WW1 German Gas Mask Named 'Busch' Complete With Original Carrying Straps & Schnappdeckel Smoke/Arsenic Filter

One of the best examples of the WW1 German gas mask we have had for a while this the Model 17 with ' spider' reinforcement to eyepieces & also the rare additional 'Schnappdeckel ' smoke /arsenic filter clipped onto the bottom. These were introduced in May 1918 however not many seem to have survived.
Upon the lid of the carrying tin can be seen the remains of unit markings with oil impr...  read more

Code: 15544

WW1 German M17 Stick Grenade 1917 ( Matching Head & Handle )

*** This item is inert /free from explosive ***
A textbook example of the WW1 German M17 stick grenade with matching maker to head & handle of 'CWN' with date 1917.
Complete with integral belt hook to head this retains a very high proportion of its original green factory paint . Just about still visible is the now faint German stencilling translating to ' Before Use, Insert Deton...  read more

Code: 15548

WW1 German One Piece Ersatz Pickelhaube Of Prussia In Tin

A WW1 German Ersatz pickelhaube of Prussia in rare one piece pressed tin configuration with brass front plate & fitted spike .
Many variations of the Ersatz pickelhaube can be encountered this being the so called 'one piece' version with spike mount integral to the rest of the helmet. Both national & state cockades are present & in good order with chinstrap having brass buckles correct f...  read more

Code: 15543

WW2 British Early '37 Patt Webbing Binocular Case 1938

Early issue of the British '37 pattern webbing binocular case dated 1938.
These first issues were made without side buckles , which were seen later. Marked to underside of lid 'MECo1938' .  read more

Code: 15419

WW1 French Medical Troops Adrian Helmet

WW1 French M15 Adrian helmet for medical personnel in straight from the battlefield uncleaned condition.
Totally untouched , this helmet displays the distinctive medical insignia to front of Caduceus with the serpent of Epidaurus encircling the mirror of prudence . This is flanked by the letters 'RF' & surrounded by a laurel & oakleaves in its entirety. This insignia was adopted in Augus...  read more

Code: 15539

WW2 Canadian Tank Beret 1944

A good WW2 wartime worn Canadian tank beret made by Dorothea Hats Ltd of Toronto & dated 1944. Canadian tank badge mounted to front. S
Service wear evident to wool with wear to nap of cloth. One small hole to top.  read more

Code: 15523

WW2 British RAF B Type Flying Helmet 1940 - With Cheek Protectors & Rubber Earcups

A 1940 dated B Type flying helmet as worn during the Battle of Britain by pilots of the RAF. This example comes with cheek protectors & rubber earcups.
made by the firm Frank Bryan Ltd with label present & clear date 1940 .
Overall good supple leather & an aircrew worn example.  read more

Code: 15514

WW1 British '02 Pattern Service Tunic - Border Regiment With Identified Wearer

A WW1 British four pocket service tunic of the wartime 1902 pattern in very good condition with 'Borders' shoulder titles to each shoulder. Serial numbered to interior initial research has discovered that this relates to 'Joseph MILLER' of the 2/4th Border regiment.
This is a tunic that has clearly seen WW1 service & is presented as found with its period placed blue embroidered overseas...  read more

Code: 15511

WW2 British Aluminium Messtins 1939 (Matching)

Matching set of British army messtins both marked 'TL&Co 1939'.
These were in use by the British Expeditionary Force during the Battle of France & the subsequent Dunkirk action many being left behind in the immediate vicinity of that area upon the evacuation.
There are some soldier scratchings on the sides of the outer messtin.  read more

Code: 15515

WW1 French Infantry M15 Adrian Helmet

Untouched WW1 French Adrian Infantry helmet in original early issue light blue paint & complete with liner & chinstrap.
A good proportion of the factory paint remains to both inside & out with soldiers name & numbers scratched onto underside of front peak. Interior has one piece liner with remannt of tightening lace to fingers. Ventilation strips still present between the leather & the ...  read more

Code: 15519