Falklands War 1982 Argentinian Helmet 1982

If you are looking for one iconic example of an Argentinian infantry helmet this superb ' been in the thick of it ' recently acquired example may be for you.
Typical of the conscripts of the Argentinian Infantry regiments the green hood from the winter parka has been fitted around the shell with rubber inner tube used as a securing band. Interestingly the green hood cover is of a slightl...  read more

Code: 13805

The German Army In Pictures - January 1941

Alot of photographs on various German soldiers, equipment , weapons etc.  read more

Code: 15034

' More Pictures of The German Army' - November 1941

A follow on from the previous January 1941 edition with more smallarms photos, soldiers , armoured vehicles etc.  read more

Code: 15035

WW1 German Jager Zu Pferde Helmet 1916

An untouched 1916 dated lobster tailed 'Metalhelme' of the Jager-zu-Pferde with nickel silver fittings & curved M1894 chinscales in brass denoting wear by Regiments 1 to 4 & 7 .
The Model 1905 Jager zu Pferde helmet was made of blackened steel with nickel silver fittings except for the chinscales which were , in most cases, of tombak . This new pattern of helmet carried a Dragoner patt...  read more

Code: 14229

'Training In Fieldcraft & Elementary Tactics' - Mrch 1940

In good condition.  read more

Code: 15036

Friday 4th April 2025 - Website Updated

Website updated with the following fabulous items :

1. Bavarian M15 Feldbluse

2. WW2 British Paratrooper Beret

3. WW2 British Malta Camouflage Helmet

4. RAF 41 Patt Mae West

5. 1939 Dated RAF Blue Collarless Shirt

Plus more...  read more

Code: 15015

WW2 British Malta Camouflage MkII Helmet 1938

A stunning malta camouflage helmet in the distinct 'Rubble camouflage' seen used by members of the armed forces & other service personnel on the island during WW2.
This helmet belonged to a police officer & started life as a dark blue issue with the 'POLICE' wording still discernible under the camouflage paint. Top nut is original to the helmet with matching camouflage paint still visib...  read more

Code: 15013

WW1 German M16 Camouflage Helmet

Straight out of the German trenches of WW1 this very large sized handpainted three colour M16 helmet has tan ochre , forest green & brown colour segments all divided by finger thick black lines as per the Ludendorff order of 1918.
Very effectively camouflaged with these classic colours the helmet shows extensive trench wear with good strong colours overall. Marked to its rim underside w...  read more

Code: 14551

WW2 RAF '41 Pattern 'Mae West' Life Preserver

An RAF '41 pattern Mae West Life Preserver in very good condition.
Very hard to find now this jacket has all of its buttons to front with webbing loop handles to aid pulling out of the water & leg ties for better securement. Interestingly it is labelled a ' Flap ' type although does not appear to have ever had one. Mislabelling was common in wartime , as explained in Mick Prodgers excel...  read more

Code: 14994

WW2 British Parachute Regiment Beret

A British parachute regiment beret with two pronged badge that has been in situ for a very long time.
All the features one would expect to see on a wartime issue are present , this example with a tan lining so widely accepted as being an end of war example. WD inspection Z code confirms this.
Overall in very good condition with moderate wear.  read more

Code: 15008