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**RARE, ORIGINAL, STERILE** WW2 British Commando/ SOE / Special Forces Smatchet & Scabbard. Sn 23250 - 23250
In many respects the WW2 British Special Forces Smatchet is one of the most mysterious British issue knives of the period. Its development appears to have been around the same time as the F-S Commando dagger i.e. 1940-41. The Smatchet is listed as equipment issued to Commandos for D-day and are attributed as being used by the Special Operation Executive (SOE). While some examples bear War Dept Broad arrows no examples have been found bearing manufacturer's names (see pages 234 to 237 of The Fairbairn Sykes Fighting Knife & Other Commando Knives By Flook). Illustrated in image 1 is a copy of a period photograph of members of SOE Force 136 with Smatchet (see page 235 plate 14.14 of Flook’s book). This rare, original example of the Smatchet is clean and undamaged. It has the correct large, heavy, leaf shaped blued steel blade 10 ½” in length and is sharp with no damage to the cutting edge. The blade is just under 2 ¾” broad at its widest and the spine is 3mm thick. The hilt has undamaged wood scales secured by large rivets, oval blued steel cross guard and correct alloy pommel holed for wrist cord. The pommel is fitted with leather lace wrist cord. As is common with special forces weapons this smatchet is sterile having no manufacturer or WD marks. Its original open top scabbard is leather over wood former. The leather and stitching are clean and intact. The throat is fitted with a leather retaining strap with press stud fastener and the rear has a riveted belt loop. The price for this rare piece of WW2 Special Forces Equipment includes UK delivery. Sn 23250 (FS box)
£1,200.00

WW1 British Gas Warfare Patrol (G.W.P) Marked 1918 Pattern MK II Brodie Trench Helmet With Brodie Ink Stamped Original Oil Cloth Sweat Band Liner & Chin Strap. Sn 23251 - 23251
British army Gas warfare patrols during World War I involved soldiers operating in environments heavily contaminated by chemical agents, necessitating specialized equipment, rigorous training, and the development of new tactical procedures. These patrols were common on the Western Front, particularly from 1916 onwards as gas attacks evolved from sporadic, wind-dependent releases to more systematic, artillery-delivered barrages. GWP’s were used to monitor the effects of a gas cloud on enemy lines, take prisoners, and destroy enemy positions, particularly during "cloud gas" attacks. This is an original WW1 MK II War Office 1918 Pattern British Brodie Steel helmet to a ‘GWP’ with correct rolled rim. It has its original textured olive paint & correct small central copper rivet at the crown. The chin strap bales are attached with correct split pins & are fitted with original brown leather chinstrap with buckle (some service wear to the leather). The helmet has its original black oilcloth liner with clear red ink 'Brodie' manufacturer's stamp and padded crown. There are no visible maker / size marks often found on the inner rim but they may be present under the paint. The inner rim has original white paint unit designation ‘G.W.P’ (Gas Warfare Patrol). The helmet is approx. UK size 7. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23251
£475.00

WW1 German M16 Combat Helmet By ‘ET’ (Eisenhuttenwerk AG, Thale Harz) With Original Olive Green / Brown Hue Camouflage Paint & Original Padded Liner. Sn 23252 - 23252
WW1 M16 /17 German camouflage combat helmets had many paint design variants (see pages 46-95 of Helmets of the First War By Haselgrove & Radovic). This original WW1 German M16 Combat helmet is as found & has not been messed with. It has its original olive green / brown hue camouflage paint. It has no dents and even patina. All rivets are in place and it has the correct chin strap lugs (strap absent). The helmet retains its original leather headband liner with cloth pads stuffed with horsehair. The helmet is manufacturer and size stamped on the inner rim ‘ET66’ which is Eisenhuttenwerk AG, Thale Harz UK size 8 ¼. The price for this WW1 helmet includes UK delivery. Sn 23252
£675.00

