the air vents. The interior of the helmet still has its three pad liner complete and they are also with their inner liner pads, however two of the liners have slight damage to the end sections. Plus the leather retaining band in the area of the rear locating rivet is damaged thus making the liner loose from the body in that area. The helmet still retains both of its helmet strap fitting clips and one small section of the original strap with its buckle.

M.16 STEEL COMBAT HELMET. A fine example of the M.16 steel helmet, a general issue item throughout the German army during WWI. This particular helmet is in excellent overall condition, there is some chipping and minor wear to the top, the field green paint remains approximately 85% intact. All rivets remain good and tight to the helmet. There is little rust bleeding through the paint and the colour remains good. The interior lining has the early leather band still in place, one of the original pads still remains in place with all its fingers and cushion still intact. The other two pads are missing. The scarcely encountered original chinstrap still remains in place, the chinstrap has suffered from some stretching, but the leather remains good and supple. All elements of the strap are of deeply patinated brass. The helmet shell itself is marked ‘TJ’ and in a good large 66. The TJ marking is one of the rarer markings and pertains to C.Thiele and Sohne, this firm was based in Lubek. To find untouched WWI German helmets with their original chinstraps still in place is scarce, this helmet was found in the United States of America where leather often suffers from a dryness, this helmet has suffered in this way, the one remaining pad is good, supple and stable.

M.16/17 CAMOUFLAGE HELMET. A classic example of the camouflaged helmet, the camouflaging of helmets and other metal objects was carried out by order in 1918, the Supreme Commander issued a directorate that stipulated the colours and manner of painting, this helmet follows those instructions. To the exterior the paint is the ochre brick red and green segments, the green segments are the original field green segments of factory applied paint, the soldier has applied other areas of brick red and ochre to the helmet’s shell. The black separation stripes are wide and applied in a fairly free manner. The paint remains about 75% to the helmet shell, there is very little rust and chipping, some areas of wear particularly to the ochre areas of the camouflage. The helmet shell itself is a Bell and appears to be size 64. the metal M.17 headband is in place, all rivets are tight and have not been tampered with. The white late war pads are all present, there are some well executed restorations to the very fingertips on a couple of the pads. The original horse hair cushions remain intact. There are manufacturer’s ink stamps to the reverse of the pads. A large percentage of the field grey paint remains to both the inner skirts and the dome. As with 95% of all these helmets the chinstrap is missing.

M.17 CAMOUFLAGE GERMAN TRENCH HELMET. ET64 shell. M.17 helmet, with virtually 100% of its original camouflage paint finish remaining, which is a mixture of block and circular pattern camouflage, which is more unusual than the standard patterns. The coloration and pattern can be clearly seen on our web site images. All of the three internal leather pads are present. One is in excellent condition without its inner horse hair, another one complete with its inner horse hair pad, which has had non contemporary tape used to secure the pad to the M.17 steel sweat band, as has the third one, which is again fitted with tape with two tongues missing but complete with its inner horse hair. The internal drawstring is still attached to the two pads that have their tongues fitted.

M.18 CAMOUFLAGE TRENCH HELMET. A good and scarce M.18 camouflage trench helmet with its original liner and strap, marked to the interior of the shell 'Q66' with faint traces of the original wearer's name hand applied to the interior of the front brim. The exterior has its sectioned three coloured camouflage of green, mustard and brown with narrow black separation lines. Good colour to the camouflage still visible with one area of corrosion to the paint underneath the right hand armour plate lug. All its original liner rivets are present. The interior leather liner in its white leather is all still present, the front pad is very delicately attached to the steel liner band, half of it has split away, it does have its original inner horse hair pad. The right hand pad is completely attached to the liner with its inner horse hair pad. The left hand pad is all complete and attached to the steel band and is missing its inner pad. The helmet is also complete with its correct leather chin strap with its correct sprung loaded clip. The chin strap is all complete, it has been treated with leather food to soften the leather, however it is delicate, great care should be taken in handling it.

M.18 CAMOUFLAGE TRENCH HELMET. A good Q62 shell sized M.18 camouflage combat helmet. Standard block pattern of maroon, brown and green with excellent coverage overall with just minor abrasions. The interior three pad liner is all complete with its undamaged leather pads, leather drawstring and all pads having their inner horse hair padding. The rear rivet holding the liner in place is missing.

M.18 CAMOUFLAGE TRENCH HELMET. A size 62 M.18 camouflage trench helmet shell, unfortunately the identification letters of the manufacturer preceding the size numbers are obliterated through minor corrosion. The exterior paint finish is good, all in subdued colours of brown and maroons, with wide black separation lines. To the central triangular section of the maroon above the front visor there is an identification letter 'G' unfortunately we are unable to identify the meaning of this letter. The interior retains all its apple green paint finish, it's three pad leather liner. The inner horse hair pads are missing and have been substituted with rolled cloth, complete with drawstring.

M.1895 PRUSSIAN BELT. One of the best marked belt leathers we have ever had, it is the standard pattern used on entry to WWI, and typical of the early soldier. The belt itself is fairly unremarkable in its issued state, the buckle being the brass and white metal Gott Mit Uns Prussian State buckle with the centre crown of the buckle being completely free of dents, which is fairly unusual. The hook is also in a brass. The belt leather itself is most interesting, the interior has a very large incised stamp reading ‘EBR.JR.29 1915’ (EBR standing for Ersatz Battalion Replacements to Infantry Regiment 29) After August 1914 German troops suffered heavily, the infantry suffered more than most and replacement battalions were set up. This is a typical belt issued at a replacement depot, this soldier would have undoubtedly have rejoined his parent regiment and continued fighting. Infantry Regiment 29 3rd Rheinisches known as Von Horn.

M.1914 BREAD BAG. The classic wartime model of bread bag carried by the Imperial German soldier. To the regulations after October 1914 they were made of grey cotton. The bread bag is complete with both its belt loops and the hook to the centre for attachment to the leather waist band. One D ring, which is normal for WWI bread bags, this was to carry the water bottle. The interior of the bag has the BAX IV marking and the date ‘1916’, this stamp is for the Leipzig headquarters of that army group. The buttons are all present, one is a period German replacement. One of the small leather tabs is broken, this does not show when the pouch is closed. There is some service staining to the rear and one small hole. The overall condition is excellent and will display well on an Imperial German mannequin.

M.1914 BREAD BAG. An excellent example of the M.1914 bread bag/haversack. These were produced after Germany’s entry into WWI in grey material, previous to this they had been produced in a brown/red canvas. This particular example is in excellent overall condition with only one minor frayed area to one corner. There is a good BAXI 1917 stamp to the interior. The overall colour is good without fading. All three belt mounting straps remain including its central belt hook. There is a single D ring for the water bottle and the brown leather keeper is present. The leather is good, a little stiff and this bread bag would mount excellently for a mannequin display. The BAXI stamp pertains to the Kassel area of Germany.

MACHINE GUNNERS CAPE. Described as cape in the official military listing, introduced early in the war, it was a short waistcoat with padded leather shoulders, this was issued to the No.1. gunner in a Vickers gun team, this was so he could rest the heavy tripod legs over his shoulder whilst in carriage and was used by many Machine Gun Corps troops to carry heavy objects, which would cut into the shoulder over rough terrain. Basically a short bolero type waistcoat with reinforced shoulders and padded shoulder rolls to stop the item slipping from the shoulder. WWI issued tapes were lined in an Egyptian cotton type material, the edging to the shoulders was a white linen material. All these designed features are incorporated on this jacket. The condition is stored mint with some light staining to the leather shoulder areas.

MECKLENBERG OFFICERS SHAKO. An extremely rare all leather officers shako for the Mecklenberg Jager Battalion No.14. Formed in 1821 in Colmar, part of the 15th Army Corps. The leather body of the shako is generally good with some minor solidifying and distortion to the body. Fitted with the officers flat gilded chin scales. It’s rare Mecklenberg plate with its equally rare officers Mecklenberg yellow, blue, red and silver wire officers cockade. Two very simple drilled air vent holes through the upper side of the shako close to the fold of the crown. Fitted with the single national black, red and white cockade. Interior grained dark leather sweat band is in excellent condition with its original inner dark tan silk lining. Faint traces of the original owner’s name hand applied with a very interesting old museum or collection label affixed to the upper inner crown identifying the helmet as being from Mecklenberg and dated 1901.

MECKLENBURG STREILITZ OFFICERS HELMET PLATE. The extremely rare helmet plate being the 8 pointed star with the circular nickel overlay plate of Mecklenburg Streilitz to the centre. It would appear that the two fixing threads to the reverse side may have been either moved or re-affixed. Slight indentations to some tips of the star and edges of the Streilitz overlay plate. The Mecklenburg Streilitz, which is the 2nd Battalion of Grenadier Regiment No.89, is the far rarer of the two Mecklenburg style of plates.

OFFICERS PICKELHAUBE COVER. A large size officers pickelhaube cover, marked 'DRP' to the inside fold-back peak. Some light rust staining. Two small holes.

Officers Puttees. A pair of short light tan officers ankle puttees.

Officers Puttees. 1914/15 period officers puttees. Dark mixed green colour. Fluffy material, excellent condition, with original silk labels.

PAIR OF IMPERIAL GERMAN M.1909 AMMUNITION POUCHES. A standard pair of Imperial German ammunition pouches as carried by infantry soldiers in WWI. The pair are in a good shape and are of a mid to dark brown colour. Much of the pebbled leather remains intact. These are not maker matched and in reality very few pairs of pouches were ever maker marked. Due to huge amounts of re-issues the possibility of men receiving neat matched pairs is something of a collectors myth. The leather remains supple and good, there appears to be no damage or breakage to any of the straps. One of the pouches has a faint SA stamp on the top lid, this shows that it was used after WWI by Finnish forces.

PO8 LARGE PACK. A good large pack, the interesting model which could be used with the 14 pattern leather equipment as well as the 08 equipment. This adaptation was probably carried out towards the end of the war. The pack is in overall excellent condition with light pea green blanco overall, there are various regimental stencilling to the exterior rear. The shoulder retaining straps have the characteristic eyelets for transitional use, there are various stamps to the interior including cancellation. The maker mark is present, although difficult to make out.

PO8 WEBBING BELT. An above average example of the webbing belt for the 1908 equipment. The belt is in a good medium size and clearly marked ME code, ‘1918’, there is a broad arrow inspectors number to one side of this stamp. All buckles are present. The exterior of the belt has a light original pea green blanco colour, the brass is a good colour overall showing a nice patination. Good wartime dated belts are always hard to find.

PRUSSIAN 1889 COLONIAL OFFICERS SWORD. A very good condition Prussian Colonial officers sword. Straight double fullered blade in good bright plate. One very minor section of the blade having black spotting, otherwise double fullered blade in near mint condition. Non maker marked. Fitted to its Colonial pattern hilt, which has the Colonial style eagle in the half bowl hilt. The wood grip is covered in fine quality skin, its original double section twist wire all complete with the Coat of Arms of Wilhelm II, with the crown above to the centre of the grip. The scabbard, which has one dent to the lower section reverse side, with some minor abrasions to the paint. Double hanging ring style.

PRUSSIAN 1889 DELUXE OFFICERS SWORD. A slightly unusual pattern 1889 Prussian Infantry officers sword being of a slightly smaller scale. The double fullered mint bright blade is slightly narrower than standard. 'WKC' marked. In it's brass and gilded hilt, which is deeply chiselled with the top pommel having the Prussian eagle with stands of arms decoration. Deeply chiselled 'D' guard and standard Prussian eagle to the lower bowl of the hilt. Grip excellent, one minor chip to the inside of the pommel with all its wire wrap fitted and its Wilhelm II insignia fitted. The scabbard has minor dents, also slightly narrower to accommodate the narrower blade, with all of its paint finish remaining.

PRUSSIAN 1889 MODEL DEDICATED SWORD. A standard straight bladed model 1889 officers sword with folding shell guard with the eagle and the Coat of Arms of Wilhelm II applied with the Coat of Arms matching to the composition hilt, which retains all of its grip wire in place. The leather steadying tab is in place in the area between the hilt and the base of the D guard. Complete in its original straight scabbard, which has virtually all its original paint finish remaining without indentations. The blade, which is marked with a 'Z' within a shield, for Clemen & Jung, is interestingly numbered 93. It is standard double fullered 1889 model blade, which on the reverse side are floriated patterns and stands or arms, to the face side are the virtually identical floriated patterns with a central panel, which reads 'A.SCHONFELDER INFANTRY REGIMENT 83 3RD COMPANY 1914-15'. The original felt buffer is situated at the top of the blade below the hilt. The blade is virtually mint bright. It is very scarce to find a model 1889 sword with any etched decoration for WWI. Infantry Regiment 83 its correct title was Infantry Regiment Von Wittich, who were a Hessian regiment, raised in 1813, the garrison town of Kassel, who were part of the 11th Army Corps. The helmet cockade is different than the Prussian regiments being in gold, red and black for the 3rd Battalion, known as Waldeck-Pyrmont. A rare sword.

PRUSSIAN 25 YEAR ARMY LONG SERVICE MEDAL. All gilt remaining to this very impressive Imperial German award, instituted in 1870. Complete with its blue ribbon. This is the 2nd type, 39mm.

PRUSSIAN 51ST ARTILLERY BEER STEIN. A very fine condition pottery stein belonging to a reservist Mild, who did a reserve duty between 1909 and 1911 with Field Artillery Regiment 51. Fine decoration to stein, totally undamaged porcelain, with the finial having an officer on horse with artillery gun with two soldiers. Artillery gun having some light restoration.

PRUSSIAN 8TH HUSSARS OFFICERS BUSBY IN ORIGINAL CASE. covered body, which is in excellent condition. The busby bag is in light blue. The helmet is with its correct gilded chin scales. White metal Mit Gott Fur Konig Und Vaterland scroll. Correct silver wire woven officers cockade. Black and silver Prussian wire woven caplines. The interior cream leather sweatband has considerable age and storage staining. The helmet still retains its inner silk lining. Stamped into the upper inner crown are the faint traces of the original wearer's initials. Two very minor moth nips to the blue bag. All of the Oppossum fur is excellent without any rotting evident. The full designation of the 8th Hussar is Hussar Regiment Kaiser Nikolaus II, of Russia. (The 1st Westphalian No.8). They were formed in 1815, the garrison town was Paderborn, they were part of the 7th Army Corps. The helmet is fitted into its original card and leather carrying case, which has had some damage and has been repaired.

