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**RARE**WW2 1943 British WD, W&SB (W&S Butcher), Sheffield, RAF Servicing Commando Fighting Knife With Correct Bone Pommel & Scabbard. Sn 23754 - 23754
These knives were an issue item to members of the RAF Servicing Commando which was formed in 1942. Primarily their work was to service aircraft on front line airfields. There were 14 separate units and saw service in North Africa, Italy, Sicily, France & The Far East (see page 231 of The Fairbairn Sykes Fighting Knife & Other Commando Knives by Flook & pages 37 to 38 of British & Commonwealth Military Knives by the same author. In this book the author states that the knives were issued with compressed leather handles which had bone or stag horn pommels and examples with stag horn or bone hilts have been noted. In his book page 38, plate 74, a contemporary photograph of a member of The RAF Servicing Commando in action in Normandy servicing an aircraft at a front line airfield is illustrated. His knife is clearly shown worn on his belt. Our variant has excellent undamaged compressed leather rings and red spacers on the hilt. It has a small steel finger guard and correct bone pommel secured by a screw bolt. It has a 152mm drop point blade which has just light staining consistent with age. The knife is sharp with no damage to the cutting edge. The blade is marked by the maker ‘W&SB’’ (W&S Butcher), Sheffield’ ( a known maker of these knives) below WD arrow and 1943 date. The knife has its clean undamaged and correct brown leather scabbard with belt loop and retaining strap with press stud fastener. The front of the leather belt loop is impressed ‘Made In Sheffield Eng’. The rear of the scabbard has period handwriting in ink with an indistinct service number name that looks like ‘Tomlinson’ and other indistinct lettering (most likely the name of the RAF Service man who was issued with this knife). The price for this rare knife includes UK delivery. Sn 23754 (in FS box)
£895.00

Victorian, Rodgers Of Sheffield Cutler To Her Majesty Spear Point Bowie Knife With Open Top Leather Scabbard. Sn 23753 - 23753
Joseph Rodgers had an unsurpassed reputation for knife making in the 19th century. The Star and Maltese cross were granted to Rodgers by the Company in 1764 and both he and later his sons continued to produce quality knives throughout the Victorian era at various premises in Sheffield including the world famous 6 Norfolk Street. Due to the high quality of their work Rodgers & Sons were awarded Royal Warrants. This is an excellent Victorian Spear Point Bowie Knife by Rodgers made at their 6 Norfolk Street Sheffield premises. It measures 9 ¾” overall with a 5” spear point Bowie blade which is sharp and has just light staining consistent with age. The blade shank is signed on one side ‘Rodgers Cutler To Her Majesty’ and with Rodgers Star & Maltese cross trademarks. The reverse has Rodgers ‘No, 6 Norfolk St Sheffield’ address. It has an elegantly shaped polished bone handle and Grman silver cutlery hilt style pommel ferrule and finger guard. The dagger is complete with original brown leather open top scabbard which has a belt loop to the rear. The scabbard has a German silver throat mount and chape. All leather and stitching of the scabbard are intact. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23753 (in Bowies box)
£395.00

**QUALITY**C1980’s German Diana Original Model 35 Super .22 Calibre Break Action Air Rifle With Hawke Reflex 6x42 Telescopic Sight. AI 610 - AI 610
The Original Model 35 Super is a premium, upgraded variant of the classic Diana Model 35 break-barrel spring-piston air rifle. Produced by the German manufacturer Mayer & Grammelspacher & branded as "Original" in the UK, the "Super" version introduced in 1977 stands out for its upgraded internal mechanics and higher-quality stock finish. Our example in .22 calibre is in excellent condition with all original wood and blue finish to the metal work. The cylinder has maker and model detail and the barrel block and barrel have calibre detail and serial number 168843 (all illustrated). The rifle has shrouded target fore sight, adjustable rear sight and is fitted with a Hawke Reflex 6x42 telescopic sight. The sight has removable lens protector caps which are not original to the sight. The rifle cocks and fires with a strong spring action. The price includes UK delivery. NB as a post 1939 Air Weapon the restrictions of the Crime Reduction Act apply to the sale and delivery of this item. AI 610
£395.00