**SOLD**25/2**WW2 Era U.S Thompson M1 Auto Ordnance Corp .45 ACP Calibre Sub Machine Gun With U.S Army 30 Round Stick Magazine**UK 2008 DEACTIVATION CERTIFICATED** Sn 23231:3 - 23231:3
This is an original WW2 era, U.S Army Thompson M1A1 SMG. It is an excellent example and its original wood stock, pistol grip and fore stock are all undamaged as is its metal work. The weapon is crisply stamped 'Auto -Ordnance Corporation, Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S.A.’ and 'Thompson Submachine Gun, Caliber .45 M1’. The weapon is serial number 153198. The top of the frame is stamped with the Thompson trademark. The Thompson has open combat sights. It is complete with an original stick magazine marked with ‘Co’ within roundel and ‘U.S (army) 30 Cartridge Cal .45’. The weapon is fitted with sling swivels and has steel butt plate with trap. Deactivated to UK specification in 2008 the weapon’s trigger moves, the slide moves place and the magazine can be removed. The price for this iconic WW2 SMG includes deactivation certificate & UK delivery. Sn 23231:3
£0.00

**SIEGE OF MALTA CAMOUFLAGE**British WW2 Tommy Combat Helmet With Liner & Chin Strap. Sn 23259 - 23259
The Siege of Malta in World War II was a military campaign in the Mediterranean Theatre. From June 1940 to November 1942, the fight for the control of the strategically important island of the British Crown Colony of Malta pitted the air and naval forces of Fascist Italy and Nazi Germany against the Royal Air Force (RAF) and the Royal Navy. The opening of a new front in North Africa in June 1940 increased Malta's already considerable value. British air and sea forces based on the island could attack Axis ships transporting vital supplies and reinforcements from Europe; Churchill called the island an "unsinkable aircraft carrier". General Erwin Rommel, in de facto field command of Axis forces in North Africa, recognised its importance quickly. In May 1941, he warned that "Without Malta the Axis will end by losing control of North Africa". The Axis resolved to bomb or starve Malta into submission, by attacking its ports, towns, cities, and Allied shipping supplying the island. Malta was one of the most intensively bombed areas during the war. The Luftwaffe and the Regia Aeronautica (Italian Royal Air Force) flew a total of 3,000 bombing raids, dropping 6,700 tons of bombs on the Grand Harbour area alone, over a period of two years in an effort to destroy RAF defences and the ports. Success would have made possible a combined German–Italian amphibious landing (Operation Herkules) supported by German airborne forces, but this did not happen. In the event, Allied convoys were able to supply and reinforce Malta, while the RAF defended its airspace, though at great cost in materiel and lives. In November 1942 the Axis lost the Second Battle of El Alamein, and the Allies landed forces in Vichy French Morocco and Algeria under Operation Torch. The Axis diverted their forces to the Battle of Tunisia, and attacks on Malta were rapidly reduced. The siege effectively ended in November 1942. In December 1942, air and sea forces operating from Malta went over to the offensive. By May 1943, they had sunk 230 Axis ships in 164 days, the highest Allied sinking rate of the war. The Allied victory in Malta played a major role in the eventual Allied success in North Africa. This is an excellent, original, WW2 steel 'Tommy' Combat helmet. This helmet has all of its original rough texture green and sand section colour camo paint as used in the Siege of Malta. The helmet has no dents. The rim has no visible date or maker marks but they may be present under the paint. It has its original oil cloth sweat band liner, chin strap bales & elasticated webbing chinstrap with buckle all of which are intact. The helmet is approx. UK size 7. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23259
£395.00

WW2 Japanese Officer's Shin-Gunto Seki Arsenal Katana Sword With Smith Signed Tang ‘Seki Ju Kane Matsu Kazu Nori Saku’, Showa Arsenal Blossom Stamp, Officer’s Rank Tassel Scabbard With Leather Field Combat Cover & Expert Assessment. Sn 23255 - 23255
An original WW2 Japanese Officer's Sword. The tang is signed on one side with crisp Smith’s name in Japanese script characters. The signature has been translated and the sword assessed by UK Japanese sword expert Bill Tagg. His hand written notes accompany the sword. In extracts from his notes he states “A Shin Gunto Army Officer’s sword with good condition leather cover on scabbard. In un-touched condition / original with a blade just under 27” cutting edge. Blade has Nakerishimei signature by a seki arsenal signature specialist inscribed ‘Seki Ju Kane Matsu Kazu Nori Saku’ with a showa blossom arsenal stamp (made after 1938). The Hamon is typical mino / seki in gunome midare with nioi crystals. Low temperature forging quenched in oil. See John Slough Swordsmiths of Japan page 80 for reference and oshigata. Made Medium to high grade Showa To. See Markus Sesko swordsmiths of japan 1st Vol A to K page 350 for reference. 2 men listed. I think this is second listing Kazu Nori Showa showa period 1926-1945. Real name Kane Matsu Kazu Ichi. He signed using combination of his personal name & his art name. He was born 1894 & died 9th December 1944”. The notes contain a photocopy image of a rubbing of the blade with translation of the signature. The dark binding over the shagreen handle is complete and intact and all the fittings are original, correct and present (illustrated). The sarute loop is fitted with Officers rank tassel cord. The hilt’s scabbard retaining catch functions as it should. The field combat cover of the scabbard is clean and undamaged. Overall length of the sword is 37 ½”. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23255
£1,675.00