PRUSSIAN ARTILLERY 1 YEAR VOLUNTEER PICKELHAUBE. A very good condition 1 year volunteer pickelhaube. Although unstamped for size it is possibly size 54. The skull itself is excellent with minor crazing. Some minor distortion to the edges of the back peak, front peak good without any distortion to the interior brass trim, which is of the wider pattern than the enlisted man's peak trim, indicating 1 year volunteer or NCO. All the fittings are of brass with ball top for an Artillery Regiment. The helmet is complete with its national and State cockades, the national cockade being of the rounded edge serrated style. Original leather strap with brass fittings. The interior is all leather and is generally in good condition, all the tongues are complete, which comprise of 14 individual tongues, which also identifies it as being a 1 year volunteer or NCO's helmet. The original drawstring is complete. Applied in the area of the inner forehead between the plate fixing nuts is the original owner's name and unit label, which in German reads '1 Year Volunteer Schulze' unfortunately the detail of the actual Regiment is difficult to decipher.

PRUSSIAN ARTILLERY OFFICERS PRESENTATION SWORD. A rare extremely long Damascus blue and gilt bladed Prussian officers sword. The sword, which measures overall 43 inches must have belonged to a very tall officer. The spear point blade with its Damascus pattern good and clear without any scratches, abrasions or sharpening, which has the first 4 inches of the blade in a blue and gilt pattern. To the piped backed edge of the upper blade is the maker's name of 'Ewald Cleff, Solingen'. To one side of the gilt foliate panel is a blue central panel with the word 'Eisenhauer. To the opposite side the central panel has the word 'Damaststahl' also with the identical maker's name. The hilt, which is of extremely fine quality, is in the D shape form. It has an unusual and very deeply formed lion's head. The knuckle bow, again deeply chased, with foliate patterns including a flaming bomb. It has good gilt overall. The unusual stepped pattern grip is covered in a high quality skin and silver twist wire. The front langet has the crossed cannons for artillery, the rear langet has the original owner's initials engraved to the central panel. Across the back strap, written in German, in script, 'In memory of Albert Ostermann'. To the interior of the D shaped grip is engraved 'Mai 1888'. The steel unpainted scabbard has some very minor evidence of pitting with the two hanging rings still in their original brass colour, totally undented.

PRUSSIAN ARTILLERY STEIN A complete undamaged and rare stein being porcelain in the shape of an artillery shell, with a gilded pointed lid with all the graduations to the lid identical to the tip of an artillery shell. The lithophane to the front in perfect condition. Previously owned by a reservist in Field Artillery Regiment No.29 Koblenz. His service was from 1897 to 1899.

PRUSSIAN CUIRASSIER PRE WAR STYLE TROOPERS HELMET. A very rare metal lobster tail helmet of WWI being the pre war configuration all polished steel lobster tail helmet but wartime dated. During the early years of WWI the lobster tail helmets both the Jager Zu Pferde and the Cuirassier Regiments were changed from their pre war configuration to subdued field grey. The standard cuirassier helmet of WWI with leather chin strap, polished steel body and field grey fittings is relatively easy to obtain, the pre war configuration having a highly polished body, all brass trim, brass front plate, spike base and clip-over chin scales is extremely rare. This helmet must have been produced just before the change over as it is maker marked ‘C.E.Juncker’ and dated ‘1915’. The skull of huge proportions, probably size 62, has just very minor pin size indentations. All of the brass fittings, which include the spike base, large early style front plate, the clip over chin scales and the brass trim running around the full circumference of the body and the brass studding of the lobster tail all match in colour and condition. The spike of course is removable and is in steel. The helmet is complete with its original large size State and national cockades. The upper interior skull retains much of its original blackened finish as does the rear lobster tail. 30% of the green painted finish is visible to the interior front peak. The helmet is with its complete original leather liner. Also, unusually, the Prussian front plate that was used in the construction of this helmet is the early 1870 style, the bolt fittings for securing the plate to the shell are part of the helmet plate and when undone two leaf style bolt heads come away from the front plate. A rare helmet.

PRUSSIAN CURRASSIER OR DRAGOON ENLISTED MANS POUCH. A large leather pouch with some congealing but leather good and strong. Known as the Kartuschkasten, with the circular emblem attached of the Prussian eagle over a spray of drums, cannons and flags with 'FR' to the centre of the eagle. Unusually two small pin holes either side of the circular disc.

PRUSSIAN DRAGOON NCO'S LEATHER PICKELHAUBE. A very good condition all leather large size pickelhaube for a senior NCO in either Prussian Dragoon Regiment 4,5,6,10,12 or 15. All white metal fittings including plate, spike, spike base, chin strap end caps, front trim. The remaining four stars and half domed chin scales being in gilded metal. Some slight crazing to front and back peaks and crown but good and bright and strong. Good condition mid tan leather sweat band, which does show wear use but much original colour. The helmet is complete with its light tan inner silk liner. The colour of the upper inner crown still has much of its mid tan remaining. All of the nuts have their original washers in place.

PRUSSIAN ENLISTED MANS BUCKLE WITH FIELD GREY/GREEN PAINT. The all steel buckle for a Prussian enlisted man with virtually all its original field grey/green paint remaining.

PRUSSIAN ENLISTED MANS BUCKLE. IN 3/4 SIZE. A very unusual variant of the Prussian enlisted mans buckle, being an all brass body with a nickel overlay plate with the Gott Mit Uns scroll, crown to centre. Double pronged reverse side fixing. Possibly for use with a blue parade uniform.

PRUSSIAN ENLISTED MANS DRAGOON OR JAGER ZU PFERDE PICKELHAUBE PLATE. A good condition well defined enlisted mans plate for the Prussian Dragoon or Jager Zu Pferde helmet. The crown at one stage has been damaged and has been re-affixed to the head of the eagle. This quality of plate could also be used on the pre and early wartime period blackened skull Jager Zu Pferde enlisted mans helmet of Regiments 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 and 13 only of the Jager Zu Pferde Regiments.

PRUSSIAN ENLISTED MANS PICKELHAUBE. An all leather pickelhaube for an enlisted man in Prussian Infantry Regiment number ‘28’. The skull is generally in excellent condition, medium size, has no indentations or damage, however some of the Shellac has cracked from the crown area and hopefully can be viewed on our web images. All of the fittings are brass and match exactly in colour. The helmet is with its original chin strap with brass fittings plus its national and Prussian State cockade. To the interior of the peak trim there is one split. The helmet is with its original liner, which has all the tongues complete and is clearly marked ‘R28’ and dated ‘1910’ to the interior back peak. There is the faint impression of a hand applied original owner’s name to the right hand side of the inner back peak as the helmet is viewed, there are also faint remains of manufacturer’s stampings to the interior crown, which retains all its original light tan finish.

PRUSSIAN FIELD ARTILLERY REGIMENT 46 OFFICERS PICKELHAUBE. A magnificent condition large size all leather pickelhaube for an officer in Prussian Field Artillery Regiment No.46 of the 3rd Battery and Staff. A good size officers pickelhaube that the leather has toned to a matt finish which generally occurs when the helmet is dry stored. It has a nice matt finish overall. There is minor crazing and creasing to the front and back peaks but without any misshaping. The stitching to the peaks front and rear are strong. All of the fittings which include the back strap, artillery ball and circular ball base, front officers peak trim, domed chin scales and Prussian plate are all in the most magnificent bright Mercury gilt. The Prussian plate is of the standard style, it is only the 1st, 4th, 5th and 6th Batteries that had the Peninsular, Waterloo and Gohrde scroll fitted. The helmet is with its original officers national and State cockades. On inverting the helmet the inner front and back peaks are still with their original green and red imitation leather material. The officers leather sweat band retains virtually all of its light tan colour and is complete with its artificial green silk inner lining. The inner skull still retains its good light tan leather and it is rubber ink stamped size ‘57’. In the area between the two plate attachment points is a regimental canvas label, which reads ‘LT.G.SCHREIBER F.A.R.46’. The helmet is with its original field camouflage cover and original transportation and storage box, this has lost its carrying straps. On two positions on the box there is a very early collector or museum label indicating the origin and the regiment of this helmet, the same label is applied to the lid. An opportunity to obtain a very fine condition Prussian officers Field Artillery pickelhaube.

PRUSSIAN FOOT ARTILLERY OFFICERS PICKELHAUBE. A very fine condition large size Prussian Foot Artillery officers pickelhaube. All leather skull. Very minor congealing to crown area and front and back peaks. Standard Prussian officers helmet plate. Standard flat chin scales, which is correct for Foot Artillery. National and Prussian State cockades fitted with the size '57½' pencilled to the inner skull. The gilded fittings to the helmet, although in the image look dull, with the use of a light mix of ammonia and washing up liquid through our experience we can tell that all of the gilt below these years of dirt will be good, clear and bright.

PRUSSIAN GARDE CUIRASSIER REGIMENT SWORD. A rare sword, possibly belonging to an NCO of the Prussian Garde Cuirassier Regiment. The Kaiser Garde Cavalry Regiments comprised of the Garde Du Korps and the Garde Cuirassier Regiment, this example having an absolutely mint straight blade with one central fuller. To the face side there are floriated patterns with three central panels with blued backing. The long central panel with the highlighted Regimental designation Garde-Cuirassier-Regiment. The left hand panel having, in white metal laid on the blue panel, the black Eagle Order of the Garde. To the right hand panel is the head of a horse on a blued panel. To the reverse side of the blade there are etched floriated patterns plus two Stands of Arms, with the large central panel of two Cavalry Regiments charging with the central trumpeter. The left hand Regiment wearing the Garde du Corps eagle helmets. At the very top of the blade it is unusually stamped '3.106.' all fitted into its three bar 1889 model hilt with officers ray skin covered grip with all its grip wire intact. It is further stamped within the inner side of the bowl '330Y' followed by 'HCS' and Roman numerals 'III'. The sword is with its original straight scabbard, which has had some light varnished placed over the paint. One of the hanging rings has been removed. It is match stamped to the blade '3.106' and still retains its gold brocade on red leather hanging strap. Apart from the rarity of the sword it is also unusual being officially stamped. Our only theory on this is that it could be an issued Garde Cuirassier Regiment sword to a Senior NCO of the Regiment.

PRUSSIAN GENERAL STAFF OFFICERS VISOR CAP. A scarce visor cap for an officer on the General Staff. Crimson waffenfarbe to crown with matching crimson centre band. Field grey body. Some minor nicks to cloth mainly on the rear overhang and rear of crown. One moth nip to crimson centre band. Leather lining all intact and undamaged. Complete with its leather strap, officers national and State cockades.

PRUSSIAN GUARD NCO'S HELMET. A near unworn condition Guard Schutzen Battalion NCO's shako. Only very minor crazing to the shako shaped helmet skull. Exterior has the nickel plated and frosted NCO's Guard front plate, the difference between an NCO's and an enlisted mans is the prominence of the Swm.Cuique scroll centre to the plate as against an enlisted mans being flat. National cockade with the black and white Prussian field cockade fitted. All white metal fittings to the black leather chin strap. Interior liner showing very minor indications of wear use. Size stamped '57'. Original leather drawstring to the lining. Marked to the inner rear peak 'KBAG' and dated '1916'. The 'KBAG' is the marking for the Guard Clothing Depot. A further mark inside the crown within a rectangle 'GSB' (Guard Schutzen Battalion).

PRUSSIAN GUARD PIONEER ENLISTED MANS HELMET PLATE. The large and impressive all nickel plated plate for a Guard Pioneer pickelhaube. The main plate and the overlay starburst being in nickel, totally undamaged.

PRUSSIAN MACHINE GUN PARADE TUNIC. A very fine example of the parade tunic worn by machine gunners. The material is in the classic machine gunners green. Red cuffs, collar and shoulder boards with chain stitched number '7' to each board. Prussian discs to each side of the red collar. Red piping to the front and rear skirt. All gilded domed buttons. One small area of moth in the lower rear skirt with slight moth tracking across the back panel, otherwise the tunic is generally moth free with various scatterings of tracking. The interior of the tunic is beautifully tailored and padded in artificial silk lightweight cotton.

PRUSSIAN MANS FELDMUTZE AND CAMOUFLAGE BAND. An above average example of the field cap worn by all German other ranks, this particular example is for infantry with red piping and with the Prussian State and national cockades to the front. The nap of the cloth is a little worn and shows good combat use. The red woollen band and piping are in very good condition. There are a couple of tiny moth nips to the red band. The lining is in good order and has one stamp, which is indecipherable to the centre. There is the usual grease staining and wear to the head band, however the cap remains in a good form and shape. Complimenting the cap is an original camouflage band, these bands were approved by the Prussian War Ministry in March 1915, they were worn around the bright red centre band of the feldmutz, they were attached through the front cockade in a buttonhole style and buckled to the rear, this excellent example has a good large stamp to the rear reading ‘201 BD3 1917’. There is some corrosion to where the buckle joins the silken tape but this still remains good and stable. The cap is in a good reasonably large size, over the last few years these hats which were fairly common appear to be becoming more and more difficult to source, particularly in good service condition.

PRUSSIAN NCO'S PICKELHAUBE. A small size all leather pickelhaube as worn by an NCO in a Prussian Infantry Regiment. The form of the skull of the helmet is in officers form. There is considerable crazing to the skull. The front plate is the officers quality plate with good gilt and cut out crown. Officers style front trim. All leather enlisted mans chin strap with brass buckles. National and State cockades being in enlisted mans form. The spike is of semi officers style with domes to the top of the spike base instead of stars. The interior is officers style with a mid tan leather liner and having original very light cream officers silk inner liner fitted, all of which is in good condition.

PRUSSIAN PILOT'S BADGE. An excellent example of the classic double constructed rayed back C.E.Juncker Pilot's Badge, complete with a single blow hole below the pin assembly. Marked 'C.E.Juncker, Berlin' over half moon crown and '800' silver mark. The Pilot's Badge, Observer Badge and Air Gunners Badge have diligently been collected over many years by one collector who managed to obtain all of these badges with identical markings.

PRUSSIAN PIONEER ENLISTED MANS PICKELHAUBE. A scarce all leather pickelhaube belonging to a member of Prussian pioneer battalion 8. The leather skull is generally good with some crazing to the front and back peaks. Minor indentation to one side of the leather skull but good bright colour. All the fittings in white metal are matching. The front peak trim has a slight kink to the interior. All other fittings are excellent including the Prussian plate. The leather strap having it's white metal fittings. The helmet is complete with it's national and Prussian state cockades. The interior liner is all complete with original drawstring. One rodent nip to two parts to the liner but only small. To the interior skull which has darkened there is a remains of the original owners name label. To the inner rear peak there are many markings, the clearest being 'Pioneer battalion 8'.

