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*Signed 1st Edition- Ian Skennerton* (626/2000) Australian Service Bayonets. 19402:7. - 19402:7
A signed 1st edition copy of ‘Australian Service Bayonets’ number 626/2000. Signed by ‘Ian Skennerton’ who is widely regarded as the foremost expert in edged weaponary. The book covers the production, prototype models, manufacture and markings etc regarding ‘Australian Service Bayonets. This is a scarce author signed 1st edition that is a must for collectors and enthusiast alike. Hardback with protective cover, 133 illustrated pages. The price includes UK postage. 19402:7.
£95.00

*1st Edition-Signed by Author* Collecting the Edged Weapons of the Third Reich-Volume V. 19402:5. - 19402:5
An illustrated hardback 1st edition signed by author entitled ‘Collecting the Edged Weapons of the Third Reich-Volume V’. The Führer and his associates well understood the many various ways of inspiring both military and civilians with orders, decorations, medals, insignias, uniforms and personal weapons. From the very beginning the sword and the dagger became well recognised symbols of leaders. This book covers all aspects of edged weapons throughout the reign of the Third Reich. A very scarce and invaluable source of information for the collector/enthusiast. Illustrated hardback with cover, 330 pages. The price includes UK postage. 19402:5.
£135.00

*Out of Print Book* The Sword and Bayonet Makers of Imperial Germany 1871-1918. 19402:4. - 19402:4
An out of print (scarce) copy of ‘The Sword and Bayonet Makers of Imperial Germany 1871-1918’ By John Walter. This book presents for the first time, details of many of the firms who impressed their names and trademarks on the edged weapons (swords, sabres, side-arms and bayonets) produced in Germany during the years of the Second Reich, 1871-1918. 80 pages, hardback with cover. A must for the enthusiast/collector. The price includes UK delivery. 19402:4.
£50.00

A Set of Five Collectors Books on Bayonets. 19402:3. - 19402:3
Five books for the collector of bayonets, covering markings, illustrations and the history of the bayonet. No1- Allied Bayonets of World War 2 by J.Anthony.Carter. Hardback with slip, 80 pages. No2- The Collectors Pictorial Book of Bayonets by Frederick.J.Stephens, paperback, 127 pages. No3 – Bayonet Markings – A Guide for the Collector by I.D.Davidson, paperback, 22 pages. No4- Bayonets-An Illustrated History and Reference Guide by Frederick J. Stephens, paperback, 75 pages *loose pages. No5- Bayonets Illustrated by Bert Walsh, hardback, 50 pages. A good set of informative books for the enthusiast. The price includes UK delivery. 19402:3.
£95.00

A set of 5 Paperback Books Covering all Aspects of Bayonets & Scabbards. 19402:2. - 19402:2
A set of 5 books covering all aspects of bayonets and scabbards. No1- A Primer of World Bayonets – Common Knife and Sabre bayonets by John Walter & Gordon Hughes ‘Part one’ 20 pages. No2- A Primer of World Bayonets – Common Knife and Sabre bayonets by John Walter & Gordon Hughes ‘Part 2’ 23 pages. No3- A Primer of Military Knives- European & American Combat, Trench & Utility Knives by Gordon Hughes & Barry Jenkins ‘Part One’ 20 pages. No4- A Primer of Military Knives- European & American Combat, Trench & Utility Knives (Including Trench Clubs) by Gordon Hughes & Barry Jenkins ‘Part Two’ 20 pages. No5- The Ross Bayonet & Scabbard *from chapter 8, 25 pages. A group of very informative books for the collector or enthusiast. The price includes UK delivery. 19402:2.
£85.00

Information Pamphlets and handbooks referring to Air Raids, Unexploded Bombs and Wartime Safety Leaflets. BO 415 - BO 415
A collection of safety/advisory literature referring to wartime bombings and practical Blitz experiences. 1: The Conduct of A.R.P Incidents. Based on practical Blitz experience for all civil defence services, paperback 47 pages. 2: Notes on the detection and reporting of unexploded missiles No1, paperback 44 pages. 3: Notes on the detection and reporting of unexploded bombs No1, pamphlet 6 pages. 4: Civil Defence training bulletin No10, pamphlet 27 pages. 5: Objects dropped from the air No2, pamphlet 100 pages. Ministry of Home Security – Objects dropped from the air 1941, paperback 19 pages. 6/7: Fighting Fires in Crops-Ventilation in the black out, 2/3 page leaflets. Uk postage is included in the price. BO 415.
£120.00

Infantry Training Volume 1 Pamphlet ‘The 7-62mm Self Loading Rifle and Bayonet’ (All Arms 1959). BO 402. - BO 402
This pamphlet applies to the 7-62mm SL rifle of British manufacture. All aspects of rifle and bayonet training covered. Pamphlet No 3A. (WO Code No. 8893). 118 pages, paperback, very good condition for age. Price includes UK postage. BO 402.
£45.00

Reference Books Relating to Japanese Swords, Makers and Military Police. BO 413 - BO 413
1: Japanese Military Swords by R.Gregory. A study of swordsmiths, terms peculiar to sword mountings, tips on cleaning etc. Paperback *inner has become detached from outer, but all pages secure and intact. 125 illustrated pages. 2: A Primer of Japanese Sword-Blades by B.W.Robinson (M.A., B.Litt) ‘Deputy Keeper, Victoria & Albert Museum’. The book is largely based on the excellent little work ‘Token Benran’ (Handbook of swords). Paperback 95 pages. 3: ‘Kempeitai’ Japans Dreaded Military Police by Raymond Lamont-Brown. A book covering ‘The Kempeitai’, Japanese secret military police and counter espionage service. Hardback with slip, 182 illustrated pages. 4: The arts of the Japanese sword by B.W.Robinson. A convenient and comprehensive manual on collecting Japanese swords. For the specialist and collector the book will be found indispensable. Hardback with slip, 200 illustrated pages. 5: The Sword and the Sáme by Henri L. Joly and Inada Hogitaro. The translation of two books – The Sword book in Honcho Gunkiko and the Book of Sáme K!3; Hi Sei Gi, written by two men of very different status in the 18th century. Hardback 225 illustrated pages ‘A reprint of the edition published in 1913 by Henri L.Joly. Price includes UK postage.
£175.00

*The Yasukuni Swords-Rare Weapons of Japan 1933- 945 by Tom Kishida. BO 412 - BO 412
A comprehensively illustrated book by renowned expert Tom Kishida on the 8100 swords manufactured in the grounds of the Yasukini shrine between 1933 and 1945 which are an exceptional legacy , as artefacts that preserved not only time-honoured forging methods but aesthetic and spiritual traditions of the Samurai Warrior. Hard back with slip, 155 illustrated pages. An excellent book for anyone with an interest in Japanese swords. BO 412. The price includes UK postage.
£165.00

*The New Generation of Japanese Swordsmiths by ‘Tamio Tsuchiko’. BO 411. - BO 411
An in-depth insight into the lives and works of twenty ‘Swordsmiths’. Mr Tsuchiko himself visited each Swordsmith and spent a great deal of time interviewing them on subjects such as sword forging techniques, and their methods and aims. The book is hard back with slip and has 255 comprehensively illustrated pages. An invaluable book for anyone with an interest in sword forging. BO 411. The price includes UK postage.
£145.00

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