*ALL MATCHING NUMBERS**MINT BORE** Cased, C1870’s-1880’s American Eli Whitney, Whitneyville Armoury USA 1871 Patent Factory Nickel Plated Brass Framed .32 Rim Fire Obsolete Calibre 5 Shot Pocket Revolver With Octagonal Barrel & Accessories. Sn 22410 - 22410
This is an excellent original nickel plated brass framed .32 Rim Fire 5 shot revolver made by Whitneyville Armoury USA (founded 1798 New Haven Connecticut USA by Eli Whitney). These American pocket revolvers were produced in the 1870's into the 1880's. The pistol has a 3 ¼” nickel plated steel octagonal barrel. The barrel’s bore is near mint, clean with crisp rifling. The top barrel flat is marked ‘Whitneyville Armory CT USA’ together with 'Pat May 23 1871'. The grip frame butt is stamped with serial number '6340B’. Matching numbers ‘340’ are stamped on the underside of the barrel, cylinder and cylinder spigot. The revolver has a sheathed trigger and the pistol's single action firing mechanism works crisply. The cylinder is quickly removed for speed loading with a pre-loaded cylinder by pressing a small button on the underside of its frame and removing its cylinder spigot which doubles as a clearing rod. The smooth walnut grips are excellent and undamaged. The pistol is contained in its associated fitted wood case lined with felt. The case has compartments to fit the pistol and accessories which consist of a white metal oil container with screw top lid and integral oil applicator tool, a small wire cleaning brush and steel cleaning rod. The case has a hinged lid and brass push button clasp fastener which works correctly. The inside of the lid has a paper trade label Frederick J. Smith & Co Birmingham manufacturer of guns. The top of the lid has a brass plaque inlaid which is marked ‘No.194 W.H. Harling London’ above indistinct struck out mark. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique obsolete calibre rim fire revolver no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as a part of a collection or display. Sn 22410
£745.00