PRUSSIAN RESERVE CUIRASSIER OFFICERS HELMET. Please visit our special items page for full description and photo presentation.

PRUSSIAN RESERVE TRAIN OFFICERS PICKELHAUBE. All leather pickelhaube, the size is 56½, worn by a reserve officer of a Train Battalion. The skull is generally good with slight crazing in places. Minor distortion to the rear peak and some markings to the patent finish of the front peak. The shell is pencil marked '56½'. All fittings of gilded brass with cut out crown to officers plate having the standard 'RF' to the centre of the breast with the reserve officers cross below. There is no Royal motto indicating a reserve officer. This is of late WWI construction. The domed chin scales have lost their gilding. The helmet has its correct national and State officers cockades fitted. The interior leather sweat band retains much original light tan colour with light spotting, it also has its inner artificial silk liner. The green imitation leather behind the front peak is slightly distorted as is the red imitation leather on the inner side of the back peak. The inner crown of the helmet has all its original colour.

PRUSSIAN STATE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICIAL'S BUCKLE. Standard Prussian circular gilt belt buckle with the administrative type eagle in a rectangular block below crown. Complete with its double pronged keeper. Good gilt.

PRUSSIAN TRAIN BATTALION 8 NCO'S PICKELHAUBE. A good large size all leather pickelhaube belonging to an NCO or one year volunteer or Prussian train battalion no. 8. The skull is excellent with minor crazing to the front and back peak. No repairs or restorations to any part of the helmet. All of the fittings in a subdued matching gilt brass. Correct NCO's quality national and state cockades fitted. Clip over domed chin scales. The interior liner is all complete with the tip of four tongues split. Two kinks to the interior front peak trim. Clearly stamped to the rear peak 'Train battalion 8,' with an army group no. with faintly dated 1916.

PRUSSIAN TRAIN BATTALION OFFICERS TUNIC. A good condition tailor made Hauptmann's tunic to an officer in the 8th Prussian Train Battalion. Tunic is the standard field grey 1910 configuration. Two lower hidden flapped pockets without buttons. Light blue piping to collar. Light blue underlay to the stitch-in shoulder boards, of which the outers are the standard Prussian aluminium wire of silver and black. Twin gilt Hauptmann's rank pips with gilt regimental number '8' to the centre. All field grey buttons. Red piping to front skirt of tunic and rear skirt. Light blue piping to deep turned back cuffs, each of which have two field grey buttons attached. A mixture of grey and green cotton lining with one inner pocket. One major moth nip behind the top button. Other minor areas of moth tracking but generally the nap of the cloth excellent. One bottom field grey button missing to front of tunic with a further moth repair to lower skirt. Full loops to upper left breast for long medal ribbon bar.

PRUSSIAN TRAIN BATTALION OFFICERS TUNIC. A good condition tailor made Hauptmann's tunic to an officer in the 8th Prussian Train Battalion. Tunic is the standard field grey 1910 configuration. Two lower hidden flapped pockets without buttons. Light blue piping to collar. Light blue underlay to the stitch-in shoulder boards, of which the outers are the standard Prussian aluminium wire of silver and black. Twin gilt Hauptmann's rank pips with gilt regimental number '8' to the centre. All field grey buttons. Red piping to front skirt of tunic and rear skirt. Light blue piping to deep turned back cuffs, each of which have two field grey buttons attached. A mixture of grey and green cotton lining with one inner pocket. One major moth nip behind the top button. Other minor areas of moth tracking but generally the nap of the cloth excellent. One bottom field grey button missing to front of tunic with a further moth repair to lower skirt. Full loops to upper left breast for long medal ribbon bar.

PRUSSIAN ULHAN ENLISTED MANS HELMET. A scarce and excellent condition war time produced Ulhan regiment enlisted mans helmet. The skull all of leather. The removable top of tin. The skull is excellent with minor indentations with it's correct small size field grey chemically patinated Prussian eagle. All other fittings are in matching patinated grey finish. One single national enlisted ranks cockade. The removable tin top is in excellent undamaged condition, with just slight abrasions to two upper edges of the mortar board style top. Complete with it's Prussian black and white field cockade, which does have some slight moth damage to the edges. The interior linings are all complete. It is undamaged and with the upper inner areas still with light tan colour, the lower area having some dark discolouration. TO the interior front peak there is some crazing to the leather. Leather chin strap complete with it's correct fittings. Faint traces of a manufacturers rubber oval ink stamp to the interior with the size '55' clearly marked.

RARE PRUSSIAN FIELD GREY BUCKLE. A highly unusual enlisted mans belt buckle, one piece stamped, measuring 3 inches in width, retaining all its original field grey finish. The folded top edge is slightly distorted to the top right hand side as the buckle is viewed, complete with its correct twin pronged fixing tube for the leather belt adjuster. Standard width for any Imperial enlisted mans buckle is 2¼ inches. The construction, style and shape is identical in every respect of the standard 2¼ inch width buckle.

REPRODUCTION 1915 LUGER HOLSTER. An extremely good reproduction of a brown leather Luger holster for the PO8, marked to reverse 'Hans Roma 1915 Neu-Ulm' having a single belt loop fixing to reverse with two upper straps that are similar fixings for the Artillery Luger holster. Complete with interior stripping tool pouch. Although these are probably the same manufacturer as the reproduction Artillery Luger holsters and the Mauser 1896 skeleton rig holster, both of which are commonly encountered, the PO8 holster is seldom found.

ROYAL ARMY MEDICAL CORPS SENIOR STAFF OFFICER UNIFORM GROUPING. A nice grouping of items being a khaki drill officers tunic of typical WWI construction, probably manufactured in India or the Middle East. The tunic has the reinforced belt area, which is typical of early and mid war tunics. All buttons are matching RAMC buttons and are of highly polished appearance. To each rear cuff there are RAMC buttons. The dull cherry staff gorgets are typical of the Royal Army Medical Corps. To each upper epaulette are the crowns and stars of a full Colonel. There is some discoloration due to washing however the tunic is in excellent overall condition, there is some fraying to the epaulettes due to extra holes where the officer has been promoted and continued to wear the same tunic, this would be normal practice during the war. With the outfit is the officers full dress type visor cap, these visor caps were worn in various tropical theatres of war and were always worn with a khaki drill cap cover, this example has the khaki drill cap cover tightly fitted to the upper crown. The cap band is of dull cherry colour, the badge to the front is the high quality bullion staff badge. The side buttons are for Indian service indicating this cap was initially worn in the Indian sub continent. Many troops from the sub continent fought in Palestine and various other operations including the disastrous operation at Kutt in the country now known as Iraq. The unit is completed by a Sam Browne belt with the matching cross strap. The overall condition is good and service worn and would make an excellent upper torso display as is.

ROYAL FLYING CORPS ENLISTED MANS OVERSEAS CAP. A well service used large size overseas cap worn by an enlisted man in the Royal Flying Corps. Much nap of cloth missing with two snags to one side of cloth and three holes to opposite side. Royal Flying Corps bronze cut out badge fitted with two General Service buttons to front. Inside much wear use in evidence to the sweat band. On lifting the fold down sides of the cap the original nap is thick.

ROYAL FLYING CORPS GAUNTLETS A fine pair of all leather and fleece lined dark brown leather gauntlets, which are fleece lined to the hand section, used by Royal Flying Corps personnel. Complete with their adjustable male/female pop studs, connectors at the wrist section.

ROYAL FLYING CORPS SHOULDER TITLES. A complete matched pair of Royal Flying Corps enlisted mans shoulder titles. Some moth damage has affected the titles as can be viewed on our web images. However, a good matching set.

ROYAL NAVAL AIR SERVICE GOLD SWEETHEART BROOCH. A very finely crafted 9 carat gold Royal Naval Air Service brooch, complete with its pin back suspension. Fully gold hallmarked plus original makers name.

ROYAL NAVAL AIR SERVICE WHITE METAL SWEETHEART BROOCH. A single stamped white metal Royal Naval Air Service sweetheart brooch.

ROYAL NAVAL AIR SHIP CYCLING CLUB BADGE. A very rare 1¼ inch circumference badge, the central feature being an air ship with a gondola below, with running through the spokes of a wheel, above and below the air ship in gold and blue enamel two scrolls reading 'Naval Airship Cycling Club'. Standard pin back construction. Non maker marked. It can only be imagined how few of these badges were produced.

ROYAL NAVAL DIVISION OFFICERS BOOTS. An interesting pair of British officers field boots from WWI. The boots started out life as standard brown leather private purchase officers ankle boots but have had the addition of a pair of the rare webbing exterior with leather interior Royal Naval Division long gaiters, thus converting the boots from ankle boots into long field boots, presumably by an officer in the Royal Naval Division. Any items of clothing uniform or insignia from the Royal Naval Division are considered scarce. One small repair to leather, both upper straps have an addition of extra length of leather fitted.

ROYAL WELSH FUSILIERS MACHINE GUN CORPS TRENCH LIGHTER. A lighter which appears to be commercially produced, nickel plated over brass having to one side of the lighter a button from the Machine Gun Corps to the opposite side is a button from the Royal Welsh Fusiliers.

RUSSIAN BLUE ADRIAN SHELL. An exceptionally interesting shell of an Adrian helmet painted blue and supplied to the Russians. Some research has shown us that it is quite possible the initial deliveries of Adrian helmets to the Russian Government were in fact blue, this was also the case with the Belgians and the Italians, the initial deliveries were supplied in French standard blue grey colour. This particular helmet is photographed in the excellent book The History of the Steel Helmet in the First World War by Michael Haselgrove and Branaslav Radovic and published by Schiffer Books. The helmet is pictured on page 632. Another picture of Adrian helmets with vastly different coloured badges can be found on page 204 of The Russian Imperial Guard by Gorokhoff. This period photo shows a large grouping of troops all wearing the Adrian helmet, some appear to wear no badge where the vast majority seem to wear what is obviously difficult to ascertain from a black and white photo but a very light coloured helmet probably in the sand colour, however the badge is much darker and appears to be blue. Due to the desperate nature of the issuing of equipment it is quite possible it was issued in odd batches. The helmet itself is in fairly average condition, there is an area where the comb has rusted through to the rear, there is no liner or chin strap. An historically important helmet.

RUSSIAN CAPTURED BY THE AUSTRIANS SOHLBERG MODEL 16 HELMET. An exceptionally scarce item being a Russian produced helmet subsequently captured by advancing Austro Hungarian forces, these helmets were returned to a depot rail head. Records have been found in the Austrian War Ministry that link these helmets. They were sent to a collection point at Brunn Mariaenzersdorf for processing in 1917. The shells were repainted and an Austrian type liner system was introduced. This particular helmet has to the exterior the riveted top knob. To the sides the Austrian chin strap bales have been riveted on. The existing Russian holes have been carefully plugged. The liner has been permanently attached using mechanical rivets. Much of the original Russian paint can clearly be seen below the hand applied Austrian coat. The liner is made of a compressed felt-like material. The chin strap is leather and riveted in place and shows a large Austrian type equipment buckle. Although the condition is fairly poor for this helmet it is however complete. There are many areas of rust pitting to the painted exterior. To the interior the liner band is rusted and approximately just over half of the original felt liner remains in place. The chin strap is fragile and has its original Austrian equipment buckle still in place. This helmet shows the complex nature of the use of equipment by both sides during WWI. An interesting helmet.

RUSSIAN IRANIAN CONTRACT CAVALRY SWORD. An interesting sword being basically the 1881 pattern Dragoon Troopers sword of the Imperial Russian Army, these were made under contract supplied to the cavalry of Iran, they have various Arabic characters and numbers to the blade and the pommel, the basic hilt is exactly as the Russian model, with deep brass mounted rosewood. The scabbard is of metal with a single ring for suspension. The overall condition is good, the scabbard has much of its original blueing, there is a good brass patination to the hilt. The blade itself is polished to a bright colour, it appears to have been combat sharpened and shows many sharpening marks. Russian blades were generally supplied in this fashion and were ordnance cleaned regularly.

RUSSIAN MADE SOHLBERG HELMET. Believed to be the holy grail of the Russian manufactured Sohlbergs. This example with it's welded ventillation panel to the top instead of riveted with it's conicle dome. Retaining all of it's original paint finish. 3 minor dents to the crown, with it's original canvas lining. The chin strap is missing.

RUSSIAN WWI STICK GRENADE. A good example of the extremely rare Russian WWI grenade. The main box has suffered lightly from corrosion but still have good clear Cyrillic markings plus date '1915'. The metal handle which is attached to what we believe to be a restored wood haft has suffered more from corrosion but the whole grenade is still intact.

RUSSIAN WWI STICK GRENADE. An example of the extremely rare Russian WWI grenade. The main box body has suffered considerably from corrosion but still with clear Cyrillic markings and date '1914'. It would appear from the condition of the metal, which, as stated, is all intact but slightly corroded, the wood haft has possibly been restored.

RUSSIAN/GEORGIAN FOLK ART DOLL. A very fine condition and rare 15 inch in length soft bodied doll in the traditional dress of a Georgian. He is wearing the classic Georgian head dress, Cossack style coat with a facsimile kindjal tucked into a waist band. Complete with long Russian boots. Slight scuffing to cloth of face. On opening the long coat a printed label states ‘Made in Russia’ with hand applied ‘Georgian’. Beneath the coat he is wearing the high collar shirt. We have dated this as just after 1921 by the following method:- William McKinlay the 25th President of the USA introduced the highly protectionist McKinlay Tariff Act of 1890 imposing tariffs on many imports, all items had to be labelled with the country's name alone. After 1921 the act was amended to require the phrase ‘MADE IN’ proceeding the country of origin.

SAM BROWNE SWORD FROG AND STEADYING STRAP. A scarce grouping being the officers Sam Browne mounted sword frog together with its scarce steadying strap. The steadying strap was originally issued for belt attachment and would have wrapped around the sword, however officers found this impractical and attached them directly to the sword frog. This particular sword frog has this means of attachment and has been together always. The condition is excellent and supple but dusty. This leather would come up wonderfully with a minor polish.

SAXON ENLISTED MANS BELT AND BUCKLE. An excellent condition all stamped steel Saxon buckle, which has a very unusual fixing system. It has the original twin pronged locking system with an extra bar with prongs across the back side of the buckle. The buckle still has its original Saxony Leipzig maker's stamp with date '1915'. Complete with its leather belt of which four extra single holes have been punch to the centre of the leather. A rare buckle.

