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*Very Nice* 1959-1962 B.S.A. Meteor MKI .22 ‘T’ Prefix Air Rifle with Original B.S.A. Scope. AI 785. - AI 785
Birmingham Small Arms introduced the Meteor Air rifle in both .177 & .22 calibre in 1959. MK 1 rifles were produced until 1962 when the MK II model was introduced. MK II production continued until 1968. The small frame rifle is 41 ½” overall with an 18” barrels. The cylinder has two shallow grooves to accept a telescopic sight. The top of the barrel is stamped BSA GUNS LTD ENGLAND followed by a BSA piled arms symbol and the air chamber is stamped BSA METEOR between the scope grooves. This is a very nice example of the MK I Meteor in .22 Calibre. It has a light-coloured wooden stock, showing very minor signs of age related to the underside of the stock. The metal work retains 98% of its original blueing, only showing minimal signs of use related wear. It has a block and blade fore sight. The top of the adjustable rear sight is stamped with the BSA piled arms logo and the top of the cylinder forward of its two raised scope mounts is crisply marked 'BSA Meteor' with stylised arrow logo. It comes with its original B.S.A. telescopic sight which is in as equally good condition. The rifle's serial number ‘T53276' is stamped on the underside of the barrel block. The 'T' prefix serial number dates the rifle to between 1959 and 1962 (see page 39 of Collector's Guide to Air Rifles by Hiller). The top of the barrel is stamped ‘BSA Guns Ltd England’ together with ‘.22 Cal’ and BSA piled arms logo. The barrel's bore is clean with crisp rifling, and it cocks and fires as it should with a strong spring action at 9.08 ft/lbs. The price includes UK delivery. NB As a post 1939 Air rifle, the restrictions of the Crime Reduction Act apply to the sale and delivery of this item. AI 785.
£275.00

Original British WWI 1915 Dated all Steel Wire Cutters. MISC 825. - MISC 825
A wire cutter used by British troops in WWI, this example has steel handles and are designed to slip into a pocket or bag. Wire cutters were typically stored for easy access on a utility belt or in a bag. Barbed wire posed a significant obstacle to attacking troops: it slowed or prevented progress across the battlefield and made soldiers easy targets while they were tangled or being cut free. 'Wiring parties' of engineers were tasked with cutting through barbed wire blockades, often at night, working silently to avoid detection. Measuring 27 ¾ cm in length this example works effortlessly and silently. They are all steel construction and have a hole to one arm to attach a rope or belt for easy access. One arm is stamped ‘WOLSELEY 1915’ (Entering wartime as Britain's largest car manufacturer Wolseley initially contracted to provide cars for staff officers and ambulances. Government soon indicated their plant might be better used for supplies more urgently needed) with a Broad Arrow. A very nice fully working example. The price includes UK delivery. MISC 825 (Middle shelf near telescopes)
£195.00

Cased, WW1 1917 British WD Officer's F-L Swiss Made Verner's Pattern MK VIII Military Marching Compass & WW1 1918 Brown Leather Case by C & R Brinsley with Shoulder Strap. MISC 826 - MISC 826
Colonel William Willoughby Cole Verner was born in 1852 and commissioned into The Rifle Brigade in 1874, retiring in 1904. He served on the staff in the Egyptian campaign of 1884-85 and during the Boer War. He died in 1922. During his career Verner patented several marching Compass designs. Whilst the basic prismatic compass design has its origins in Schmalcalder's patent of 1812 (Patent No 3545), Verner's Pattern is a significant development. Verner's Patents were all pocket compasses. Model numbers were issued to his compasses starting with a Verner's Pattern V with developments through to the VII, VIII and the IX of WW2. Verner's Pattern compasses are both incredibly popular with collectors as well being a compass that can still be practically and easily used today. The most common models are the Verner's Pattern VII and Verner's Pattern VIII which were mainly used during WW1. Their basic construction is a prismatic dry card compass with a both a momentary bearing lock and transit lock. This is an excellent original example of the MK VIII. It is fully functioning. It has a brass case and is mounted with lanyard ring. The glass face and numbered brass outer ring are perfectly intact. The lid is stamped 'Verner's Pattern VIII'. The rear of the case is stamped with WD arrow and by the Swiss manufacturer 'F-L' together with '1917' date and 'no. 84703'. It is complete with brown leather case with hinged top and buckle fastener. The case is impressed '' C & R Brinsley and dated '1918'. The case has its original leather shoulder strap. All leather and stitching of the case are clean & intact. The price includes UK delivery. MISC 826. (Top of Drawers)
£295.00