**MATCHING NUMBERS**Cold War Era 1956 Dated Polish / Poland Army Special Forces Fighting Knife & Scabbard. Sn 23755 - 23755
An original 1956 dated Polish Army Special Forces Fighting knife and matching numbers scabbard. The knife has a clean polished steel drop point blade which measures 6 ¼” (10 ¾” overall) . The blade is crisply stamped at the ricasso on one side with ’11 within roundel’ & 1956 date and the reverse has AO7129 and faint inspection mark. The knife has an undamaged wood grip secured by two brass rivets. The wood is impressed with faint inspection mark (illustrated). The pommel is a black metal cap secured with a rivet. The knife has a re-curving finger guard and leather washer. The scabbard is black metal and is stamped with matching number AO7129. The scabbard has the correct leather belt hanger / frog which has a belt loop and retaining strap with lug fastener. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23755 (fighting / hunting knives box)
£495.00

Cold War Era 1956 Dated Polish / Poland Army Special Forces Fighting Knife & Scabbard. Sn 23756 - 23756
An original 1956 dated Polish Army Special Forces Fighting knife and scabbard. The knife has a clean polished steel drop point blade which measures 6 ¼” (10 ¾” overall) . The blade is crisply stamped at the ricasso on one side with ’11 within roundel’ & 1956 date and the reverse has ZO4399 and faint inspection mark. The knife has an undamaged wood grip secured by two rivets. The wood is impressed with faint inspection mark (illustrated). The pommel is a black metal cap secured with a rivet. The knife has a re-curving finger guard and leather washer. The scabbard is black metal and is stamped with un-matching number K07960 on the plate that secures its integral leather belt hanger / frog which has a belt loop and retaining strap with lug fastener. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 23756 (fighting / hunting knives box)
£475.00

**EXTREMELY RARE ONE OF ONLY 3,412**Original WW2 Australian WD Paratrooper’s Mark 1 Machete Bayonet For No.1 Rifles With ‘Slaz 43’ (Slazenger 1943 Grips) & 1944 Dated Scabbard By RML Ltd. Sn 22960 - 22960
On 3rd April 1944 a special bayonet was approved for Parachutists being intended as a dual purpose bayonet and machete, for use with the No. 1 Rifle. Initially it was introduced as the 'P' (Parachutists) bayonet but when use became more widespread it's nomenclature was changed to Machete Bayonet MK 1. Only 3,412 of these bayonets were made and serial numbers between 3001 and 6412 have been seen (see pages 284-286 of British & Commonwealth Bayonets By Skennerton. Plate A24 on page 285 of the author’s book illustrates one of these bayonets). The bayonet was popular with Elite Jungle fighting Troops / Parachutists until introduction of the MKII variant with composite grip in 1945. This is an excellent, original, example of the extremely rare Australian made MK 1 Machete Bayonet. It has a distinctive 11 ¼” richly blued heavy Machete style blade (16" overall). The blade has a small 'War Dept arrow' on one side and no other markings. The cross guard muzzle ring and wood slab grips are undamaged. One wood grip is stamped by the Manufacturer 'SLAZ 43' which is the Australian manufacturer Slazenger and 1943 date. The right side of the pommel is crisply stamped with serial number '4089' which is in the serial number range for MK 1 production. The bayonet is complete with its original webbing and canvas scabbard with copper rivets and steel mouthpiece. The scabbard has integral webbing belt loops and webbing retaining strap with single brass stud fastener. The rear of the scabbard is ink stamped with maker mark ‘RML Ltd’ and '1944' date. The price for this excellent extremely rare Bayonet and Scabbard includes UK delivery. Sn 22960 (other countries box 3)
£1,200.00

