Items: 0 Price: £0    
view cart

Equipment

 1  2  3  4  5  6  7  8  9  Next Page 1 of 9

Original WWI Dated 1916 Officers Folding Trench Lantern with Case by Manufacturer James Hinks & Son of Birmingham. 22553:5 - 22553:5
In WWI the trench Lamp was intended for use with either an Oil Lamp, or if oil was not available with a lighted Candle. The Lantern has eight flat glazed panes with one that opens when in the used position for access. All four glazed panels (windows) present and undamaged *one corner missing, see images*. James Hinks & Son Birmingham 1916 is imprinted to an oval plaque at the base of one side of the lantern and ‘Use ½ Candles Only’ on a plate at the top of another (James Hinks (c.1816 – 21 December 1905) was an oil lamp manufacturer in Birmingham, England, and the founder of the company James Hinks & Son- The company was first incorporated in 1873 (and re-incorporated in 1896). Newspaper reports suggest that James retired as Managing Director and became Chairman in about 1897–98, when Joseph took over. The firm had bases in London and Birmingham. Important customers included railway companies, which used oil lamps to light stations, trains and signals. With an eye to the domestic market, Hinks' lamps were also decorative and borrowing from the designs of beautiful European China and porcelain table decorations their lamps were also a byword for domestic beauty, so much so that there is still a flourishing market for antique Hinks' lamps. They also developed specialist lamps and hurricane lanterns for India which was one of their most lucrative markets. Hinks' lamps were state-of-the-art until the early 20th century when electric lighting became the norm). All of the steel work and glazing are in excellent condition *one corner missing off one pane-see images*. The storage box is in very good order *leather carry straps missing*. A Hinks & Son makers plate can be found on one side of the case. Measuring 31 cm high and 15 cm wide this is a rare piece of history for the collector/en-actor. The price includes UK delivery. 22553:5.
£375.00

Original WWI British Tubular Trench Periscope. 22554. - 22554
The trench periscope is an optical device that soldiers used during the First World War to observe the ground in front of their trenches and fortifications, without taking the risk of raising their eyes above the parapet and creating a target for the enemy snipers. An officer once wrote in a 1917 handbook ‘To make the image in the periscope clearer, binoculars can be applied to the lower glass at the proper angle, and almost as clear a view obtained as by looking over the parapet. One disadvantage of the periscope is that it makes the distance seem greater than it really is, and many a man receives a shock when he places his head above the parapet after looking through a periscope for a while, to see how close the enemy trenches are’. The periscope worked using two mirrors at 45 degrees to each other to reflect a view down a barrel or tube to the user who was safely out of sight of snipers This example with original brown/green painted tubular metal body with turned wooden grip. Retaining both mirror plates and measuring 55 ½ cm in length. The price includes UK delivery. 22554.
£175.00

Imperial German WWI 'Sniper's Loop' Trench Plate Armour/Manlet. Sn 20431 - 20431
WWI Trench plates or Manlets also known as "Sniper loops" could be carried short distances, by an assault party to help create a trench block. They were often set into the sides of trenches or used to create semi- permanent sniper's posts. This is the model 1916 manlet most easily identified by the sliding shutter mechanism. Constructed of "Ruhr Valley" silicon-nickel steel about 5 mm thick it weighs around 28 lbs, offset to one side for a right-handed shooter. The shields are said to be able to withstand machine-gun fire at ranges over 100 yards but were ineffective against armour piercing rounds. The snipers shield has the correct turned edges and measures 26” by 12”. The shield has two thin hinged folding side shields on each side that are cut to enable the shield to stand up with an angle of approximately 10 degrees to stop it falling forward. These side shields fold flat when the shield is folded and open out when use. The side shields measure 11 inches high with a length of 8 inches at the top and 12 inches at the bottom. There held on by two forged brackets on each side of the manlet which are held on by nuts screwed onto riveted bolts. Between the hinges are integral steel handles with wooden grips to enable the shield to be moved in position when the side shields are folded. The two handles are hidden from use when the side shields are folded in. the firing slot measures 5 inches high by 2 inches wide. The price for this rare sniper armour includes UK delivery. Sn 20431
£475.00

