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I have several versions of this protective piece of kit, some field made and others issued. When British soldiers were on overseas duty keeping ones barrel clean and the sight protected in the harsh environments of the empire, so these handy caps were made for the purpose. This one is brass with a chrome or nickel plate and is complete in the standard form made for issue.  read more

Code: 51086

125.00 CAD

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I have several versions of this protective piece of kit, some field made and others issued. When British soldiers were on overseas duty keeping ones barrel clean and the sight protected in the harsh environments of the empire, so these handy caps were made for the purpose. This one is a unique field made version with a lager dome to protect the sight.  read more

Code: 51087

125.00 CAD

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The regimentally marked plates were introduced in the American Revolution replacing the old large brass buckle that held the shoulder belt that carried the heavy bayonet and hanger sword combination off the right shoulder of that period. By the Napoleonic era the hanger was no longer issued and only the bayonet was carried lightening the load, but the buckles became a unit identifier, like a ca...  read more

Code: 50379

250.00 CAD

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Offered is a comprehensive collection of the Company. The Royal Company of Archers, The King's Bodyguard for Scotland is a ceremonial unit that serves as the Sovereign's bodyguard in Scotland, a role it has performed since 1822 during the reign of King George IV, when the company provided a personal bodyguard to the King on his visit to Scotland. It is currently known as the King's Bodyguard fo...  read more

Code: 50993

500.00 CAD

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Offered here is a rare Napoleonic era headgear of the British Army. Colonel Tarleton, who served in the American Revolution, designed this headdress for his Light Dragoons and by the end of the 18th century it was adopted across the British Army for both Regular and Militia Cavalry and the Royal Horse Artillery. It was worn in the Egypt Campaign and the Peninsular War by Dragoons and the Guns....  read more

Code: 50231

3000.00 CAD

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Offered here is an attractive percussion coach pistol made for the civilian market. A well made and attractive pistol with intact original wood finish and a checkered grip in fine condition. The octagonal barrel has a nice dark grey patina with inspector marks. The lock has the maker name NEWMAN and some filigree etched decoration. The lock mechanism works well it and it includes the origina...  read more

Code: 50823

1200.00 CAD

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The standard Transport Sword, unmarked, good blade, tight brass hilt, unmarked. Some spots of minor wear and corrosion to the blade. Overall a pleasing example without scabbard.  read more

Code: 50906

300.00 CAD

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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: 50964

750.00 CAD

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These pouches were worn by British and Commonwealth staff officers from 1870 to 1900 in light brown leather to carry small binoculars. They wore light brown sword belts with light brown sabretache with the same insignia emblazoned in on the flap as well. This pattern can also be seen worn by the Royal Canadian Dragoons and many of the Light Horse or Mounted Rifle units of the late 18th Century...  read more

Code: 51218

600.00 CAD

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