Boxed Blank Firing 1950’s / 1960’s West German Made British Webley Sprint .22 / 6mm Blank Sports Starting Pistol With 8 Round Magazine & Instruction Leaflets. Sn 23741 - 23741
The Webley "Sprint" is a highly collectible vintage .22 calibre blank-firing starting pistol produced by the historic British manufacturer Webley & Scott. Unlike the more common Webley Mk 1, Mk 2, and Mk 3 models—which famously utilized a horizontal sliding metal block magazine fed through the front of the frame—the Sprint features a unique design where the magazine inserted directly into the pistol grip. Made during the 1950’s & 60’s they quickly became a popular choice for sporting events. It features a sleek design with a sturdy construction, showcasing the craftsmanship and attention to detail for which Webley & Scott is renowned. The pistol is made of blued steel and features black bakelite chequered grips, providing both durability and aesthetic appeal. The pistol fires .22 (6mm) calibre blank cartridges, which produce a loud report and smoke when fired, creating a distinct signal for the commencement of races or other events. The reliability and loudness of the report made the Webley a preferred choice for many race officials and competitors. Although the Webley is primarily associated with sporting events, it also found its way into theatrical performances and historical re-enactments. Its realistic appearance and sound effects allowed it to effectively simulate the firing of a real firearm without the danger of live ammunition. Its loading, firing & safety catch mechanisms work correctly. The metalwork is very good with all original finish. The grips are excellent. The frame of the pistol has maker model and calibre detail (illustrated). The pistol comes with its original Webley labelled box & has illustrated instruction leaflet copies. The pistol comes with its original .22 (6mm) blank calibre 8 round magazine. This is a rare collectors item. The price includes UK delivery. NB as a top venting blank firer no licence is required to own this item in the UK. Sn 23741 (pistol drawers office)
£225.00

Boxed Blank Firing 1960’s West German EM-GE Gerstenberger & Eberwein Model 6 .22 / 6mm Blank Sports Starting Pistol With 6 Round Magazine & Instruction Leaflets. Sn 23744 - 23744
The EM-GE Model 6 is a classic, German-manufactured 6mm (.22 short) blank-firing starter pistol originally produced by Gerstenberger & Eberwein. Known for its robust "built-like-a-tank" steel craftsmanship, this compact device has been widely used for sporting events, dog training, and theatrical signalling for decades.It uses a distinctive sliding 6-shot linear bar magazine. The magazine is inserted into the front of the pistol underneath the barrel. With each pull of the trigger, the magazine advances mechanically and eventually exits through the back of the frame once all 6 rounds are spent. It fires 6mm Flobert / .22 Short blank cartridges, which are top-vented for safety. It features a physical safety catch to prevent accidental discharge. The EM-GE trade name stretches from pre-WWII (originally Moritz & Gerstenberger) through the post-war era. Our excellent Circa 1960’s has its original blue finish and has undamaged black chequered plastic grips adorned EM-GE roundels. The pistol fires .22 (6mm) calibre blank cartridges, which produce a loud report and smoke when fired, creating a distinct signal for the commencement of races or other events. The reliability and loudness of the report made these pistols a preferred choice for many race officials and competitors. Although the pistols are primarily associated with sporting events, it also found its way into theatrical performances and historical re-enactments. Its realistic appearance and sound effects allowed it to effectively simulate the firing of a real firearm without the danger of live ammunition. Its loading, firing & safety catch mechanisms work correctly. The frame of the pistol has maker model and calibre detail (illustrated). The pistol comes with its original EM-GE labelled box & has illustrated instruction leaflets. The pistol comes with its original .22 (6mm) blank calibre 8 round magazine. This is a rare collectors item. The price includes UK delivery. NB as a top venting blank firer no licence is required to own this item in the UK. Sn 23744 (pistol drawers office)
£195.00

