British
An Inscribed Field Compass to a Corporal of the 10th Hussars 1881
A rather sophisticated little brass pocket field compass presented to a Junior NCO with the 10th Hussars with the following inscription:
Presented to
Corpal JA Gamble by
Col EA Wood
10th Hussars 1881
There must be an interesting story behind such a gift, possibly the Col had him as his batman or they were involved in some escapade on some gra... read more
150.00 CAD
Recipients to Bars of the Military Cross 1916 - 1920
A very good reference book for the serious WWI Medal collector. A must have in the library. Good condition. read more
40.00 CAD
Swords of the British Army
The basic reference book for British Sword collectors. A must have for your library. Good condition. read more
British 1845 pattern NCO Sword
British Sergeant Majors were issued swords through the system, they were not private purchase weapons. This particular example is adorned with a brass hilt with Queen Victoria's Cypher. The sword is BO marked on the plain blade. The leather scabbard is missing its brass drag, but all other furniture is present. The blade is not mint, it has a patina and some minor chips to the blade. A hard ... read more
550.00 CAD
General Officer Sash c.1870
Offered is a rare general officer sash worn with the 1869 General Officer dress uniform or frock coat for specific occasions. In excellent condition, these are notable by the broad width compared to other junior or field officer ranks sash. See the use with the frock in the picture provided of the general officer commanding Canadian Forces during the 1870s. read more
500.00 CAD
Antique British Snider Enfield .577 Three Band Rifle
Offered is a very nice example of an issued Tower Snider Rifle dated 1870. The wood finish is in good condition with normal wear, marks stamped on the butt, and inspector marks on the barrel. The mechanism functions and the sight is correct and complete. The plate is well marked Tower with the date 1864. The barrel retains most of its original finish and shows moderate wear. No unit marks ... read more
800.00 CAD
WWII British Military Maps of England
Offered is a selection of Military maps from WWII of Britain country side where British and Allied forces conducted training exercises. All are in folded condition with some minor wear. There is no duplication and total 6 full size maps dated 1930s and 40s. read more
30.00 CAD
Rifle Regiment Busby Cap with Senior NCO Plume
A beautifully preserved Busby for an unidentified British or Commonwealth Rifle Regiment. The seal fur is in excellent condition and well as the cloth crown. The liner is intact, but with no markings. It has its silver finial and its short Sr NCO high quality feather plume. It has its carry storage bag included. A nice example of this pattern of cap. read more
500.00 CAD
19th Century British Army Fur Cap
This style of fur cap was popular in Canada during the first half of the 19th century. There is no way to date this cap, but its liner is typical of the period and the fur appears to be a course seal skin with a slit or crack break in the leather on one side near the head band edge. The fur is in great condition as is the liner. It includes a fold down ear muff. There are pictures or illustr... read more
600.00 CAD
Staff and General Officer Aiguillettes circa 1812
A nice complete set of period aiguillettes worn on the right shoulder of general officers and their staff. This is a rare accoutrement and is often missing from original uniforms. read more
450.00 CAD