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Victorian Staff Officer Binoculars, Pouch and Shoulder Belt

These pouches and belts were worn by Commonwealth officers in Light Infantry Bns of the late 19th Century. Worn with some crazing, the pouch retains its black finish and its VR badge. The Binoculars are a good fit and are functional. The cross belt is named with unit and has correct brass furniture. A nice example for units like the 13th Bn. The photo provided is an officer of the 34th Bn.  read more

Code: 51661

WWII Brigadier Forage Cap

Offered is a Brigadier service dress cap from WWII. Not named. Well preserved, but a split on the cap peak that can probably be repaired. Other wise a great example, with its liner and chinstrap complete, staff buttons and the badge original to the cap.  read more

Code: 51660

Royal Military College Hockey League Award

The RMC Hockey team was raised in 1886 and was well known for its athletic ability. The team was known as the Paladins and had a long standing rivalry with the Queen's University team. The college was bilingual so its acronym was RMC for English and CMR for French. This particular bullion wire badge is for a French team member and was likely awarded for a victory year for the team in 1896. T...  read more

Code: 51518

WWII Flare Pistol No 1 Mk V

Offered is a smaller version of Flare Pistol family. Over all the body is sound, the body has most of its original (70%) finish with some rust on the hammer and is stamped Broad Arrow. The mechanism cocks, but the pin is bent and will not align with the pin aperture preventing it fully closing. I essence it is deactivated by this minor damage. A nice example.  read more

Code: 51654

Night Use Binoculars used by the Air Force and Paratroops

Offered is a set of night use binoculars used by RAF/RCAF crews and Paratroopers for its compact size and power. The leather case is well marked, dated 1944, 2.5 x 50 power, in good condition with its original strap. The binoculars are functional, clean glass, no fogging or damage to the lenses themselves, however, the bakelite eye cups are chipped. The binos themselves are marked with a broa...  read more

Code: 51650

No4 Mk1* Flare Pistol

This pattern of flare gun was used on Commonwealth RAF/RCAF Bombers for operation signalling and rescue. The overall condition is fair with pitting and missing finish on the barrel, in used condition, well marked and mechanically sound. A decent example.  read more

Code: 51646

WWII Winter White Pullover with Fur Hood and Gloves

A set of winter whites "C" Broad Arrow marked pullover with fur hood and its waist belt. The grey elastic cuffs are both present and in good shape. Yellowed with age, it needs a bit of bleach to whiten it up, but carefully, without destroying the fur or the marking. Consult a conservationist for this job. The gloves are British made and are yellowed as well and include their tie string. This...  read more

Code: 51123

A commemorative Pin Celebrating LadySmith

A simple souvenir lapel pin 1" in diameter issued by the Montreal Star Newspaper recognizing success at Ladysmith.  read more

Code: 51638

Korean War RCAF Wedge Cap

A Standard RCAF wedge cap with badge in mint condition, dated 1951.  read more

Code: 51631

GGBG 1907 Forage Cap

A very clean example of the GGBG Forage cap introduced in 1907 and dated 1910. The liner is complete, the exterior has faint moth tracks on the rear of the white band, not visible in the pic it is so faint, and no holes at all. The cloth is not faded nor soiled and the peak is mint. The cap badge dates from the 1920s, not surprising as these caps remained in service a long time. The leather c...  read more

Code: 51629