WW2, 1944 Dated, Container Light Equipment Parachute. Sn - 22846:91
The CLE (container light equipment) was developed during the Second World War to carry additional supplies to be dropped with Paratroopers and for later resupply purposes. Initially named the CLE after the Central Landing Establishment, it could contain various weapons, ammunition, rations, medical equipment, radios and even the small Welbike motorcycle. Later it was officially named the Container Light Equipment. Initial variants were canvas bags with internal supports, but the chosen design consisted of a metal tube with large access doors. It was attached via a trestle to the aircraft, usually a Dakota. The CLE parachute was contained in a canvas bag atop the container and the parachutes themselves were colour coded, depending on contents and the operation, and could range from khaki through to blue, yellow, red and white. The collapsible crash pad dome at the base of the container was designed to take the impact of the landing. This is a cream coloured parachute for the container light equipment container that was attached to the top of the container. The parachute is stamped in red on the inside F.CO LOT NO FC-1 15 FEB 7 1944 (7 February 1944 date). The parachute measures approximately 88 inches diameter with a 6 inch spill hole in the top where the parachute straps cross and a spill slit on one side between the top to near the bottom of the parachute to allow air to escape and stabilise the parachute in a vertical descent. The free length of the 12 parachute cords is 44 inches. All of the seams, circumference and cord attachments have reinforced seams. The parachute is in good condition and the price includes U.K. delivery. Sn 22846:91
£225.00

SOLD SOLD (09/03) Original WWI Dated British Respirator, Small Box Type (SBR) Mapplin & Web Haversack, Anti-Gas Eyeshields, Anti-Dimming Composition & Upgraded Filter. 22441:32. - 22441:32
The Small Box Respirator (SBR) was a British gas mask of the First World War and a successor to the Large Box Respirator. In late 1916, the respirator was introduced by the British with the aim to provide reliable protection against chlorine and phosgene gases. The respirator offered a first line of defence against these. The use of mustard gas, was begun by the Germans; a vesicant ("blister agent") that burnt the skin of individuals that were exposed to it. Death rates were high with exposure to both the mixed phosgene, chlorine and mustard gas, however with soldiers having readily available access to the small box respirator, death rates had lowered significantly. Light and reasonably fitting, the respirator was a key piece of equipment to protect soldiers on the battlefield. This is an original WWI respirator with canister, Mapplin & Web haversack with khaki rubberised cloth face mask, glass eyepieces and black elastic harness; the rubber mouthpiece inside is connected to a tube running to the outside, a cloth covered rubber connector tube connects mouthpiece to canister; tin plate canister. The khaki manufacturer marked and WWI dated webbing haversack has two internal compartments and popper closure which holds the mask, canister and original MKIII Anti-Gas eye shields and Glasso Anti-Dimming composition with instructions for use – see images. The price includes UK delivery. 22441:32.
£0.00

WW2, British, 1943 Dated, Unused Chahil Cloth 1 Gallon Water Carrier. Sn - 22846:81
During the Second World War it soon became apparent that the standard British Army water bottle was not sufficient. What was needed was something with a large capacity that could keep the water pleasantly cool. The British army turned to an ancient East Asian idea they had been using since the early days of the Raj; the Chagul or Chagil. The chagul is a cloth bag that water is put inside. The water slowly evaporates through the fabric (approximately 15% water loss per day), keeping the remaining contents cool. The idea had been used for thousands of years by natives in the far east and the British soon produced canvas bags to take advantage of the principle and was used in the Far East area including Burma. This is an original British WW2, 1943 dated unused chagil linen water carrier as issued to British troops. The buff water carrier is stencilled on the side in black TO BE SOAKED IN WATER FOR 48 HOURS BEFORE USE F.E.F. 1943 (date) W Indian arrow 26. There are two khaki webbing hanging straps on the top of the carrier and a bottom khaki webbing loop. Whilst two straps and a loop at the base allow it to be attached to vehicles or carried in a variety of ways. There is a chord loop to secure the neck of the carrier from spillage. There is a photograph of Sepoy Hali Ram of the 19th Indian Division using a chagul for a drink during WW2. The chagul was an essential piece of equipment in jungle warfare. The price for this rare to find carrier includes U.K. delivery. Sn 22846:81
£95.00

