Sold Gallery
These pages display a number of the rare items that I have had the pleasure of selling. To view more details and a larger photograph please click on the thumbnail picture.
Antique British .450 Martini Henry Mark I Rifle 18
This is the famous Martini Henry Rifle of Zulu War fame, dated 1873 just before that campaign. A well used example with some wear and discolouring to the wood stock. The barrel and frame retain some of the original bluing, and the barrel rifling is with some wear. The action is crisp and tight. The metal and wood have the appropriate markings and inspector stamps. The sling is period and the bayonet has a clean blade and well marked, dated '73. The scabbard is in good overall condition. A nice example that looks to have some good service life behind it. This is an Antique Firearm and does not require a PAL to purchase.
No1 Mk1* Webley & Scott Flare Pistol dated 1917
A top drawer example of this desired flare gun used in the trenches of WWI. It is in immaculate condition, the wood stock has minor wear, the metal is not corroded or damaged, just shows typical field wear. The removable stock fits perfectly and has mismatched serial numbers The flare pistol reads 23166 and the stock 33166. The mechanism works. A rare and important piece of field gear. This can only be sold in Canada. It is not restricted and does not require paperwork, but problematic for export. Flares are impossible to find for this illumination device.
Antique Flintlock Brass Barrel Coach Blunderbuss c
A fine example of a British late 18th, early 19th century flintlock brass barrel blunderbuss. Original wood stock with some minor dings and chips, but with a nice overall original finish. There is a fine crack in the fore stock that does not seem to carry through, and the tip of the wood ram rod is chipped off. There is a small chunk missing above the rear of the lock and minor bruising of the wood on the left side by the lock screw. Brass barrel has British proof marks and the lock and all furniture fits tight and is original. The lock mechanism works to cock and half cock, but a little loose in the action. The pan cover swivels into place nicely. This fine example has not been converted back from percussion. There is no apparent maker name or mark, other than the barrel proofs. The brass barrel has a nice fine patina and there is some minor pitting and corrosion around the pan. A solid example of a popular flintlock amongst collectors. These firearms were used by coachmen to protect their carriages from highwaymen, intruders and on ships to fend off pirates. The original shot gun. This is an antique flintlock and does not require a PAL.
RCAF Battle Dress Tunic to a NCO Pilot
Offered is a RCAF BD Sergeant tunic with RCAF pilot wings. NCOs Sergeant and above could be qualified pilots and fly in a Squadron or on other duties. This is a nice example dated 1944 with all original insignia and suffering one moth hole on the front. Label present and it retains its colour. Not named.
2 Bar Fenian Raids 1866 and 1870 (Trout River)
Offered here is a Fenian Raid Medal with 2 bars for 1866 and 1870 Fenian Raids. Lt W.S. Maclean was a Sgt in 1866 with the Rockburn Inf Coy in Lower Canada. His Coy was absorbed by the 50th Borderer Bn when it was formed in the late 1860s and he was commissioned a Lieutenant. However, his medal is made out to him as a Sgt with the Inf Coy he served with in 1866. The 50th Bn was mobilized in the 1870 raids and MacLean was present at the battle of Trout River. This is confirmed in the references and medal rolls. A nice medal for an officer who saw some action in the Montreal area.
Winnipeg Rifles Busby c.1906
A really nice Winnipeg Rifles wedge style Busby issued around 1906 with its correct plume. No mothing on the crown, nice supple material with the correct rope knot superimposed on the cap exterior, the fur in great condition, not dried out and shedding. Labeled to Hobson & Sons maker. The liner in good condition.
4th Canadian Mounted Rifles (CEF) WWI Helmet
We offer here an example of the helmet worn by the 4th CMR (CEF) at the end of WWI. The Regiment had their helmets painted in French grey for the colour of the 3rd Division and had the unit cap badge soldered to the front as an identifier. This example is in rough shape, missing its liner and chinstrap, retaining about 70% of it paint, and cracked in two places with some dents. Not in the best condition, but has its original cap badge and priced right. The 4th CMR had an extremely good battle record and was highly decorated.
RCR Staff Sgt Tunic C.1910
This is an upgrade to the other ranks full dress tunic, made with better materials and detailing. The tunic has its metal collars and shoulder titles, the rank of Sergeant Major, later staff Sergeant with 3 stripes and a crown stitched to the right arm. The gilt thread, braid and piping is in good condition as is the tunic overall, with one small discoloured spot on the left shoulder seam. It retains its rich scarlet colour and blue facings. There is no sign of mothing and the liner is in good condition. A nice example.
Canadian 1st Parachute Battalion Officer Collars (
Offered here is a rare set of Scully Officer Collar Dogs for service dress. Made by Scully, they are of very good quality and bi metal. Marked and with original lugs.
1st Canadian Parachute Battalion Bakelite Cap Badg
This classic British made brown bakelite badge is made complete and in good condition without its plastic pin.