1970's British Army Cadet Smock (Large Size 4)
A late 1970's British army cadet smock in a much sought after size 4, the olive green coloured smock still retains its original N7 zip, tie cords, buttons, crotch strap, velcro fastener and legible label (most often found laundered out).
Now difficult to find in a large size and this pattern of smock is now in demand , this example measures 25 inches armpit to armpit, no rips or repairs,... read more
95.00 GBP
WW2 1944 RAF Folding Survival Machete
A WW2 RAF aircrews folding survival machete made by George Butler & Co of Sheffield, England.
The black composite grips are in good order and remain firm, still has a good working spring and catch, the 10 inch long blade retains its original profile and bears the makers mark, broad arrow & 1944 (date of manufacture).
There is some age related staining to the metal work and very li... read more
1945 Royal Armoured Corps Black Beret
A 1945 dated 'KANGOL WEAR LIMITED' black beret as used by the Royal Armoured Corps, the liner bears wonderful crisp makers details and an equally good WD acceptance stamp with the ''Z'' letter code denoting year of manufacture as 1945.
The beret size is stated as 7 1/8 but is actually slightly smaller due to shrinkage (approx.6 3/4), there are tell tale signs of being washed in more rece... read more
Original WW2 Royal Navy Rating's Duck Cotton Work Trousers + Rare Label
Recently discovered in an old trunk and untouched for decades, this pattern was introduced during the 1930's and remained in service for the duration of WW2, this pair still retains its original back lace & all of its buttons, it also retains its rare paper size label which states the waist and the inner leg are 32 inches.
The off-white cotton canvas trousers would benefit from a light h... read more
WW1 / Inter-War Period British Officer's Cavalry Style Leather Holster
A quality made private purchase mounted/cavalry style holster with leg strap, a variant I have not encountered before.
This wonderful condition large size holster would be for a .455 calibre revolver and has all the features of a Boer war holster but I believe it to be later gauging by the rivets used in its construction.
British and Commonwealth officer's would often purchase bes... read more
WW2 9th Btn K.R.R.C Battle of Greece - Crete P.O.W Group
A most interesting and highly informative group relating to 6850185 Rifleman Francis Chapman 9th Battalion King's Royal Rifle Corps who fought in the desperate rear guard action in Greece during April 1941, during the fight he was lightly wounded but managed to be evacuated to the Island of Crete, whilst recovering in hospital the Island was invaded by German Airborne forces and after much fier... read more
Additional Images 9th Btn K.R.R.C Battle Of Greece-Crete P.O.W Group (51238)
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