British

1874 "Italian" Style Wood Cask Water Bottle

A classic 1874 water bottle of the Zulu war era. With original strap and its hard to find original small wood plug. I fair worn condition with the straps still supple, but a bit dry.  read more

Code: 51427

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: 51426

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: 50964

Honours and Awards of the Old Contemptables

A good reference book that details rolls for those decorated within the BEF in WWI. Good condition.  read more

Code: 51346

The Waterloo Roll Call

A great resource for those who collect MGS and Waterloo medals for the British Army in the Napoleonic Wars. Paper back edition in good condition.  read more

Code: 51345

Infantry Officer Pattern 1822 Sword (piquet weight)

The piquet weight 1822 pattern Infantry sword with a plane blade and no maker marks. The narrow pipe back blade was not meant for combat being unadorned, the metal showing a grey patina and some minor pitting and barely visible nicks. Probably an early example. The Gothic folding hilt has lost its gilding and displays the VR cypher, the sharkskin grip shows wear and the wire grip is tight fo...  read more

Code: 50886

1895 Canteen for a Rifle Regiment

Offered is an 1895 Canteen with its cover, issued to a rifle regiment with black carry strap. There is wear along the bottom edge where the wool sleeve has chafed with the carry strap wearing away some of the cover and some minor mothing on the other side. The belt is full length with its original clasp and cork. There is a numeral on the cover "X55". A good example with its original blue en...  read more

Code: 50966

Martini Henry Sight and Barrel Cap

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

Martini Henry Barrel Cap

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

Northamptonshire Yeomanry Tarleton Helmet c.1800

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