WW1 British Tank Crew 'Splatter' Mask

A very crisp example of the iconic WW1 British Tank Crew "Splatter " mask . The chamois leather to the reverse shows only light use and the kapok like cushioning is still full and plump . Both factory tape tie cords are present . One can still see a thin twine length tied in place running through a small metal eyelet , this is the remains of what was the fitting instruction card that came upon ...  read more

Code: 15297

WW2 British Visored MK2 R/PR MK2 Steel Helmet 1939

A stunning and rare complete original set consisting of an early MK2 helmet very neatly painted off white with sign writer quality markings of two black diamonds over RP/R . This from a senior member at divisional level of the Repair Party / Roads . The liner is the early type with oval oilcloth covered crown pad . The attached visor is the model known as the Quick Action Visor . This visor has...  read more

Code: 15276

WW1 German Prussian 1916 Bugle Rare Painted Field Grey

A Prussian all steel maker marked & 1916 dated field-grey factory painted campaign bugle .
Classic battlefield piece almost impossible to find the painted versions issued as such for reasons of camouflage in the trenches.
This example is untouched & field used straight from the battlefield.  read more

Code: 15286

WW2 Japanese Navy Land Forces Water Bottle

The scarce Japanese Navy land forces issue Canteen .These were a far higher quality item than their Army equivalent and were placed into service and used in the earlier China invasion and remained unchanged until the wars end . The cover is in the Navy specific "Teal" or "sea" green canvas and marked with typical Unit and ID Kanji characters . Condition is lightly field used .  read more

Code: 15293

WW1 German Ersatz Tin Pickelhaube Of Bavaria By Bing of Nuremberg

A hard example to better of the scarce Bavarian "Eisenblech" (tin plate) helmet Manufactured by Gebruder Bing (Bing brothers) of Nuremberg . The Bavarians looked into metal helmets a little before what might be seen as the main period of "Ersatz" (substitute) production , that came about more due to massive army expansion and limited materials + established makers productivity capacity. Bing we...  read more

Code: 15288

WW1 German Baden M1895 Mans Pickelhaube

A super and complete bring back Baden mans helmet with very nice patina to all the uncleared brass work . The Baden griffin plate still retains some gilt wash to the lower relief areas . The original chinstrap sits well and hold the twin cockades to each side . Both cockades show a great patina .The inner liner is complete and supple and both original leather wedges hold the plate in place .The...  read more

Code: 15279

WW1 French Engineers Adrian Steel Helmet

An early version of the textbook factory helmet as worn here by a soldier of the Engineers . There is a very high percentage of the semi gloss light toned horizon blue paint . The one piece black leather liner is good and supple and the chinstrap complete .  read more

Code: 15282

WW1 French M15 Zouve/Armee de Africa M15 Adrian Helmet

A textbook WW1 French "Armee d'Afrique" mustard finished M15 Adrian helmet with paint match insignia as worn by Zouves and some other elements of the Armee of Africa.
The French governed countries of Morocco, Algeria provided a huge number of troops who were deployed in Europe throughout the Great War . These units were to adopt a light khaki wool uniform from 14/15 on and thus their hel...  read more

Code: 15261

WW2 British Commando Green Beret 1943 .

A textbook example of the famous and very hard won green Commando beret . This 1943 dated example made by the prolific maker Kangol Wear shows light service wear and is thus perfect for display . All the characteristics of manufacture are very visible including N over WD stamp correct machine and hand applied stitching , silk draw cord , eyelets and leather backing patch . The crown "hood" is ...  read more

Code: 15256

WW2 British 'Cruise' Visor MK2 Helmet

The very rare and desirable MK2 helmet configured with the shortlived Cruise III model visor .
Named after its inventor Sir Richard Cruise who had already designed at least two other models and variations during the Great war. Cruise had served with the Royal Army medical Corps as a specialist Opthalmic Surgeon in WW1 and in private practice had worked for the royal household .The risk o...  read more

Code: 15239