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WWII Royal Canadian Navy Duffle Coat

During the First and Second World Wars, the duffle coat became a popular piece of cold-weather clothing for sailors. The duffle coat, usually navy blue or camel-coloured, featured thick woolen fabric, a hood large enough to accommodate naval caps, and horn or wooden toggle buttons which could be unfastened even while wearing gloves or mittens. Duffle coats became popular ashore, and British Fie...  read more

Code: 51125

WWII RCN Officers Peak Cap with Summer White Slip-on Cover

Offered is an excellent example of a Naval Officer Cap with white summer cover used for full dress occasion and on duty in temperate or tropical conditions, such as on the Mediterranean Sea. The cloth is moth free, the liner in excellent un worn condition, well marked and with original insignia. The peak is in good condition.

There is a tiny line of faint green discoloration ...  read more

Code: 51155

WWII Chief Petty Officer Peak Cap with Khaki Cover

A nice cap with its original insignia and with a soft protective slip on cover in Khaki. Well marked with no mothing, the badge seems slightly off center, but the stitching is original. Navy, what can you say?

A nice example.  read more

Code: 51138

The Hong Kong Task Force Regimental Cap Badges

The Royal Canadian RIfles and the Winnipeg Grenadiers formed the Hong Kong Contingent that defended the Japanese invasion of the island.  read more

Code: 51873

WWII 2nd Canadian Infantry Division Cap Badges

Offered are the badges of the Regiments of the 3rd Division, all in good condition with kings crowns and intact lugs. This Div was involved in the D-Day landings and the Normandy Campaign right up to the Falaise Gap.  read more

Code: 51872

WWII 2nd Canadian Infantry Division Cap Badges

Offered are the badges of the 2nd Division, best known for the Dieppe Raid. All with Kings Crown and original lugs. Included is the rare 8th Recce Regiment badge that unfortunately is missing its bimetal title, leaving only the silver leaf for display. These badges complete fetch over $1,000. Here you can have a representation at a fraction of the cost. If you happen to have just the overlay...  read more

Code: 51860

WWII British Web Gear Set

Offered is a skeleton set of WWII British Army web Broad Arrow marked. Pouches dated 1941, the belt 1943. In very good condition, bayonet included. These webbing sets were issued to Canadian troops serving in Italy with much of the supply chain for Canada coming from 8th Army QM.  read more

Code: 51867

1882 Cavalry Cartouche Pouch and Shoulder Belt

This is the standard Cartridge box for the Martini Henry Carbine ammo. The flap is in nice condition and has slots for a badge to be affixed, the badge impression can be seen in the leather. The lid is stiff and there is a signs of stress at the hinge. The back of the box has suffered exposure to extreme heat with some rippling in the leather finish, not uncommon for this equipment. The Bri...  read more

Code: 51865

Blanket Strap for Valise Equipment

I believe, based on the buckle and length, that this 40" thin strap is a late Victorian valise blanket strap. In great supple condition. Rare to find.  read more

Code: 51863

Single WWI Puttee

One single 9' puttee for someone looking for a second. Touch of mothing, but otherwise a good item.  read more

Code: 51868