SAXON FUSILIER REGIMENT 108 SHAKO PLATE. The rare field grey shako plate for Saxon Fusilier Regiment No.108, all in field grey complete with its twin fixing loops. It could also be worn on the identical shako for Saxon Jager Battalions 12 and 13. These were the three only units that wore this style of shako with the bugle horn below the Saxon Coat of Arms.

SAXON GUARD REITER ENLISTED MANS HELMET AND SHOULDER STRAPS. A rare Saxon Guard Reiter enlisted mans lobster tail helmet and matching enlisted mans shoulder boards. Recently acquired by us from an old German collection this Saxon Guard Reiter helmet has seen considerable use, however it is generally in good collectable condition. The skull, which is maker stamped 'JAMASCHAKE' and size stamped '57' has had some indentations which have been straightened. The rear lobster tail is a good tight fit to the main body. The front peak is totally undamaged. There are no extra holes for the fitting of the front plate or around the spike base. The correct large size Cuirassier domed chin scales are complete and strong. The helmet is complete with its Reich cockade but missing its Saxon cockade. The front plate is all complete and undamaged. The spike and spike base are good. To the interior the original green paint finish behind the front peak is still visible as is some of the black paint on the rear inner lobster tail. The helmet is with its original liner, which is cracked in places but has all its tongues present. Complete with the helmet are a pair of the Saxon enlisted mans full dress shoulder boards with the Bavarian crown to the exterior with some mothing to the blue cloth below. Complete with its parade lion, the value of this helmet would be in the region of £6,000 to £7,000.

SAXON M.1910 OFFICER CANDIDATE TUNIC. A Saxon officer candidate M.1910 tunic, privately purchased and constructed in a cloth half way in weight between an officers and enlisted ranks. Stand collar, which is royal blue piped. The front of the tunic and the classic Saxon rear skirt is piped in golden yellow. The Swedish cuffs are piped in blue. The stitch-in shoulder boards with faded golden yellow underlay and subdued NCO tress to the outer section of the boards. Saxon green and white ribbon attached to the second button hole, which appears to have possibly crossed swords motif missing from the ribbon. All matching officers pattern brown painted crowned buttons. Some moth to the upper collar edge. Two moth holes to the lower right front chest area. Right hand sleeve elbow with other very minor scatterings of moth, generally the tunic is moth damage free. Interior lining all complete with obvious service wear. The tunic is for a Saxon Provisioner, or known as an officierstellvertreter.

SAXON ONE PIECE STAMPED BUCKLE IN NICKEL.. An unusual all one piece stamped Saxon enlisted mans belt buckle which has areas of the plating lifting showing metal below.

SAXON UHLAN REGIMENT NO.17 ENLISTED MANS CZAPSKA. An extremely rare Model 1868 Imperial German Saxon Uhlan Regiment No.17 enlisted mans czapska. The leather body in exceptionally good condition with just minor crazing to the peak. The larger square mortarboard top totally undamaged but with crazing overall. The white material to the lower sides of the mortarboard top has suffered severely from moth, which we have tried to indicate on our web site images, however the correct white material for Regiment 17 is clear. The helmet is with its correct domed chin scales. Saxon enlisted mans front plate and Saxon green and white field cockade. The interior liner is again in exceptional condition with very slight rodent nips to two areas in the lower section of the liner. Fitted to the inside of the skull is the original owners name label 'Gefreiter Buchner' his unit details are exactly correct, he was a member of 1.ESK (Squadron) 1.Uhlan Regiment No.17. Kaiser Franz Josef Von Osterreich Konig Von Ungarn (Hungary). Peak trim is virtually undamaged with just one small kink to the inner edge. The trim is maker marked 'G.H.Osang' who as all collectors will know originate from Dresden, Saxony. A very rare early Franco Prussian War Uhlan helmet in untouched condition. This regiment formed in 1867, the garrison town of Oschatz, they were part of the 12th Army Corps.

SAXONY ENLISTED MANS BUCKLE. The standard rectangular shaped buckle in steel for an enlisted man in the State of Saxony, with its scroll reading 'PROVIDENTIAE MEMOR'. Field grey/green painted to the front, plain grey to the reverse side. A makers mark which we cannot identify to the reverse side.

SCOTTISH RIFLES, THE CAMERONIANS ENLISTED MANS WWI OVERSEAS CAP. A WWI heavily worn overseas cap for an enlisted man in the Scottish Rifles, The Cameronians. Ribbed material. The black edging is frayed, the interior heavily worn and stained, complete with its original affixed Cameronians badge. It is complete with its two rear tassels but is missing its black pom pom.

SELECTION OF IMPERIAL GERMAN PINS AND BADGES A group consisting of 11 pin badges and 2 medallions, as viewed on web images.

SEVEN MEDAL PRUSSIAN GROUP. A good court mounted group, all pre WWI, comprising the Kaiser Centenary Medal, the Prussian 1870-71 Franco/Prussian War Medal, 2nd Class Landwher award, Prussian State Service Award with the Frederick III scroll on the reverse side, the Prussian War Honour Cross and lastly the Prussian War Merit Cross. A good pre WWI grouping.

TRENCH PERISCOPE BY ROSS. A beautiful condition olive drab painted trench periscope in its leather case by Ross of London. Marked 'Periscope No.14' broad arrow marked, Ross Limited, London. Fitted leather case, unfortunately the lid is detached but is complete with the case. The periscope has its wooden haft attached to a twin loop section to side of case plus its connecting threaded stud.

TUBS FOR TOMMIES FIRST WAR POSTER. A very rare first war poster, Tubs for Tommies. This large poster reads 'WHEN RETURNING FROM THE TRENCHES THE TUB IS TOMMIES GREATEST TREAT' DO PLEASE HELP US TO SEND TOMMY A HOT BATH. The image shows a Scottish soldier after three weeks in a muddy trench, the poster was printed for the Tubs for Tommies Fund E.V.A.C. 48 Old Bond Street West. Slight scuffing to edges. Where the poster is folded it is slightly adrift and delicate.

U.S. MODEL 1904 HOSPITAL CORPS BOLO KNIFE. A magnificent condition Bolo military knife, massive blade in excellent condition, marked 'SA' over flaming grenade '1913' with 'US 32447' mark to opposite side. The scabbard, again excellent condition with slight crazing to the reverse side on the leather of the scabbard, clearly marked 'Rock Island Arsenal' dated '1912'. 2nd pattern scabbard with all of the blueing to the fittings and the belt clip retain their original blueing. Wood grips excellent with all blued finish remaining to tang of heavy blade with all brass cross guard.

U.S. NAVY 1918 PATTERN GAS MASK. An exceptionally rare gas mask from WWI being the U.S.Navy produced M.18 mouth canister gas mask. The gas mask itself was designed to overcome the problems of the long tube associated with the 1917 pattern box respirator. The gas mask is very closely designed to the Austrian Kuk gas mask. The face piece of the 1918 American gas is the British pattern with eyepieces held in by string wrapping around the metal surrounds. The canister is attached to the face piece directly. The mouthpiece within the gas mask face is the typical British type which was to be bitten on and worn inside the mouth. There is some information about these rare gas masks in the excellent book ‘U.S.Chemical and Biological Defence Respirators’ by Christopher T.Carey. There are many illustrations and details on page 33, also on page 201 is a reprint from a wartime produced document about gas warfare. There seems to be two types of these gas masks, the first pattern as this is having elastic straps to the exterior face to give extra support to the gas mask, the second model having these same straps affixed to the interior of the face piece. Interestingly there is no storage canister in the text, but it is assumed it was carried within a canister, however our example comes in a typical American gas mask bag for the M.17, the gas mask bag has never been fitted with press studs to the corners and has a belt type arrangement to the middle thus making this also experimental. The example shown in the book is in far worse condition than the example shown by us.

U.S. WWI DEEP SALADE PROTOTYPE HELMET. In WWI the United States forces wore the British designed and American produced Brodie pattern helmet, they soon realised that the defensive qualities of the helmet were not to the standard they required. They instituted at least 8 to 10 different prototypes of protective helmets, this example known as the Deep Salade is in exceptionally good condition. The exterior retains all of its rough sand finish with minor chipping. The interior leather is all complete with the three leather pads having their inner horse hair pads. Two tongues broken to one pad. Complete with its undamaged American produced chin strap. Remains of the original drawstring present. All of the helmets of the experimental style produced for the American forces are clearly shown in the excellent 1920 work 'Helmets and Body Armour in Modern Warfare' by Bashford Dean, who was the Curator of Arms & Armour at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The helmet Deep Salade known as the helmet number 2 is pictured in experimental use on page 211 of this excellent publication.

U.S. WWI KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HELMET AND GAS MASK BAG. An interesting pair of items being an English WWI British Brodie helmet with a painted camouflage shell in the German style, liner missing but with wider black separation lines with the letters 'KC' on a shield to the front, together with a U.S. small box respirator bag profusely marked with dates and places served in France 1918/19 with their own insignia KC. All can be seen on our web site images. The Knights of Columbus are a Catholic fraternal organisation, they carried out many jobs as volunteers with the American Expeditionary Force and in the war torn areas to assist the civil population, but were most famous for their canteens where all was free. Together with the bag is a photocopy of an original Knights of Columbus recruiting poster, recently found at a garage sale in the U.S.

U.S.WWI REGIMENT 332 TUNIC. A very good quality enlisted mans American WWI tunic. Standard four pocket configuration, all bronzed American eagle buttons. To the interior the initials are applied 'H.C. M.G.63'. Good nap to cloth. To the right hand collar the United States National Army disc, to the left hand collar is the disc of the Regiment 332 over crossed rifles with the letters 'M.G.' below, which indicates the Machine Gun Battalion of Regiment 332. To the upper left sleeve is the beautifully gold wire embroidered patch of Regiment 332 which depicts the lion of San Marco. The American 1st Army felt patch below. Discharge chevron red on tan below, with a gold overseas chevron to the lower left cuff. To the upper left breast is a beautiful example of the Italian War Medal, which has been mounted on a bronze bar. The 332nd Infantry Regiment, which was made up primarily from Americans of Italian origin, was sent to the front in July 1918 along with the 331st Field Hospital. The initials 'H.C' to the interior apply to Hans Christianson, Private 1201 Hartford Avenue, Canton, Ohio. Obviously with a name such as Christianson he was one of the soldiers of Italian origin. The compliment of the Machine Gun Company was 34 men and 6 officers, virtually every one of them originated in Ohio. A rare WWI American tunic.

ULHAN REGIMENT NO.13 COMMEMORATIVE PLATE. An extremely attractive commemorative plate from the same series of commemorative items as steins, pipes, cups and saucers. 9 3/4 inch circular plate with scalloped edges, beautifully coloured with outer edge fretted, with central image of an officer of Ulhan Regiment No.13 Hanover, with commemorative wording 'FOR THE CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL OF 1911' whilst Ulhan Nott was a member of Ulhan Regiment No.13, which he had specially produced as a present for his grandparents. The headed lettering reads 'MEINEN LIEBEN ELTERN'. Makers mark 'PK Silesia' with Prussian eagle to reverse side.

US WWI DEEP SALADE EXPERIENTAL HELMET. During the course of WWI the American Forces wore in combat the American and British produced WWI British Brodie pattern helmet, but quickly realised the qualities of protection from the helmet were not good enough and instituted at least 8 to 10 different prototypes of protective helmets, this example known as the Deep Salade is in exceptionally good condition with the exterior retaining all its original rough sand paint finish. Interior leather liner all complete with their inner horse hair pads, on the three pad German style. Complete with its American produced and designed canvas chin strap. All of the helmets of the experimental style produced for the American Forces are clearly shown in the excellent 1920 work, HELMETS AND BODY ARMOUR IN MODERN WARFARE by Bashford Dean, who was the curator of Arms & Armour at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. The helmet Deep Salade known as the helmet No.2, is pictured in Experimental Use on page 211 of this excellent publication.

WEBLEY MARK 6 OPEN TOP HOLSTER. A 1915 dated maker marked open top holster for the Webley Mark 6 pistol, complete with its belt loop to reverse. Generally good condition overall. These holsters were generally used by tank or Royal Flying Corps personnel.

WURTTEMBERG ALL STEEL BUCKLE. A rare scarce all steel buckle for the State of Wurttemberg with at least 75% of its original paint finish remaining. Maker marked 'D.16' to interior of the buckle.

WURTTEMBERG ENLISTED MANS BUCKLE SLIGHTLY DENTED. An all brass enlisted mans buckle for the State of Wurttemberg with nickel overlay, slightly dented.

WURTTEMBERG ENLISTED MANS BUCKLE WITHOUT LEATHER TONGUE. All brass construction with a very domed and finely detailed Wurttemberg overlay plate.

WURTTEMBERG FIELD ARTILLERY NCO’S PICKELHAUBE. A scarce Wurttemberg Field Artillery NCOs or 1 Year volunteer artillery all leather pickelhaube. Good size skull which issize marked ‘55½ in pencil to the interior skull. Some crazing to the upper outer skull area with minor creases. All of the fittings are of officers quality in gilt brass with extremely good gilt to the Wurttemberg front plate, which includes undamaged antlers on the standing deer, these are invariably broken on Wurttemberg helmets. Ball top indicating artillery. Domes instead of stars to the base plate to the artillery ball indicating NCO rank. Officers domed chin scales with enlisted mans national and Wurttemberg cockades fitted with officers front peak trim. To the interior the leather liner and inner artificial silk liner are of officers quality. The leather retains good colour and is undamaged. The artificial silk is intact but slightly shredded in places. The interior skull retaining much original colour. The domed chin scales indicating that this is a field artillery regiment of which Wurttemberg only had three regiments of field artillery, No.29, 49 and 65.

WURTTEMBERG GENERAL'S SHOULDER BOARDS. A magnificent quality and condition pair of gold, silver with black and red inter-twined colours for a General of the Wurttemberg Army. Blue underlay. Slip-on style with the blue fitting tab.

WURTTEMBERG OFFICERS BELT BUCKLE. A good condition officers belt buckle for the State of Wurttemberg with its double scroll centre surmounted by crown. Good gilt remaining.

WW1 KUKRI Shown on page 195 of the excellent work by Ron Flook, British and Commonwealth Military Knives, this aluminium handled kukri is believed to date from WWI. They are reputed to have been made for a regiment of troops raised by the Maharaja of Jodhur. Some corrosion to the blade but in its original form. Another unusual feature is that the blade is withdrawn from the side of the wood covered by leather scabbard, which is generally in good condition and has its steel tip showing.