**ORIGINAL LUXURY CASED**UN-FIRED MILITARY LARGE FRAME**French Model 1854 Lefaucheux Patent 12 mm Pin Fire Obsolete Calibre Single Action Revolver With Captive Ejector Rod, Military Lanyard Ring & Accessories With Book Lefaucheux by Mastrigt & Slingerland - 23254
In 1854, Frenchman Eugene Lefaucheux introduced the Lefaucheux Model 1854, notable as being the first revolver to use self-contained metallic cartridges rather than loose powder, pistol ball, and percussion caps. The M1854 model was a single-action, pinfire revolver holding six rounds.[1] It was a French military revolver chambered for the 12 mm pinfire cartridge, based on a design by Casimir Lefaucheux (Eugene's father, who was also a gun designer). The M1854 revolver spawned numerous variants, some of which were produced under license in other countries. It was widely exported during the 1860s and sold as both a military and civilian sidearm with either a short or long barrel. Most military models were produced only as single-action weapons, whereas civilian models were made primarily as double-action weapons. Both the federal forces and the Confederate forces used Lefaucheux revolvers in the American Civil War. The Union Army typically issued them to cavalry soldiers, especially in the states of Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Some of the models sold to the American powers kept the original designation, M1854, and were produced either at Lefaucheux Paris, Liege, or local producers under license (Chollet, Merton, Merton via Bond, Gunther at Liege). However, these pinfire revolvers were replaced in service later in the war as more Colt and Remington revolvers became available. Among American troops, the weapon was often referred to as the "French Tranter". After the war many were sold back to France when it entered the Franco-Prussian war in 1870 and needed weapons. About 6,780 of the original 12,000 revolvers or so shipped to America were returned to France. This is an excellent original 12mm calibre, 6 shot French Lefaucheux military revolver which appears to have been un-fired during its long life. Our example is 12” overall with a 6 ¼” round steel 2 stage barrel. The rifled bore and cylinders are clean. It has excellent undamaged Walnut grips. It is side gate loading and has its original captive ejector rod. The cocking and firing actions function crisply, correctly in single action only. The metal work retains its original blue finish aged to a nice plum colour in areas. It has a ball top blade fore sight and ‘v’ notch hammer rear sight. The action has ‘Lefaucheux Brevete’ patent detail, Lefaucheux trademark and number ‘LF51829’. The pistol comes with its original Luxury wood case. The case has a hinged lid with folding brass carry handle and lock with key that works as it should. The inside of the case is contoured to snugly fit the pistol and has green cushioned felt lined compartments for the pistol and accessories. The inside of the lid has ‘Lefaucheux A Paris’ in gold leaf. The compartments accessories consist of a period tin of percussion caps which contains a quantity of small percussion caps. The tin has its original paper labelling with manufacturer information (illustrated), a steel bullet mould, a brass and wood powder cup, steel tool, cleaning rod a 3 moulded lead bullets. The pistol is accompanied by a hardback copy of the book ‘Eugene Gabriel Lefaucheux’ Mastrigt & Slingerland. The illustrated book contains over 270 paperback pages, A4 format & 300 photos. In this reference book, you will find everything about the character of Eugène Lefaucheux, his life and his works. It will allow you to identify and evaluate your Lefaucheux revolvers, pistols, carbines and shotguns for their quality. You will find both the description of the standard versions of the products, exceptional and unique pieces. A complete index of sources and names is also included. Illustrated in the images are an example of Luxury case similar to ours, a copy of a period portrait of a French Officer Firing a M1854 pistol and M1854 technical drawings all from the book. The price for this excellent piece includes UK delivery. NB. As an obsolete calibre, antique pinfire revolver no licence is required to own this item in the UK if part of a private collection or display. Sn 23254
£1,750.00

*ALL MATCHING NUMBERS INCLUDING BOLT*C1965 Indian Army & Police Rifle Factory Ishapore (RFI) Bolt Action ‘Rifle 7.62mm 2A1’ (Enfield No.1 MK III SMLE) In 7.62mm NATO Calibre’ With Correct 7.62mm Box Magazine & Sling*UK 2004 DEACTIVATION COCKS & DRY FIRES* - 23231:4
The ‘Rifle 7.62mm 2A’ is a 7.62 NATO calibre bolt-action rifle adopted as a reserve arm by the Indian Armed Forces in 1963. The design of the rifle began at the Rifle Factory Ishapore soon after the Sino-Indian War. The Ishapore 2A and later 2A1 have the distinction of being the last bolt-action rifles designed to be used by a regular military force other than specialised sniper rifles. While they are no longer in service with the Indian Army, the rifles are still used by the Indian Police. This is a rare to find SMLE Rifle 7.62mm 2A1 made at the Rifle Factory Ishapore (RFI). The rifle has its original, correct 7.62mm calibre box magazine. The steel grip strap has clear date and manufacturer's stamps including Crown RFI (Rifle Factory Ishapore), arsenal cartouche, 1965 date and Calibre ‘Rifle 7.62mm 2A1’. The rifle has all matching numbers ‘D or 0 2057’ on the frame, front of barrel block, under the rear sight and bolt. It has all original wood stock which has just light bumps and bruises to be expected with age & service use. The rifle has its original winged front sight and adjustable rear sight arrangement. It has an alloy butt plate with trap, bayonet lug and sling swivels fitted with original webbing sling. Deactivated to UK specification in 2004 the rifle, cocks and dry fires, its safety catch works and its magazine can be removed. The price includes deactivation certificate and UK delivery. Sn 23231:4
£795.00