Victorian The Rifle Brigade (Prince Consort's Own) Officer's Leather Cross Belt Leather Piece with Silver Fittings Including Rifle Brigade Silver Badge, Mounted with Silver Chained Sterling Silver Whistle (Maker Marked Joseph Jennens & Co of Deritend, Bir - 22441:28
The Rifle Brigade (The Prince Consort's Own) was an infantry rifle regiment of the British Army formed in January 1800 as the "Experimental Corps of Riflemen" to provide sharpshooters, scouts, and skirmishers. They were soon renamed the "Rifle Corps". In January 1803, they became an established regular regiment and were titled the 95th Regiment of Foot (Rifles). In 1816, at the end of the Napoleonic Wars, they were again renamed, this time as the "Rifle Brigade". The unit was distinguished by its use of green uniforms in place of the traditional red coat. It also differed in being armed with the Baker rifle in place of smooth-bore muskets. The Rifle Brigade performed distinguished service in both the First and Second World Wars. Post war, in 1958 the regiment formed part of the Green Jackets Brigade as 3rd Green Jackets and was amalgamated with the 1st Green Jackets (43rd and 52nd) and the 2nd Green Jackets (King's Royal Rifle Corps) to form the Royal Green Jackets on 1 January 1966. This is an excellent original Victorian ‘The Rifle Brigade’ (Prince Consort's Own) Officer's Leather Cross Belt piece, Silver Chained Sterling Silver Whistle (Hallmarked Joseph Jennens & Co of Deritend, Birmingham, England), cap badge *minor damage-see images* silver coloured. A large Silver Lion’s head boss fitted with silver chain and sterling silver marked Officer’s whistle. The whistle works as it should and has Birmingham Hallmarks. The whistle is secured in the holster by a clip fastener. All leather and stitching of the leather strip are clean and intact. The leather strip is 42 ½ cm in length. The price includes UK delivery Sn 22441:28 (Rigs Box)
£295.00

Original Boxed WWII German DM 37 Volksgasmaske ‘Peoples Gas Mask’ with Original Instruction Book. 22441:27. - 22441:27
The People's Gas Mask was a principle developed in several countries during the Second World War that provided for the supply of gas masks to large parts of the civilian population . This was intended to reduce the effects of the possible use of chemical weapons in the bombing war against settlements. In most cases, the People's Gas Masks were less effective than the military versions but could be produced more quickly and cheaply. The German "People's Gas Mask" from Drägerwerke , which also went by this name, was in its original version a hood-like construction that covered most of the head. Later versions did without the hood to save material; they only covered the face and were fastened with straps at the back of the head, as is still common today. Towards the end of the war, the quality of the people's gas masks declined more and more, and the last version from 1944 was only made of thin, rubberized material. All versions had two separate viewing lenses, a round, screw-on filter and an exhalation valve. The mask was issued to the population from July 1937. It was intended for use for a maximum of 20 minutes, depending on the chemical agent (five minutes against phosgene ), and was primarily intended to enable the wearer to escape from the endangered area. Almost 45 million people's gas masks had been produced by the end of the war. The enclosed instructions for use stated: “Take better care of your gas mask than your clothes, because it could save your life if necessary! This German Volksgasmaske green rubber gas mask with aluminium filter canister. The mask is a pull-on full head style with elasticated strap * see images of strap* yellow plastic eyepieces and a one-way rubber exhaust valve in front of the nose. The filter is marked 'RL1 - 38/4' 111-5483. On the outside of the rubber is a small orange paint stamp of the German eagle and swastika above the marking 'Wa A 104'. The section inside the mask above the canister has a one-way rubber and steel inlet valve encircled by a thick band of compressed paper. The valve is crimped onto the mask by an external metal band. The removable screw-in canister is made of unpainted aluminium with the embossed figures 'RL1. 38/4' and '5 125' on its upper face as well as a small swastika and eagle symbol over the marking 'Wa. A. 320' are also present. The lower part of the original box is present and in very good order. The original DM 37 instruction booklet accompanies the set along with a copy of a 1943 dated German newspaper. The price includes UK delivery. 22441:27.
£175.00

American. WW1, 1918 Dated Springfield Rifle Leather & Brass Sling. Sn - 22426:69
This is an excellent American WW1 era, 1918 dated leather sling with brass fittings for the Springfield Model 1906 bolt action rifle issued to American troops during WW1. The sling is in superb condition with brass fitting and sling loop. The leather sling is nicely stamped G&K 1918 (date) W.R. The price for this sling includes U.K. delivery. Sn 22426:69
£250.00

Early 20th Century British AM ‘Air Ministry’ Marked Brass Bulkhead Clock with 60 Seconds Time Keeping Feature. Sn 14293. - 14293
An original British form brass bulkhead clock. This example has a 5” diameter white enamel face which is clean with brass metal hour and minute hands together with an inner 1 ¼” diameter 60 second timer roundel with black metal second hand indicator. The face also has an adjustable slow-fast slider in a slot for fine tuning the time keeping. There is also a hole for key winding. There are no manufacturer marks on the exterior of this piece. The face is covered by a hinged glazed brass rimmed cover. The inside of the cover’s rim is marked ‘AM’ most likely ‘Air Ministry’ (illustrated). The rim has a small brass post to assist opening. The clock case measures 6” in diameter and is 3” deep with face cover closed. The rim of the case has 3 drilled holes for wall mounting. This clock has recently been cleaned and serviced. It is fully functioning, keeping precise time. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 14293
£325.00
 1  2  3  4  5  6  7  8  9  Next Page 1 of 9