WWI 14 PATTERN LEATHER EQUIPMENT HOLSTER. A rare example of the 14 pattern emergency equipment open toped holster. These holsters were carried by other ranks including piper's machine gunners, tankers and signallers. To the rear, the two straps are complete for belt attachments as is the shoulder belt strap large 1 inch buckle. Also to the rear the original brass cleaning rod, with proof stamps and other military broad arrow stamps to it's brass shank. To the outside and closure strap can be read the figure '15.' There is some surface worming to the leather, however the leather remains supple and presentable.

WWI AMERICAN P17 BAYONET FOR CANADA. A rare example of the P17 bayonet made by Winchester and clearly stamped '1917'. These bayonets were made initially by the Americans and then exported to the U.K. and other allied countries. This particular model has no attachment for the frog to the scabbard, this was to be held within the Canadian pattern sleeve frog. The bayonet itself is in overall good condition. The grips show little bruising and shows good bright colour. There is much of the original parkerised finish to the hilt. The blade is clean but would benefit from a very light cleaning. There is no deep rust whatsoever, just some surface speckles. The scabbard has been painted in a thick black contemporary paint. There is some rust to the release catch, however this would clean back with a little oiling. A rare bayonet.

WWI AMERICAN PUTTEES. A scarce pair of regulation issue mans puttees for the American soldier of WWI. A good light shaded pair indicating early issue, complete with both their fixing straps. The fixing straps are profusely stamped with American suppliers and Government issue contract numbers etc.,

WWI BAVARIAN ADMINISTRATION OFFICERS PARADE TUNIC. Field grey friedensrock for a Bavarian Administration officer. All field grey body. Minor moth nips across the back panel. All gold domed buttons. White piped rear skirt, collar and front flap of tunic. The stand collar being in dark blue wool cloth with the blue and silver Bavarian lace running around the upper edge of the collar. Slip-on Bavarian shoulder boards with the crown with the central shield in Bavarian colours, one rank pip below. Excellent condition.

WWI BELGIAN MILLS WEBBING EQUIPMENT. An element of the exceedingly rare American supplied Mills equipment for the Belgian Army in 1915 being the soldiers side pack. The logo clearly is the ‘Mills’ word within the cartridge shape and dated ‘1915’. The colour throughout is a good tan colour with some light service staining. Accompanying this lot is the shoulder strap also marked ‘Mills 1915’. This Belgian webbing equipment is exceedingly rare and very rarely found outside of collections within Belgium itself.

WWI BELGIUM WIRE CUTTERS. An exceptionally rare pair of British manufactured and supplied to the Belgium Army folding wire cutters. The standard pattern infantry folding wire cutters in the Belgium manufactured leather carrying case. The leather carrying case is a typical continental manufacture featuring an early continental type press stud as found on many water bottle covers and other similar items of equipment. To the rear are belt mounting straps so this item could be worn on the rear of the Belgium equipment. There is some fragility to the leather and certain areas have worn through the leather case, however it is very stable and very displayable. Many items of British equipment were supplied to allied powers to make up the shortfall in their own manufacturing, this is a rare example of such an item.

WWI BRITISH 08 PATTERN HOLSTER. A scarce example of the open top holster issued to other ranks armed with pistols such as machine gunners, tank crews, pipers and signallers. To the rear of the holster the two large claw hooks to fit the 08 belt as well as a leather sleeve to incorporate the cleaning rod. To the front closure flap there is the stamping for ''HGRL Ltd 1915,'' Which stood for Hepburn Gammon and Ross. The leather is supple with normal service wear.

WWI BRITISH 14 PATTERN AMMUNITION POUCH. A rare single example of the British 1914 leather equipment ammunition pouch. The ammo pouch has the double strap adaptation to the front flap. This was carried out in 1917 to alleviate ammunition loss. All tinned copper rivets complete, both belt loops and lower long equipment strap present. Excellent supple condition.

WWI BRITISH 1914 PATTERN LARGE PACK. A very scarce example of the canvas and leather other ranks back pack. All straps and closures are present. ''WD'' acceptance stamped in a flap plus another stamp possibly from a costumiers. The leather remains supple. There is one small repair to the front flap, however this does not effect the display ability of this item.

WWI BRITISH 29TH DIVISION ARTILLERY BRODIE. A 2nd pattern Brodie helmet with rimmed edge, from WWI, worn by a member of the Royal Artillery 29th Division. The helmet has been over-painted in a subdued matt heavy finish, the majority of which has chipped off the crown area. Faintly remaining is the low red triangle painted to the front of the 29th Division, to the side is the large rectangle halved in red and blue for the Royal Artillery. A small half inch section of the edge rim at the rear of the helmet has broken away, the helmet shell is marked 'HS 297'. It is complete with the remains of its early style oilcloth liner that would normally have been fitted into the 1st pattern light green painted rimless Brodie. Of the inner tongues of the liner only three are complete, the others are broken away. Minus its strap.

WWI BRITISH 4TH HUSSARS BRODIE HELMET. A barn find WWI Brodie helmet, which is still with its original chin strap, which has solidified and hardened, it has lost its liner. Some minor corrosion to edges and some paint loss but with a good clear halved rectangular 4th Hussars yellow and red unit flash.

WWI BRITISH 52ND DIVISION BATTLE PATCHES. An exceptional pair of battle patches to the 52nd Lowland Division. The 52nd fought on the western front for most of the First World War. Their battle insignia was a large 'L' next to a shield with the Scottish Cross of St. Andrew overlaid with a green embroidered thistle. These patches are of high quality British made embroidery. The patches themselves originated from the famous Grace Gibbons collection, the auction house of Bonhams sold the entire collection in August of 2004, the pair of patches are illustrated within that catalogue. With the lot we are providing three photostat copies of the catalogue front cover description and photostat of the original illustration. The pair themselves have been worn on a tunic, one is slightly more faded than the other, this is very typical of tunic which have been hung on a coat hanger over a long period and one arm tends to discolour due to its exposure to the sun, while the other remains fresher. However these are obviously a pair.

WWI BRITISH BRODIE HELMET WITH SACKING COVER. An exceptionally rare item of WWI trench dress being a late war Brodie helmet with a rimmed edge, complete with its original sacking cloth cover. The sacking cloth covers were attached to the helmets to avoid reflection during wet conditions, these were applied by individual soldiers at unit level and a certain amount were manufactured in a facility in Calais. This appears to be a soldier made example and is fitted directly to the helmet. There is much rust staining coming through to the top of the helmet and there is a certain amount of fragility one would expect with such a delicate item surviving all these years. To the interior the lining is unfortunately missing, however the British felt pad remains to the top as does the rivets. Covers of this nature are exceptionally rare and seldom reach the market, however this is a 100% original helmet and cover with much evidence of age and general storage.

WWI BRITISH BRODIE HELMET. A fine example of a British Brodie steel helmet being of the mid to late war type with the protective edge rim and the 2nd type oilskin liner. The shell itself has on either side two yellow squares on their point, these are clearly Battalion indicators, we have yet to discover the exact nature of these, however further research will surely prove fruitful. There is some wear to the crown as usual, however much of the rust sanded finish remains to the side. Both the Battalionl insignias are approximately 80% to 90% complete. The liner is in very good condition for a Brodie helmet with light mothing to the orange crown felt pad. The chin strap is complete and flexible. 99% of the black oilskin remains. The helmet is manufacture coded 'HV560'.

WWI BRITISH CAVALRY PATTERN WIRE CUTTERS. A rare pair of the saddle mounted wire cutters. Their pouch is the specific type to be mounted in conjunction with the army issue saddle. The overall condition is excellent and shows normal field use.

WWI BRITISH GENERAL'S WHITE TOP VISOR CAP. A rare WWI or possibly even before WWI removable white top, blue bodied, General officers visor cap. The front peak has the double row of heavy gold wire oak leaves. Red banded centre to blue bodied cap, which has affixed the crossed sword and baton heavy wire woven badge of a General, which was originally in gilt and has subdued, the area of the badge below the style WWI chin strap still has much of its original gilt remaining. There is some moth to the upper right hand side of the red band, also minor moth to the right hand upper side. The blue top is fitted with its removable white cover. To the interior is the very fine light cream Morocco grained leather sweat band, it is all complete and undamaged with evidence of heavy wear use in the forehead area. The crown is also lined in this matching beautifully grained leather and has gold block to it 'By Appointment to His Majesty The King' ' Ranken & Company, Calcutta.Simla.Lahore & Rawl Pindi, London Branch 139 George Street, Hanover Square W.' This is an Indian made cap complete with its General's gilded side buttons.

WWI BRITISH KUKRI. A non military marked bladed kukri but in an obvious military scabbard. The blade is generally good with sharpening. The wood grip is good with some minor chips. All fitted into its canvas and leather military scabbard. The complete scabbard is covered in military canvas with two small nicks with its military leather woven bound hanger with its two attached leather belt loops. The construction appears to be of WWI period.

WWI BRITISH MESS TIN. A good British WWI D shaped mess tin. About 60% of the original tinning to the exterior and a few patches of light rust. Carrying handle complete and pan handle to inside top lid is present. There is an Indian Broad arrow inspection mark on the rear lip.

WWI BRITISH MOUNTED OTHER RANKS BOOTS. A pair of high laced boots as worn by mounted troops such as cavalry and mounted artillery during the Great War. The boots are of pebbled brown leather and consist of hooks and eyes and eyelets. There is a single strap to the upper cuffs. This single strap configuration is consistent with early issued boots. The sole is of the other ranks pattern with horseshoe heel guards and nailed but unstudded soles as is concurrent with artillery boots. Many photographs of these boots can be found when studying images of the Great War and although these boots do not appear to have WD stampings, many of these types of equipment were purchased semi privately by militia and territorial units. The boots are of a good size 9, the leather is supple. There is a little splitting to the rear calves, however this does not affect the overall appearance. The lower part of the boots is almost identical to the rare B1 infantry boots in cut, style and squared toe.

WWI BRITISH NAVAL HOLSTER. A scarce example of the 1901 naval equipment pistol holster. This is a large format holster to fit the webley revolver. To the rear there is the official modification to fit the wider width of the 08 belt. The construction is entirely of poppered rivets as is characteristics of the early naval equipment. Some faint Admiralty acceptance stamps to the inside flap.

WWI BRITISH OFFICERS BOOTS. A beautiful quality pair of officers high brown leather boots, these are typical of the early First World War style. High legged but with a short area of lacing to each front. The boots are in excellent overall condition retaining both of their ankle straps. The soles are complete and showing a little normal service wear. The original laces are intact, leather is supple and shows no splits or damage.

WWI BRITISH OFFICERS HOLSTER AND AMMUNITION POUCH. A beautifully colour matched pair being the large pistol holster for the officers service revolver, the Webley Mark VI and its small arms ammunition pouch. These two have always been together and are both initialled to the rear 'FITF', this may be worth researching and could prove fruitful in the future. The two are in really excellent condition and very supple. The colour of the leather is a mid brown and has not darkened due to excessive oiling and polishing. The brass work remains unpolished and has a pleasing dark patination.

WWI BRITISH OTHER RANKS KIT BAG. A nice early charcoal grey canvas other ranks kit bag. Bearing the painted lettering RGA plus service number and name ''WE Grey.'' To the interior is date ''1910'' over broad arrow. A little surface scuffing and a few holes to the bottom however, a very displayable and interesting early WWI item.

WWI BRITISH PERISCOPE NO.9 MARK 2. A wonderful centrepiece for a First World War trench equipment display, this is the periscope number 9 that was introduced in 1916, these were made in Coach Works and other small manufacturers, it was a folding plywood periscope that came complete in its fitted bag. The fitted bag has at one end a small amount of small lenses etc., still inserted to the cardboard liner end section of the bag, the bag itself is a linen over Hessian bag, profusely broad arrow stamped in good condition with most of its original paint still intact, a wide broad arrow stamp and 98% of the original paper glued on label, the only section missing is a small section of the top right hand corner of the label which should read Mark 2, however just reads 'Mark'. The lenses are excellent and unbroken, the lens covers slide perfectly, all hinges and hooks work correctly. The fragile nature of these means that they seldom survive. A small grouping of approximately five of these were found a few years ago in a Territorial Army barracks in the U.K. Overall these items are in excellent condition, the only slight drawback is the buckle and the closure on the bag have become detached and are missing. There is some slight fraying and general wear, however in exceptionally good condition considering fragility and age.

WWI BRITISH PORCELAIN MEMORIAL TANK. 3½ inch long porcelain purple coloured First World War style tank with the head of a British Tommy sitting on top in the manner of Old Bill. In raised relief to the side of the tank 'Where's that blinking Kaiser' A fine piece of WWI porcelain.

WWI BRITISH RFC PILOT’S BODY WARMER. The label describes this item as a Cuirass, it is basically a tabard, a front and back quilted leather item with air holes, presumably to ventilate the pilot. There are side tightening straps to either side and a navy blue wool liner. The label reads ‘Front OW Cuirass’ and a registration number. One of the shoulders is buttoned for removal. The leather is the typical browny orange shade of the vegetable tan leather associated with early aeronautical leather wear. Each of the buckles is marked ‘Bennett’. The condition is superb and just shows light storage dust. There is little or no staining. The buckles are without rust. There appears to be no moth to the blue woollen liner. Tailors and outfitters provided a plethora of items for the First World War aviator, due to the extremely cold at high altitude flying many layers of leather and woollen clothing were worn.

WWI BRITISH RFC SIDE CAP. A seldom found WWI side cap for a member of the Royal Flying Corps. The Royal Flying Corps from their conception adopted a cavalry style uniform. The side cap was an issue item only worn by the Royal Flying Corps during WWI. This particular example is a textbook issue example, made of a ginger shade of khaki wool in the elongated and somewhat lower cut than their WWII predecessor. To the front are two brass general service buttons and a nicely colour toned matched RFC brass other ranks badge to the side. The liner has the correct grey wool head band, together with the correct combination of number over letter WD stamps. Also the interior are the two metal hooks, these were provided so a thin chin strap could be worn in inclement weather condition. These caps seldom survive and are one of the hardest pieces of the ordinary soldier's headdress to find for the First World War collection. The condition is overall good, there are two holes to one side of the storm flap on the right hand side. To the left hand side there is two small holes to the rear, however this does not effect the overall display of this exceptionally hard to find item of military headdress.