**AS FOUND**WW1 1916 Imperial German Waffenfabrik Mauser Pattern 98/05 Sawback 'Butcher Bayonet' With Scabbard & Leather Frog. Sn 23253 - 23253
An original German WW1 Mauser 98/05 'Butcher Bayonet' in as found condition. The bayonet has the correct un-damaged 9 groove wooden grips which are secured with two original screw bolts. It’s push button spring release operates as it should. The cross guard correctly has no muzzle ring. The steel blade is marked by the manufacturer ‘Waffenfabrik Mauser A.G. Oberndorf a/’. The spine has date mark ‘16’ (1916) below Imperial inspection mark. The steel pommel also has an Imperial inspection mark. The blade measures just over 14 ¼” length (just over 19 ½” overall) & has the correct deep cut, sharp, sawback. The blade has just staining consistent with age and service use. Its original blackened steel scabbard has even patina. The scabbard has the correct frog bar and is fitted with period leather frog with belt loop. There are no visible maker or date marks on the scabbard or frog. The frog has a contemporary stitched stable field repair at the throat. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23253 (box 2)
£395.00

**RARE**WW2 ‘Dirty Dozen’ 15 Jewel Swiss Omega British WD Wrist Watch With Correct Military & Manufacturer Markings & Later Wrist Strap. Sn 16357 - 16357
In the 1940s, during World War II, Britain’s Ministry of Defence (MOD) needed watches to issue to army personnel – they felt civilian watches just didn’t quite make the mark. Perhaps in a bid to maximise production, rather than partnering with a specific brand, they invited Swiss manufacturers who could build a watch to the requested standard to bid for contracts. Due to the rigours of military life, very strict specifications were set, and all in, twelve watch manufacturers were eventually accepted, resulting in the nickname ‘The Dirty Dozen’. They were: Buren, Cyma, Eterna, Grana, Jaeger Le-Coultre, Lemania, Longines, IWC, Omega, Record, Timor and Vertex. These were all delivered in 1945 and accompanied by a pigskin or canvas strap. More formally, these watches were known as W.W.Ws, a code established by the British Army to distinguish these from other military equipment and it simply stood for Watch. Wrist. Waterproof. The MOD specs were exactly what you would expect a military watch to be - waterproof, luminous, regulated to chronometer level and composed of a case that was rugged. Two serial numbers were required, one being the manufacturer’s number, and the other (with the letter) being the military store number. On top of that, the dial needed to be black, with arabic numerals and sub seconds in order to maximise legibility. The case-back had to include the W.W.W designation and a broad arrow marking, with the dial only displaying the latter. This is a rare, original, WW2 British Military watch by the quality Swiss manufacturer Omega, one of ‘The Dirty Dozen’. The watch has all of the correct WD features listed above and has crisp Omega and WD markings together with 15 jewelled movement and compensated balance wheel (all markings illustrated). The watch is unrestored and has the correct steel pins and removable screw back. It is fitted with later expanding metal bracelet over the original pins. The glazed face is 36mm diameter. The watch has been inspected and is in fully working order. The price for this rare WW2 British Military Omega watch includes UK delivery. Sn 16357 (drawers office)
£975.00

**IMPRESSIVE**Verney Jne A Lyon Cased Victorian Era Belgian Liege Large Frame Double Action 12 Shot 9mm, Military Pinfire, Revolver With Accessories. Sn 16210 - 16210
This is an excellent, Belgian 12mm, military, pinfire, 12 Shot Revolver. It is side gate loading with a 6” barrel, sturdy undamaged large frame and undamaged Walnut grips. The frame has a small ‘crown above s’ Liege inspection mark. The barrel’s rifled bore has staining and residue consistent with age and use The frame and fluted cylinder have crisp foliate engraving. The pistol is double action and cocks and dry fires perfectly in both single & double action. It has a blade fore sight and the side gate operates crisply. It is complete with its original military lanyard ring and captive steel clearing rod. The pistol is contained in its original Oak case with hinged lid. We have never seen one of these 12 shot pin fire pistols with case. The case is ornately inlaid with mother of pearl. The lid of the case has some old stable cracks which are secure. The case has a brass lock with key which works correctly. The case is lined with maroon felt and has compartments which contain accessories including a brass cleaning rod with screw on attachment and ebony handle, a small empty glass oil jar with lid which has an integral applicator & and an ebony handled steel tool. The inside of the padded lid has wording highlighted in gold ‘Verney Jne A Lyon’ most likely a French retailer. The price for this cased pistol with original accessories includes UK delivery. NB As an antique pin fire revolver no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 16210
£2,450.00
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