Inter War & WW2 Era French Hotchkiss Model 1922-1926 7.92mm Calibre Light Machine Gun Turkish Military Contract**UK 2008 DEACTIVATION CERTIFICATED COCKS & DRY FIRES**Sn 20067:5 - 20067:5
This is an Inter war & WW2 Era Deactivated Hotchkiss Model 1922-1926 Machine Gun, chambered in 7.92mm. First introduced in the early 1920's, they were used by French forces and partisans during German occupation in WWII. This is a 1920’s Turkish contract example with folding carrying handle and a smaller vertical fore grip for "assault firing" . This model was used in a variety of roles on the ground and in the air. It uses a straight clip feed rather than a belt or magazine, this improved reliability and was a much easier to load and feed. Turkey remained neutral during most of World War II, but entered the closing stages of the war on the side of the Allies in February 1945. Deactivated to UK specification in 2008 it cocks and dry fires & the breech cover can be lifted. All metal work and wood furniture is undamaged & original. The frame has Turkish script and crest & is also marked 'Brevete S.G.D.G No.1199' (illustrated). The price for this iconic weapon includes deactivation certificate and UK delivery. Sn 20067:5
£1,100.00

Victorian 1858 British WD Enfield Tower .650 Carbine Calibre Percussion Pistol With Regulation Brass Fittings, Military Lanyard Ring & Captive Ram Rod. Sn 21449:2 - 21449:2
This is a nice, original British Enfield Tower percussion pistol. It has all original wood work with regulation pattern brass fittings, including trigger guard with extended tang & butt plate with fixed steel military lanyard ring, brass ram rod flute and fore stock plate. It has a heavy military hammer & captive steel ram rod. It measures 15 ¾” overall with an 9” round steel barrel. The smooth bore is clean. The barrel has English black powder proofs. The barrel and butt plate have number ‘2’ inspection marks. The action works crisply. The action plate is signed with the Enfield ‘Tower’ mark, Crown VR (Victoria Regina), 1858 date and WD arrow inspection mark. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique percussion pistol no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as a part of a collection or display. Sn 21449:2
£895.00

Mid 1860’s – Early 20th Century Remington USA Rolling Block .32 Rim Fire Obsolete Calibre Short Rifle. Sn 23751 - 23751
The Remington Rolling Block rifle was a breech-loading rifle produced from the mid-1860s into the early 20th century by E. Remington and Sons (later Remington Arms Company). The action was extremely strong, and could easily withstand the increased pressure of the new smokeless powders coming into use by the late 1880s. This Remington USA rolling block rifle has a 24” octagonal barrel (38 ½” overall). The rifled bore has staining & residue consistent with age & use. It has an external hammer, blade fore sight, ‘v’ notch plate rear sight & steel butt plate. The woodwork has only the minor bumps and bruises from normal use which is to be expected of a weapon of this age. The metal has even aged patina. The top barrel flat is signed by the maker ‘Remington Arms Co Ilion N.Y’. It's loading and firing actions work crisply. The price includes UK delivery. NB As an antique obsolete calibre rifle no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a collection or display. Sn 23751
£975.00

*SCARCE*ALL MATCHING NUMBERS INCLUDING BOLT*WW1 Era French Berthier St Etienne Arsenal, Model 1892 8mm Calibre Bolt Action Mounted Infantry & Cavalry Carbine & Sling**UK/ EU 2026 DEACTIVATION MOVING PARTS**Sn 23593 - 23593
The French Berthier carbine was used by the French Military and saw service with the French & Belgian Armies in WW1. Later due to shortages of weapons the carbines saw service in WW2. These weapons were issued to mounted troops, Cavalry and the French Foreign Legion. The weapon was designed by Émile Berthier, a mechanical engineer in La Compagnie Bône-Guelma (one of the five subsidiary companies of the Algerian Railway System). This is a very good original example. It has the correct folded over bolt lever to prevent it being caught when used by the Cavalry. The carbine has all original wood which has knocks bumps and bruises to be expected with age & service use. The breech is marked 'St Etienne Mle 1892'. The weapon has a steel butt plate, block and blade foresight, adjustable rear sight, cleaning rod & sling rings fitted with original leather sling. The weapon has inspection marks. The carbine is serial number 5091 / 91 which is stamped on metal work, bolt and wood. Deactivated to UK / EU specification in 2026 the carbine’s bolt and trigger move it does not cock and dry fire. The price includes deactivation certificate and UK delivery. Sn 23593
£675.00
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