WWI BRITISH ROYAL FLYING CORPS OFFICERS SOFT TRENCH CAP. An example of the soft trench cap by British officers throughout WWI, these caps were designed so they could be folded and stowed into the pockets of jackets while helmets, or in this case flying helmets were worn. The construction and materials used for the manufacture of this cap indicate that it is probably French or Belgium produced, a huge amount of tailoring was carried out in the countries where the war was taking place to supply a huge demand from the allied forces. The cap has the seamless top crown and a completely pliable soft cloth peak. The body is of a fine Gabardine wool. To the front is the bronze RFC officers badge. The chin strap is of brown thin pigskin leather. To the sides are two General Service brass buttons. The liner is multi quilted and the head band is of a patent black leather. The cap has been much service wear, there is sweat staining and a little grease to the top. The liner band is oily. The lining is generally clean with a little service staining. There is much verdigree to the RFC officers pattern cap badge. A splendid example of officers head dress with the jaunty shape associated with the British officer of the 14-18 period.

WWI BRITISH TRENCH CLUB. A very unusual trench club, this is the longest trench club we have ever had, measuring 34 inches overall. The haft has been professionally turned. The club head measuring 4 inches in length and 2 3/4 inches in diameter has been studded with 8 lines of vertical studs from the dome to the base of the head. Complete with its string running through a hole in the base for controlling the club. At first glance it could be copied from a South Sea Islanders war club.

WWI BRITISH TRENCH CLUB. A field made trench club which we believe to be British, WWI, measuring 21 inches long with the club head being 3½ inches at its widest point. Hand carved from a section of tree with boot hobnail studs with square heads hammered into the head of the club. A hole has been drilled into the base for the attachment of a section of leather or rope. We consider these handmade trench clubs are an art form in their own right, every one is individual are equally, if not more interesting than the officially produced clubs of all the combatant nations of WWI.

WWI BRITISH TRENCH PERISCOPE. A good example of the wooden box periscope, No. 9 Mark 2. The wooden box is in its original olive drab paint with WD stamps having its correct maker's label 'Adams & Company' dated '1918'. All glass needs cleaning. In its original canvas carrying case having its inner pouch for spare lenses, which unfortunately are not present. The case itself is generally in good condition, age stained. Its closing leather buckle and strap is missing. The exterior is WD marked and is complete with its full canvas shoulder carrying strap.

WWI BRITISH VICKERS HEAVY MACHINE GUN. DE-ACTIVATED. A rare and in excellent condition WWI Vickers heavy machine gun. Serial No. B3568, this is a 1918 produced weapon. The fluted jacket has superb patinated finish. All of the receiver area again in good condition with brass feed block. The wood grips are undamaged. All action fully functioning, with its 1940 dated all heavy brass pintle mount which is fitted to its green painted three legged tripod. This weapon was in service with the British Armed Forces for over 60 years in .303 calibre. The pintle mount is marked 'Mount Tripod M.G.MK.1V'.

WWI BRITISH WELSH REGIMENT SOLAR TOPEE. A whitened Wolsey pattern helmet worn by an officer in the Welsh Regiment. The topee is with its original pagri with the green and red flash attached to the side for the Welsh Regiment. To the upper right hand crown is the hook to attach the full dress chin chain when in use. Interior leather liner all complete with one tear. The inner canvas is market ‘Hawkes & Company’ and the helmet is with its original thin leather chin strap, which generally are missing as the attachments are very ill-defined.

WWI BRITISH WIRE CUTTERS IN LEATHER CASE. A good clean set of folding wire cutters, English maker marked, in their leather carrying case, which is frail, the very point of the cutters have partially worn through the leather, also the large rivet on the back. The belt loop is loose. Complete with its male/female closing stud at the front, which is still working correctly.

WWI BULGARIAN INTER WAR ADRIAN HELMET. An interesting large size French manufactured Adrian helmet. These helmets were captured during the Great War and subsequently depot refitted by the Bulgarian Army in the 20's. The helmet has received a dark green finish to the interior and exterior over the original horizon blue paint. The lining is of Bulgarian National manufacture and has several issue stamps to it. The chinstrap is also a retro fitted Bulgarian chin strap. To the front there is no insignia and these helmet were worn always without insignia.

WWI CANADIAN MANUFACTURED JACK KNIFE. An example of the Canadian made military issue Jack knife. In the characteristic Canadian pattern. These knives have the nickel slab type grip and are marked ''M & D 1915.' The M & D standing for Militia and defense. These knives ceased to be dated after the year 1915. The blade is good with a little shortening to the tip. The marlin spike remains complete and sharp. Overall good.

WWI CANADIAN USED REMINGTON 1917 BAYONET. The Remington 1917 bayonet had a long history, produced in both England and the U.S. This is a U.S. produced example which was then bought and used by the Canadian Government. There is the Canadian ordnance stamp to the pommel, U.S. markings to the blade. Interestingly the frog retaining stud has been officially removed from the scabbard allowing the Ross type brown leather frog to be slipped on, the frog remains and is in good overall condition. Faint traces of markings to the rear. This is a highly unusual member of the family, spurned by the British 1907 bayonet and carried on through WWI and WWII. A very interesting variation in good overall condition. The blade is in excellent condition with no nicks or rust stains. The blade has a good sharpened combat edge.

WWI CONVERSION BAYONET. The scarce conversion bayonet, one of the many hundreds that were utilised during WWI by Germany using captured bayonets, this being the Russian Moisen Nagant Model 1891 bayonet, fitted into its German pressed and soldered tin tubular scabbard. Faint traces of the German field grey paint remaining to scabbard. Bayonet excellent condition.

WWI CZECH LEGION UNIFORM. This item is from the excellent Italian based collection that we purchased in April 2009. Uniform for a Lieutenant in the Czech Legion, the colour being in Russian brown is of very high quality wool, exact matching colour between the four pocket tunic and the trousers. Two plain epaulettes. Two cherry red infantry collar patches. To the upper right hand sleeve are three cherry red service stripes. To the upper left hand sleeve is a shield shaped patch with three inverted yellow stripes for rank with the regimental number below piped in cherry red. There are no visible markings to the tunic or trousers. The outfit is mint with no moth, damage or staining. The Czech Legion were formed to fight during WWI for their own independence, the Czechs in Russia became involved in the Civil War in what became Soviet Russia and the uniform was worn up to the middle 1930's.

WWI DOUBLE DATED KUKRI. An extremely rare kukri, which is dated WWI on both the blade and the scabbard. Generally good blade profusely stamped close to the hilt with the date '1917' and Indian Government acceptance stamps. Wood hilt is totally undamaged, in its wood leather covered scabbard, which is dated '16' with matching Indian Government acceptance stamps. The leather is good, complete with its brass tip to the base of the scabbard.

WWI FIFE CASE. A scarce case for the Fife musical instrument. These cases have a very wide slider to the rear, this was to attach to the 1908 webbing belt, these were indeed carried on field operations. To the front flap is a very clear maker’s mark ‘J.A.Jacobs & Co Limited 1915’. The leather remains good and supple and a good deep brown colour.

WWI FOX'S RIFLE GREEN PUTTEES. A mint condition set of the Company Fox's puttees. Manufactured in rifle green for Rifle regiments, still with their Fox's paper label attached.

WWI FRENCH ADRIAN HELMET WITH ITALIAN FRONT SOUVENIER PLAQUE. A completely standard Infantry Adrian helmet from the mid to late war period in a small to medium size being A2. The helmet is dusty and in barn stored condition, the exterior is frosty and matt in its finish with much rust spotting and areas of chipping. There is an Infantry badge fitted to the front of the helmet. The lining is again dusty and of the earlier type in all black leather and manufactured in one piece, all aluminium spacers remain. The chin strap is complete, however snapped at one end. What makes this helmet truly exceptional is the fact that it has a souvenir plaque riveted to the front, these souvenir plaques were sent to all French troops after their demobilisation. In themselves, again, a common item of militaria, however to find them with engraving is generally considered difficult, but this particular plaque has the words ‘VERDUN CHAMPAGNE & ITALY’ and the name ‘G.Bedeaux’ below that the standard inscription ‘SOLDAT DE LA GRANDE GUERRE 14-18’. Approximately 11 divisions of both British and French front line troops were sent to bolster up the Italian Army who suffered a crushing defeat at the battle of Caporetto in October 1917, the previous winter of 1916/17 had been the worst winter in Italian history, many soldiers died from frostbite and others were injured. The moral of the Italian Army reached an all time low, the Austrians however fought with skill on the Italian front and there was a genuine threat of a huge breakthrough the British and French sent infantry and aviation squadrons to bolster the Italian Army. This helped, eventually, fend the Germans and Austrians off in the Paiave sector. These details clearly make this a fascinating historical helmet that was worn in much combat, clearly the man had served in Verdun and Champagne, then rushing directly from the French front to assist Italian forces.

WWI FRENCH CHILDS SHAPI BORRELLO JACKET. A beautiful child's Borrello jacket depicting a Shapi tunic made of felt, the Borrello short jacket has beautiful braiding in a scarlet colour with blue facings and black lace work. Gold ball buttons to front and one single hook closure to the front. Light moth overall although the colour remains good and fresh. A little fraying to the rear of one cuff, however a beautiful item to display.

WWI FRENCH INFANTRY ADRIAN HELMET. RF flaming grenade badge at front. Brown painted over horizon blue. Complete with its liner and chin strap.

WWI FRENCH INFANTRY BREECHES. An excellent pair of WWI other ranks infantry breeches in horizon blue wool. This pattern of trousers was issued from approx. 1916 to the end of the war. They are a complete set with yellow piping for infantry. To the lower calves the brown cotton material ends which tucked into the puttees. Almost all buttons are complete and are the type marked 'Equipment Militaire.' Profusely stamped to the interior. These trousers have been re issued at some point, probably during the 30's and their second re sizing and another stamp to the 6th engineers. This was common practice right up until 1940. There are a few very small professional repairs. Most nap of cloth is present. To complete the trousers is a pair of period braces.

WWI FRENCH M.2 GAS MASK. A nice combat example of the M.2 gas mask. The gas mask itself is in very good condition, some stiffening due to hardening of the chemicals within the gauze cloth, this is absolutely normal with these masks. Both eyepieces complete and uncracked. The neck strap remains complete as is the elastic, although obviously a little fragile. The carrying bag is the classic D shaped bag with slightly rusted black metal button to the front, stamped 'Taille Ordinaire', this is the medium size. The rear carrying strap has been carefully removed from the bag, this was done as these were carried within a metal tin in the field. The overall condition is good with some normal staining and storage dust.

WWI GARIBALDI ITALIAN FRENCH FOREIGN LEGION SOUVENIR CARDS. An interesting pair of documents relating to the Garibaldi Legion, the Garibaldi Legion were a unit of the French Foreign Legion formed from Italians who were in Paris in August 14 and volunteered en mass to defend France's liberty and join the Foreign Legion, initially Foreign Legion units received such huge numbers of volunteers at the onslaught of WWI they formed National Companies, however due to the heavy attrition rate on the battlefields of the Western Front this was changed in 1915 to 1916. The lineage of the Garibaldi Legion is fascinating, Giusseppe Garibaldi was a famous Italian revolutionary and military enthusiast, he was born in Nice, France of Italian heritage, at that time Nice changed hands many times. In about 1860 he proposed and formed a small Foreign Legion unit to liberate Italy, known as the International Foreign Legion, this at that time had no links to the French Foreign Legion. Garibaldi became a national hero of Italy, he fought in many campaigns including South America. Statues of him can be found as far a field as New York. His grandson Peppino Garibaldi was one of the initial volunteers for this Legion, several members of the family fought and died under the command of the French during WWI. The lot consists of a period coloured patriotic postcard in English written For Liberty and Justice Souvenir of the Garibaldi Legion, with members of the family and Garibaldi himself to the centre of the picture. Below his picture is his son, Ricciotti Garibaldi, being the fourth son of Giusseppe, he himself had an amazing military career, he fought alongside his father in many battles and also fought in the Franco Prussian War as part of an Italian Expedition to support the French. Ricciotti has signed the card in ink and dated it '1917', he died in 1924. Accompanying the card is a slightly larger version, this being the original pen and graph design for the card, a beautifully executed piece with the coloured images of the officers cut from printed sources and glued directly to the design. This must have been the original draft for the postcard itself. The artist has signed and dated the picture '1915' and in pencil written 'Drawing for the Garibaldi Legion PC'. The pair have fairly recently been framed in a good quality wooden frame. A fine and historically important Foreign Legion grouping.

WWI GERMAN CAVALRY AMMUNITION POUCHES. A rare pair of the M.1911 cavalry ammunition pouches. These were of a flatter design and each pocket only held two clips of 5 cartridges. To the rear of both pouches they are dated ‘1915’. Interestingly each of the pouches has riveted to the rear strap a rack number, one pouch has the rack number ‘L18 1197’ the other has the rack number ‘1L 18 1165’. The front of the pouches have been darkened to an almost black colour, which was normal for pouches after the date 1916. The pouches are in overall excellent condition and very displayable, however two flaps to one pouch only have some ripping to the rear, however this does not affect the overall condition.

WWI GERMAN DOCUMENT GROUP WITH ENGLISH CONNECTIONS. A fascinating yet tragic group. The group itself comprises of four standard German military documents of the Great War period being a Miltar Pass, a Soldbuch, another book and a Landwher Pass. The came together from a German house clearer, the connection between the four documents are unknown however two of the documents, the Miltar Pass and the Soldbuch are named to the same man who interestingly was born in Blackpool in England at the turn of the last century. Clearly written in ink script to the first page of the Miltar Pass is the name 'Huper date of birth 24th July 1896, place Blackpool, Country England'. Blackpool was a highly successful beach resort at the turn of the century attracting a large amount of people who worked in the enormous amount of hotels and boarding houses in the Blackpool area, it is known that many members of staff such as housemaids, chefs and other domestics came from Germany seeking work at the turn of the century to the U.K. Huper served from 1915 onwards. There are profuse stamps to the book, 11th Company Infantry Regiment No.362. Several extra letters and smaller documents have been stapled to the inside of the book. Further research would prove very fruitful of a most interesting lot. The other two books pertain to a normal German Landwher soldier, however these also could prove interesting.

WWI GERMAN ENTRENCHING TOOL AND HOLDER. A good example of the classic German Linmann entrenching tool. The entrenching tool itself is in excellent condition with its complete wooden haft. Completing this unit is the original scarce leather carrying case. The carrying case has a maker's mark for a Dresden manufacturer and it is dated '1916'. To the rear the closing strap has been period depot repaired. There is a further stamp to the rear indicating post WWI re-issue to the Finnish Army. The leather is in good supple condition.

