Canadian

Redcoat Ploughboys

A detailed history of the Incorporated Militia of Upper Canada.  read more

Code: 51274

Lot of 3 Books on 18th and 19th Century Military Drill

Offered here is an interesting grouping from the Historical Firearms Series on Weapons Drill of the French and British forces of the 18th and 19th Century used during the French Indian Wars and the 1837 Rebellion.  read more

Code: 51282

Oliver Pattern Ammo Pouch

Standard Oliver Pattern Pouch in a lighter brown colour, complete, no date, supple leather and no modifications. Overall an excellent example.  read more

Code: 51261

Boer War Era Martini Metford Bandolier Dated 1901

A Boer War era Bandolier as worn by the Canadian Mounted Rifles in the field. In great condition, supple leather, well marked and dated, this is basic piece of equipment worn by the contingent in all operations.  read more

Code: 51117

WWI Officer Lace-up RFC Flight Boots

Here is offered a classic pair of lace-up officer boots, typical of those favoured by the RFC. Original laces and in good condition, leather supple and original soles with rubber heel.  read more

Code: 51177

Early Oliver Pattern Belt C.1900

Offered is an Oliver belt with a lighter tone leather, early fittings and a nice brass patina typical of earlier belts. All the parts are present, the leather supple and initials carved in the leather on the inside "AC".  read more

Code: 51187

WWII Officer Boots

Brown leather boots for wear by an officer. In very good condition with original laces and heel metal cleats. Size is likely a 9. Nice condition.  read more

Code: 51171

11th Irish Fusilier of Canada Busby c.1914

Offered is a busby to a unit from Vancouver BC that mirrored the traditions of the British Irish Fusiliers. The busby is dated and stamped WD 1914 on the interior. The fur is in grate condition, none of it missing. The badge and proper green plume are present with out signs of rebadging. The helmet is the proper short haired slope top short busby of the Fusilier soldier. The chin scale is mi...  read more

Code: 51073

WWII Canadian Issue Large Bren Pouch Set

These pouches were meant to be worn by the 2 on the Bren gun team within a section. It was additional capacity to take on extra Bren mags in the field. They are worn over the left shoulder, with the large strap worn under the epaulette and the thin strap wrapped around the chest or waist. One pouch is marked rear and the other front for ease of assembly. The idea was the left shoulder would ...  read more

Code: 50752

Early Senior NCO Sword 1822-45

Swords were purchased on the market by serving Officers. The government produced swords for NCOs in the various arms that needed them, the infantry for the use of Sergeant Majors only. Here is offered an early transitional sword with its original issue scabbard. THis particular sword has had a rough history with poor care and numerous changes. The blade is chipped several places along its l...  read more

Code: 51027