WWI GERMAN ENTRENCHING TOOL. A completely untouched German infantryman’s entrenching tool. The entrenching tool is complete with its original leather carrying case. The leather carrying case is in supple but dusty condition. It is well stamped with ‘GMBH’ and Solingen maker’s mark to the leather and dated ‘1916’. The GMBH stamp was a legal requirement, this was created in Germany in 1892 and is a rough equivalent of Limited Company in Anglo Saxon. The tool itself has light surface rust and has the initial ‘K’ deeply incised into the handle, probably indicating the owner. Shovels with their covers have always been hard to find, however what makes this set really nice is the fact that the cover and the shovel have always been together.

WWI GERMAN K.98 BAYONET. An excellent example of an untouched K.98 bayonet. These First World War bayonets are considerably rarer than their Second War counterparts. The bayonet has the wooden style grips which are in good overall condition with some light bruising. There is a nice deep patination to the entire bayonet. The blade would benefit from a good clean it has much congealed old grease upon it. The manufacturer's mark is 'J.A.Henckels'. To the back strap the blade is clearly waffen proof stamped and dated '16'. There is another matching waffen proof to the top of the pommel. The scabbard is in good condition, there are some dents to the lower reverse. A good untouched example of a First World War bayonet.

WWI GERMAN LUGER HOLSTER. A very good 1916 dated all black leather pistol holster for the Luger semi automatic PO8 pistol. Clearly marked to the interior upper flap with the maker and the date ‘1916’. Faint traces of the original owner’s name applied with Army Group stamping ‘B.A.III.’ All stitching good and strong. To the upper inner lid the pouch still contains its original stripping tool. The securing buckle for the flap in good order.

WWI GERMAN M.16 CAMOUFLAGE TRENCH HELMET. A good camouflage trench helmet, unfortunately the markings to the inside of the skull have been stamped indistinctly and are difficult to read. Skull size is approximately 56. Originally painted in its pattern of tan, brown and green with black separation lines. The pattern in places is indistinct, there are abrasions to the skull. Complete with its original leather three pad liner and sweat band, with original drawstring.

WWI GERMAN M.16 CAMOUFLAGED HELMET. A good size 64 helmet made by ET. The helmet exterior is in good condition and has a nice bright camouflage finish in the prescribed green, ochre and red brownish colours as in the Ludendorf directive of 1918, they are separated by the swirling black lines. All three rivets are in place including the larger rear rivet. The interior shows much of the original field grey finish. The three pad liner is intact, one finger is missing, however the leather is supple. The three cushions are missing as is the chin strap. The condition is stable and clean.

WWI GERMAN M.16 HELMET. A really good example of an M.16 helmet retaining its original liner, with its early leather head band. All three cushions are present. No fingers are broken. The original leather draw cord is present. What makes this helmet really nice is the fact that it has its original chin strap, original chin straps on M.16 helmets are exceedingly rare and almost always are lost due to an error in the design, thus making these extremely easy to detach. There is one repair to the chin strap and the leather is a little fragile, however 100% correct. The leather to the liner is supple and a good mid tan colour and has not been oiled. The field grey paint is a good early apple green shade. To the exterior about 85% remains with some areas of loss, however no pitting. To the interior about 90% of the paint remains with some chipping to the front upper side of the peak. All three retaining rivets remain and are tight to the helmet.

WWI GERMAN M.17 HELMET. An excellent representative example of an M.17 German helmet. The exterior retains much of it's original dark patinated field grey paint finish. All rivets are present with some light corrosion to the top of the crown. To the interior metal band, the three pads are present although a little fragile and dry. Two ends of the tongues are now absent. All three contain their original cushions. Minus the chin strap. Lightly stamped to the three is the 'L & L' trade mark and size ' 64.'

WWI GERMAN M.1898 BAYONET. A good quality NCO's bayonet manufactured by WKC and to the other side the supplier's stamp. The cross guard is profusely stamped 'B2R9 63F'. Much original finish remains to the blade, the tip is complete, the handle is of a good mid brown colour. The steel mounted leather scabbard remains in good overall condition, a little loss to the finish on the lower ferrule and upper ferrule. The bayonet remains in completely untouched sleepy condition.

WWI GERMAN MOUNTED JAGER FELDMUTZE AND EPAULETTES. An interesting ensemble being the M.08 pattern feldmutze for Jager Zu Pferde. The rare cap in the blue green of the Jager is in overall good condition suffering a few light moth nips, there is one moth nip to the front lower bottle green band and a few other nips to the rear of the band, however this does not detract from the overall condition of this very scarce item of headdress. The upper crown is piped in lemon yellow and there are two further bands of piping around the cap band. To the interior of the cap the white linen has suffered a little around the head band from various fraying and snagging. To the interior of the cap is a printed clothing tab naming this to a Jager of the 2nd Squadron of Jager Regiment No.12. There is a faint ink manufacturer's stamp dating the cap to 1913 and a sizing stamp of '57'. Together with the hat are two matched epaulettes of the 12th Jager Regiment. Each Jager Regiment had their own piping colour, these are in the correct black piping for the 12th Regiment. In all there were 13 Jager Zu Pferde regiments, the 8th to the 13th Regiment were raised in 1913. The 12th were garrisoned in St.Avold. They were a Mounted Reconnaissance Unit. Both the epaulettes are in excellent condition with one tiny moth nip to one epaulette. They have the correct chain stitched red number '12', they are backed in field grey, the exterior colour being the deep Jager green. These items were recently sourced directly from Germany via a house clearer.

WWI GERMAN SCHUTZE TRUPPEN PHOTO STUDY. A very good slightly larger than normal cabinet type photograph showing a German soldier in full uniform of the East African campaign. The soldier is wearing the typical German version of the slouch hat known as The Hut. The cockade is visible to the side. The lightweight tunic below this, corduroy breeches and leather marching boots. He wears the rare Colonial equipment set which is very clearly visible in the photo. He carries a GEW.98 with the large 98 needle bayonet attached. In gold block lettering to the base of the photo is the word 'Auf Wiedersehn! The photo itself is still housed in its original frame, a beautiful frame being of chip carved form, this form of carving is also known as Black Forest Work in Germany, it was a series of thin wooden elements usually coming from cigar boxes, which were carefully carved and then applied over each other. The rear of the photo has profuse pencil annotations and is clearly dated '1914'. The tape and pins to the rear of the photograph shown that it has never been removed from the frame.

WWI GERMAN SOLDIER'S ZELTBAHN. An interesting transitional version of the soldier's ground sheet being of the grey wartime produced colour but with the early three-hole aluminium buttons. The corner eyelets being of zinc plated tin but with alloy back washers. The sheet is profusely stamped with Army Group and regimental stamps, the Army Group being No.14. The sheet is dated '1916'. There is a further stamp for 'Fusilier Regiment 40, 1916' again. Fusilier Regiment 40 were part of the 28th Infantry Division. What makes this sheet particularly interesting is to one corner there has at one time been inked a large name and address in German, over this to obscure the original owner's name has been painted neatly a large swastika, this clearly shows that this sheet was used during the 20's and 30's, probably by SA or political units, due to its many years of use there are several contemporary repairs and patches, a few of the corner eyelets are missing as are a few of the buttons, however a highly interesting item of historic militaria.

WWI GERMAN STEEL HILTED MILITARY KNIFE. The scarce military knife, German WWI, with the hilt being in the style of the K98 bayonet, very similar in size, being all steel with simulated wood grips. Some corrosion has been cleaned away, also the paint to the scabbard is also missing with evidence of corrosion. The belt loop is still in place and strong but distorted. The blade is full length with evidence of corrosion being cleaned. It is maker marked 'Ernst Busch, Solingen' with its Imperial acceptance stamp. In excellent condition this knife would have a value in excess of £400. In this cleaned condition, it is priced accordingly.

WWI HESSIAN OTHER RANKS BELT. A nice complete WWI waist belt to a soldier of a Hessian regiment. The Hessian buckle is all brass with the large crown only and no motto. This is one of the rarer buckles to find and exceptionally rare to find complete with its original belt leather. The belt leather itself is clearly dated '1915' with its Frankfurt manufacturer's stamping. There are regimental stampings to the rear of the belt, although difficult to read they still remain, as does the size stamping to the other end of the belt. The buckle itself is in a nice deeply patinated brass finish, slightly dented and distorted to the front, however, again, not effecting the overall appearance. A really good combat belt for the collector. The leather is supple there is some slight cracking to the interior but it is flexible and fully suitable with a mannequin.

WWI IRON CROSS 1ST CLASS DISC BACK. A very good 800 silver stamped concave constructed WWI Iron Cross 1st Class. Good finish remaining to the frame. All of the blackening remaining to the iron core centre, with its plain screw threaded disc back.

WWI ITALIAN COASTAL DEFENCE GUN ITEMS. Two interesting items brought back at the end of WWII by a British officer being two impressive brass items removed from an Italian Coastal Defence gun in the area of Naples. The larger piece is maker marked and dated 'January 1918' with beautifully engraved crossed cannons. To the interior engraved to a flat section 'Elevation gearbox cover plate from Coast Defence gun, Isle of Capri, Italy, captured 1944'. There is a further paper label attached which reads 'Taken from Coastal Defence Battery, Capri Islands, Naples by Lt. Commander D.R.Moore, Royal Navy, HMS Falknor 1943/4'. Accompanying this large piece is a smaller square manufacturer's plate, we presume taken from the same gun which reads 'Ansaldo S.A. Genoa' with a full address.

WWI ITALIAN SPLINTER GOGGLES. An exceptionally rare pair of splinter goggles, these were issued items to Italian troops during the latter part of the Great War. A huge amount of experimentation took place during the war to defend troops against the terrible losses, the nature of trench warfare meant that the head area was the most exposed part of the body, helmets were developed and various facial defences were also developed against the horrendous injuries caused by shell fragments, these often resulted in blinding. The pair of goggles are a configuration that many nations experimented with being of oval pressed metal eyepieces with a series of thin eye slots. These eyepieces are pressed into a larger metal sheet, each eye and a considerable area of the cheek is covered by steel, the steel itself is encased in a typical Italian colour grey green flannel envelope type frame. The elastic strap to the rear has button adjustments and buttonholes to the period elastic. The paint of the eyepieces is the Italian grey green colour. The overall condition is very good with some light rust staining and a little wear to the nap of the cloth. The elastic remains flexible although a little brittle. These items of facial defence proved impractical and were often disguarded by the troops at the front making these items exceptionally rare today. Many illustrations exist of this particular pair of goggles, the excellent but hard to find Italian book Storia Dell Elmetto Italiano show these exact goggles in illustration number 14, unfortunately the pages are not numbered in this book. Also in Bashford Dean's brilliant work on helmets and body armour similar goggles and considerable text can be found on page 234. These goggles can often be seen worn tied around the helmet itself by Italian troops during the Great War period.

WWI KENT YEOMANRY BANDOLIER. A 1915 dated 50 round 1903 pattern leather bandolier in excellent condition with a lovely old paper label still virtually intact and clear, which reads 'Trooper Pearson 2422 3/1 West Kent Yeomanry C.Company Machine Gun Section B.E.F.France'.

WWI KREIGSMARINE NAVAL BATTLE FLAG. A faded 5' x 3' double sided printed Kreigsmarine battle flag from WWI. Colour has faded overall, complete with its original selvage edge and tie rope with it's full Hanover maker's label attached. Very minor fraying to both lower corners indicating the flag has been flown.

WWI KUKRI. A super example of a WWI kukri. The kukri itself is of Nepalese manufacture and shows many traits of early kukris including the narrow tang, incised decoration to the leather covered wooden scabbard and of reasonably small proportions. The blade is of high quality steel and is double fullered to both upper edges. The traditional kaura is of a nice half moon shape. The overall condition of the blade is excellent with a few pits however is clean and bright. The handle of the kukri is of a good clean hard wood. The pommel being of a deep black patinated colour, one very small chip to the reverse of the pommel. The scabbard itself is covered in a beautiful mid brown leather with a little dryness and splitting, however this does not affect the overall appearance of the scabbard. Interestingly the scabbard has the full compliment of accessories that were traditionally carried with the kukri, these are the two small knife tools known as karda and chakmak. The sharper of the two small knives was for skinning and the other small knife was for sharpening and burnishing the blade. Also to the rear pouch of the scabbard is the exceptionally rare small leather pouch, this was to carry tiny tinder and other small dried grasses to light fires, some tiny elements still remain within the pouch. Written in fine script to the exterior of the scabbard is '497 Rifleman Prem Sing Ali 3/3rd Ghurkha Rifles.' The 3/3rd Battalion fairly accurately dates this to being a WWI kukri, the 3/ 3rd were formed in 1915 and disbanded in 1922.

WWI LEWIS GUN. A magnificent example of the famous Lewis gun known in colloquial terms as the Belgium rattlesnake. This example is British Small Arms Company made in .303 calibre and was part of the original 99 guns that were imported into the U.K. from the State of Nepal some 5 years ago, Regimentals sold a large quantity of this 99, all were cased and this gun is still with its original transit case. Good finish overall, the weapon is number matched ‘44123’, all of the guns from Nepal were in the 40,000 range. It is British broad arrow marked. To the bipod the ring surrounding the barrel jacket is marked ‘Lewis Bipod’ with the maker’s name in Selly Oak, Birmingham. The stock is in good condition with one piece of wood broken away where the stock is screwed to the adapting plate. Wood grips perfect. All action operating and complete with its drum magazine and U.K. de-activation certificate. These weapons were only produced during WWI and not after. The patent dates are good and clear to the butt plate.

WWI OFFICERS CAMEL CORPS CONNECTION TUNIC. A fascinating item of British military heritage being a tunic worn by a member of the British Army who served alongside T.E.Lawrence in the Camel Corps fighting in the Middle East from the end of WWI into the 20's. We recently received an interesting Scots Guards high ranking officers tunic, the tunic is a classic Scots Guards pattern having the groups of three buttons to the front and three small buttons to each cuff together with the typical Guards pattern of flat pockets, Guards tunics are notoriously difficult to date unless labelled and dated, Guards pioneered the use of Barathia cloth, their particular shade was slightly browner than the normal green shade known as Guards Barathia, it was worn from 1914 onwards, the rest of the army copying the fashion as established by the Guards from approximately 1915 to 1916, however the Guards still wore their specific cut of tunic and still to this day wear their own specific cut of tunic. What makes the tunic highly interesting are the medal ribbons. We have researched this tunic thoroughly and this combination of medal ribbons only leads us to one candidate being a J.D.MacIndoe, James Douglas MacIndoe's military history is one of a typical regular army officer from a high class family of the pre Great War period, enlisting in 1909 and being promoted to 2nd Lieutenant in the prestigious Scots Guards, finally finishing his employment in 1941. Known as the Imperial Camel Corps were one of the first units to employ small unit tactics, these tactics went on to be used with great efficiency in WWII by such units as Long Range Desert Group and the SAS. The Camel Corps were made hugely famous by T.E.Lawrence, known as Lawrence of Arabia. Our researcher has carried out a large amount of research regarding this tunic and has produced for us a file of paperwork including an overall run-down of his career, various sections from the London Gazette, as well as numerous other interesting historical extracts from the writings of T.E.Lawrence mentioning MacIndoe. A truly fascinating tunic from an incredibly famous Regiment who went on to fight with an equally famous yet little known small scale unit. Overall condition is good, some light staining that would clean. There appears to be no external moth damage. The Staff red gorget patches are a little faded, however medal ribbons remain good and unfrayed. All buttons are typically highly polished but have now become nicely patinated, which is typical of Guards tunics. The lining is unfrayed and overall in good condition. This is a large size tunic.

WWI OFFICERS GAITERS. An unusual pair of short ankle gaiters. These would be worn in tropical conditions where shorts would be worn. They are the extremely high quality manufacture, each gaiter having a three buckle closure. The interior is lined with cotton. These are typical of items of British officers equipment, they show considerable service wear with some fraying to the exterior and are generally dirty and in well used condition. Slight rusting to some of the buckles. However they would clean and would make an excellent item for the British officer. One buckle is missing from one gaiter, however this could be easily replaced.

WWI POST HOME M.16 HELMET. A standard M.16 German trench helmet, marked ET66 in field grey/green finish, with the label attached to the side addressed to 'The Reverend J. Clark Robbins, Walnut Street, Bridgeton, New Jersey USA' with the senders name and Army Field Post Office address in small script to the upper left hand side. Slight tears to label but still intact and very readable. The interior has all of the central leather band remaining. All three of the leather pads are present, however one is completely detached from the large leather band, a second is just about holding on and a third is generally intact.

WWI PRESENTATION GHURKHA’S KUKRI. A standard Ghurkha’s kukri which is not military marked but is numbered ‘2940’ to its excellent blade, which has been sharpened. It does have some slight surface rust to the upper edge. Wood grip, which has one chip. Fitted into its leather over wood scabbard, complete with its two spare knives, one of which is also numbered. Leather generally good to the scabbard. Interestingly it has been mounted onto a sheet brass frame which has been hand cut and beautifully engraved to the central panel. To the base is the outline of what appears to be a submarine. To the upper right hand corner is the script ‘1st Battalion 9th Ghurkhas, Dehra Dun.’ Followed by the inscription ‘My Dear Chief, All ranks of the 9th Ghurkhas wish to give you a ‘kukri’ as a small memento of the 13th December 1915 when you converted the ‘Cawdor Castle ‘ into an ocean greyhound, thereby outwitting the latest invention of ‘Admiral Tirps’. (The German Admiral Tirpitz) We humbly apologise for all the slurs we have cast on the capability of the old ship. Yours sincerely (with a then signature of the Major Commanding 1st Battalion 9th Ghurkha Rifles). ‘Cawdor Castle December 25th 1915’. The base of the frame is upturned to allow for the sitting of the kukri. After research the Cawdor Castle, a Cunard Liner was converted to a troop ship in WWI and transported troops to the Gallipoli peninsular. We have not been able to find information as to the incident or incidents relating to the presentation of this kukri.

WWI PRUSSIAN LEUTNANT'S SHOULDER BOARDS. An unissued set of 1915 pattern Prussian Leutnant's shoulder straps. A set of the WWI subdued Leutnant's shoulder boards with matt grey cords flecked with the Prussian State colour of black flecking mixed with white thread, to stand out. Shoulder boards have white waffenfarbe underlay for Infantry.

WWI PRUSSIAN MANS WAIST BELT. A complete example of a waist belt as worn by a Prussian soldier from 1915 until the end of hostilities. The buckle is of the all steel grey treated type, the motto remains clear and the crown unworn. The belt is excellent and very long being marked '100', this is a very large waist size for a WWI belt. The other half hook is complete, there are some faint stampings, however difficult to read. The belt remains supple and useable. This may benefit from a light wax, however it remains in dusty stored condition.

WWI RFC SWAGGER STICK. Another item from the small RFC collection we have recently purchased being a nickel silver topped cane, these swagger sticks were carried by all ranks of the RFC, this model has received much service use, there is some denting and a crack to the crown cap, however a nice piece or period militaria.

WWI RUSSIAN KINDJAL. A curved military issue Russian Cossack Kindjal. Slightly curved and measuring 25 inches overall. The blade is toned overall with two central fullers. Russian cyrillic marked with Russian eagles. Cyrillic markings probably an owners name hand inscribed to the upper scabbard mount. The leather over wood scabbard is good. No damage to bottom chape. The kindjal is fitted with it's rare leather frog, belt loop and it's original single spoke brass rectangular buckle. The blade is ''1912'' dated.

WWI RUSSIAN SOHLBERG HELMET. The Sohlberg helmet is one of the most interesting helmets of WWI, it was developed for use by the Imperial Russian Army and indeed small numbers were used by them during WWI and after. The two factories, one in the part of Russia which now known as Finland and the other near St.Petersburg produced these distinctive helmets. When Finland entered war against Russia at the end of WWI these helmets mostly remained in Finland, however some were used by Russian and Polish forces. To find these helmets in their original configuration is difficult, most were adapted and used by the Finnish Civil Defence forces later in the 20th century, however this model has the original liner and liner fittings of the original production, these are seldom encountered and due to their fragile nature seldom survived. There is a small element of the chin strap still remaining, however these are always found to be missing. The liner itself is in good condition, dusty with some staining but no moth damage. The blanket wool head band is intact and still held in place. The vast majority of the deep pea green paint remains. Some patination a little darkened by some rust spotting but generally in excellent presentable condition, there is a small dent probably battle damage to one side of the helmet however this does not detract from the helmet in any way.

WWI RUSSIAN STICK GRENADE. One of the many models of stick grenade developed for the Russians during WWI, this particular model has a rotary percussion, which fits to the top of the grenade. The grenade would have to be thrown and land point first for it to explode. These type of grenades were very short lived as they proved to be incredibly dangerous, soldiers throwing them in trenches would catch the percussion cap prior to the grenade being thrown with obvious disastrous results. The weapon is inert, the head has been filled with a heavy resin material. The haft appears to be in overall very good condition and a possible museum quality replacement. Hand grenades of this nature seldom survive and these were excavated some years ago in the area of Poland and appear to be in far above average condition for an excavated object.

WWI SAM BROWNE BELT ONLY. The belt only of the officers Sam Browne rig, WWI colour and configuration.

WWI SCOTTISH OFFICERS KILT. A WWI Scottish officers private purchase kilt, in high quality mid way cloth, of the 42nd Government tartan mounted with two dark green silk rosettes, unfortunately the silk is now shot, the rosettes have virtually disappeared. To the exterior is the Edinburgh tailor’s label named to ‘2nd Lieutenant W. Porter’. The army list for 1918 confirms W.Porter commissioned 28th March 1917 into the 7th Battalion (T) Black Watch. This unit came from Fife and were part of the 153rd Infantry Brigade of the famous 51st Highland Division. One large moth hole that is hidden under a fold and other minor moth speckling. Kilts are notorious for moth damage, this one is in generally good condition with regard to moth.

WWI SERBIAN CAPTURED BY THE BULGARIANS ADRIAN HELMET. Another fascinating Adrian helmet being originally supplied by France to Serbia, captured and refitted by the Bulgarian Army and used from the end of WWI until the 30’s. This particular helmet features on page 102 of The History of the Steel Helmet in the First World War by Michael J. Haselgrove and Branaslav Radovic published by Schiffer. The exterior paint clearly shows the outline of the Serbian badge where it was factory painted, subsequent coats around the Serbian badge show high relief, the shape of the Serbian badge is very clear still within the paint, the Bulgarians have painted it in a typical dark grey green colour, relined the helmet with a Bulgarian type of liner stamped with various Bulgarian Cyrillic markings.

WWI SERBIAN GREATCOAT. Extremely rare First World War garment being the heavy overcoat for Serbian troops. Many items of Serbian equipment were made in France for their Government during the latter part of the Great War. The greatcoat shows many mid European features such as the inset chest panel. To the lower skirt are the button backs typical of French greatcoats. The colour is a mid iron grey, there are some stamps, one being a date '1917' and various cancelled regimental stamps to the inner collar. Condition remains good, there are a few small moth nips. The buttons have been changed, probably for civilian use in the 20's, however an extremely interesting element of military clothing. Epaulettes at some point appear to have been removed.

WWI SWISS M.18 COMBAT HELMET. A interest example of the Swiss M.18 helmet. The Swiss developed their steel helmet along the basic lines of experimentation carried out by the American Government during WWI. Their helmet was of extremely good quality, as one would expect from the Swiss and showed many futuristic styles. This particular example is one of the earliest produced models. They were initially painted in a flat apple green paint, this proved insufficient in the field, they were subsequently coated with a dark rough finish, this has the dark roughed finish however areas of scratches and areas of paint loss clearly show the apple green paint coming through, most examples are later and are finished in the charcoal rough finish only. To the interior the three pad liners are all complete, the chin strap is also complete. It can clearly be seen the hand painted charcoal paint to the interior of the helmet. There is a small Swiss Army issue clothing tag still attached with the soldier's name.

WWI TO INTER-WAR PERIOD SPANISH LONG MODEL 1893 BAYONET. An interesting bayonet for the collector being the 1893 lengthened bayonet. Most bayonets are in their military life shortened, however the 1893 short bayonet for the Mauser proved insufficient as the Mauser itself was one of the shortest rifles in military usage at the time. The bayonet itself is marked 'Toledo Armoury' with its chequered wooden grips and steel mounted black leather scabbard. These bayonets were used profusely during the Spanish Civil War. The tang of the bayonet has some numbers, as usual, from the armoury stamped into it. The condition is overall good. Some very light rusting overall, in used stored condition, it would clean up beautifully.

WWI TRENCH CAP AND SOUVENIR FEZ. An unusually constructed British WWI enlisted mans trench cap. The trench caps normally come in either a smooth Gabardine material or a woolly material, which when the wool is worn through age reveals a solid base. This cap is constructed from a coarsely woven mixed cotton and wool blend, it is complete with its correct chin strap and side buttons. The badge is of the Leicestershire Regiment. The black oilskin that the interior crown is normally covered in has virtually disappeared. The oilskin sweat band is all complete. Accompanying the hat is a thick woolly red fez with its black tassel, written inside the hat is the wording 'Souvenir of the Great War, we can only imagine that this soldier was in one of the areas in WWI occupied by the Ottoman Empire.

WWI TRENCH UNIT SIGN. A stunning example of a unit related sign from WWI. Painted on a roughly cut piece of ration or petrol tin, the sign depicts a red bearded devil type face on a black and white background. The paint itself is beautifully patinated and has the cracking overall associated with old oil paints. There are two holes to either side where it was presumably attached to either a vehicle or a sign, unfortunately we have not been able to identify the unit that this sign belonged to however extensive research could prove fruitful.

WWI TURKISH WATER BOTTLE. a highly interesting water bottle, supplied and manufactured in Germany. Markings to the neck of the aluminium bottle read 'Wilh.berg 14.' Early in the War many items were supplied to the Turkish government from Germany. The water bottle is of the large medic configuration. It has the brass clip to rear and complete leather harness. Correct aluminium topped stopper. Interestingly the cover of the water bottle has had a crochet type covering manufactured for it, typical of middle eastern styles of textiles.

WWI U-BOAT COMMANDER'S GROUPING. A large grouping of paperwork, photographs and documentation belonging to the former Oberleutnant Zur See Helmut Lorenz. He was born October 1889, he joined the Reich Marine. During WWI he was Commander of UC14 from July 1917 to September 1917. Commander of UB10 from the 8th September 1917 to the 16th October 1917. Finally Commander of UC48 from October 1917 to March 1918. During his career on these three submarines there were three ships sunk for a total of 1,757 tons and one ship damaged. The total number of ships sunk by UC48 was 35. All but two of these were under the command of Kurt Ramien. On the 22nd October 1917 under the command of Helmut Lorenz UC48 sunk a Spanish ship and on the 17th November 1917 also under the command of Helmut Lorenz it sank of Norwegian ship. On the 20th March 1918 the UC48 was badly damaged by depth charges from the RMS Loyal, the submarine limped into the Spanish port at El Ferrol, Spain where the submarine and the crew were interned. The Spanish authorities removed the propeller from the submarine to prevent any breakout. Included in the group is the award document for the U-Boat badge dated 12th January 1920 with his original single stamped version of the WWI Submariner's badge. There is a large typed report on the damaging and eventual internment of UC48 in Spain typed at the time of the interment plus the 1919 Reich Marine Headquarters report on the incident. A 1975 signed letter to the still surviving wife of Helmut Lorenz from Karl Donitz and pen signed by Donitz, who was a First World War submarine officer himself and commanded the Submarine Service in WWII and was the last Chancellor of Germany in 1945. Newspaper cuttings from Madrid in 1919. German and French newspapers from WWI. A huge amount of personal and family photographs and other memorabilia relating to his service in the Reich Marine. Lastly a nickel plated cup with engraved plaque to the base 'Herrn Helmut Lorenz Zur Bootsubernahme Von U48'.

WWI U.S. OFFICERS MARCHING COMPASS. A good high quality American produced compass clearly dated 1918 and marked 'Engineer Corps, U.S.' Nice brass mounted bezel and holding ring, all appears to function well. Together with its fitted leather case, interestingly the leather case has the French Modele Depose mark upon it. These cases were sourced in France by the U.S. Ordnance Department for their officers during WWI.

WWI WILTSHIRE YEOMANRY PITH HELMET. A good example of the pith helmet known as the Bombay Bowler. This was a thick helmet made of compressed paper and cork covered with an insulating quilted cover. These helmets were popular with both officers and other ranks during the Great War and the inter-war period. This particular item has a Sudan manufacturer's label gold embossed to the red silk lining. To the front is a bi-metal broach backed Wiltshire Yeomanry badge. The helmet is in excellent overall condition with light storage wear. There is some fraying to the top ventilation knob, however the rest of the helmet remains excellent and two of the four holes for ventilation have lost their eyelets. Nonetheless a classic example of British Colonial headdress.

WWI WOMENS RECOGNITION POSTER. An interesting example of a poster produced by the British army education department to identify different branches of the British armed forces during the great war. This example is of the women's auxiliary army corps in 1917. It shows an officer of the clerical section.