**SCARCE**1905-1908 ‘The Lincoln’ Jeffries Steelhouse Lane Birmingham .177 Calibre Break Action Variant Air Rifle. Sn 18085:6. - 18085:6
B.S.A. Lincoln Jeffries Patent Air rifles were introduced in 1905. The Lincoln & 'H' or Heavy model were produced between 1905-1908. All of the examples we have seen have been underlever variants & we cannot find any reference for break action variants. This example of the Lincoln Jeffries has the characteristics and markings of the Lincoln model apart from the fact that it is break action, rather than underlever as illustrated and described on page 17 of The Collector's Guide to Air Rifles by Hiller. The metal work has even blue finish and it has all original wood stock with chequered panel straight hand stock and chequered butt. The stock is impressed 'Lincoln Jeffries 121 Steelhouse Lane Birmingham’. The rifle measures 39 ¾” overall with an 18 ¾” two stage barrel. The top barrel flat is stamped 'The Lincoln Air Rifle’. The cylinder and trigger block are numbered ‘8009 / 009’. It has a blade foresight and ‘v’ notch plate rear sight. It loads and fires correctly with a good spring action. The price for this scarce Lincoln variant includes UK delivery. Sn 18085:6
£945.00

British WWI Folding Saw with File/Setting Tool and Leather Pouch by Francis Wood & Son. MISC 827. - MISC 827
British WWI issue flexible blade chain saw, the fore runner of the Chain saws. Each end of the flexible blade is fitted with a substantial steel ring through which two maker marked wooden handles attach allowing easy use by two men at the same time. The rings are maker marked by FRANCIS / WOOD & SON / SHEFFIELD, along with British "Broad Arrow" proof marks. The other ring is dated 1917, and these rings fit snugly over the included wooden handles. The saw is 45 inches long extended but rolls up to about 5-6 inches across. The saw comes complete with a typical leather belt pouch, made by B. CROCK & SONS and dated 1916 on the reverse. The pouch has nice intact WWI sized belt loops for a P-07 Belt. The pouch measures approximately 7" square and just over 1 ½ " thick. Essential equipment for Trench work in setting up Artillery etc. The leather, stitching and accessories are in very good order. The price includes UK delivery. MISC 827. (Shelf near Telescopes)
£275.00

Excellent Framed Naval ‘Knottology’ Hanging Display Case. MISC 828. - MISC 828
Knot tying has several commonly used terms. The ancient Latin word for knotting is ‘nodology’, the Greek referred to this art as ‘kompology’. These references are seldom used today, some modern knot tyers prefer the term ‘knottology’ and class themselves as ‘knottologists’. A very nice box frame containing 18 rope knots with brass-coloured plaques pinned below naming the knot. An example of some of the knots on display: Glove Hitch, Reef Knot, Garrick Bond, Persian Knotting, Larks Head and Cats Paw etc. Measuring: 42 x 32 x 3 ½ cm. MDF frame with capped corners, Perspex glaze and rear hanging hooks. This would look good hanging in an office or mancave. The price includes UK delivery. MISC 828. (Top shelf)
£145.00

Original/Boxed/Un-Issued WWII RAF MK VIII Flying Goggles. 22521. - 22521
An original pair of RAF MK VIII Goggles dating from the Second World War. These goggles are arguably the most iconic of all RAF goggles and saw use with aircrews from 1942 well into the post-war years. They also saw action with USAAF crews, Fleet Air Arm and Coastal Command amongst others. This pair are in very good condition and feature the curved edge to the brass frames which is associated with wartime manufactured goggles. The lenses are in reasonable condition with some signs of delamination and the frames retain a large amount of the factory applied blue paint. The leatherwork is in good order with areas of the chrome finish missing. The original elastic strap is still present and retains its metal adjuster which shows some signs of age-related wear. This is a very genuine pair of original RAF goggles with the sought after curved frames. Accompanying the googles is their original cardboard box which is worn in parts. The price includes UK delivery. 22521. (In telescopic sight box)
£225.00

WWII MkII Scout Regiment Telescope for the Snipers No4T Rifle Kit with Leather Case. 22558. - 22558
The MkII scout regiment telescope was first introduced in 1939 at the start of WWII and soon after supplied as an integral part of the snipers No4T kit chest issued alongside the Holland & Holland modified Lee Enfield No.4 (T) snipers’ rifle, matched scope, officers’ prismatic compass, etc. The 20x-22x telescope provided a good balance between ease of use/weight, acquiring targets, and locating other snipers. The scope is stamped with the British Military broad arrow, confirming service issue, and other marks show the model number ‘OS.126.GA’ maker Broadhurst Clarkson Ltd (Broadhurst Clarkson and Fuller Ltd is one of the oldest names in UK amateur astronomy. We have a trading history that stretches back to 1785. From Spectacles, microscopes, sextants and quadrants. Terrestrial and astronomical telescopes, the company has a fine tradition of craftsmanship and innovation. A large part of the business was manufacturing telescopes for the war office through both world wars with its own large factories in London) and serial number which dates it c1943 possibly very early 1944. The lenses and brass work are in very good order as with the leather work. The price includes UK delivery. 22558.
£375.00

SOLD SOLD (02/03) RARITY 9 (10 Being Rarest)**WW2 Era 1936 Pattern Nazi German Malsch Karl Spitzer NSKK Senior Officer’s / Leaders Dagger Motto Etched Blade, Bullion Cord & Portepee, Scabbard With RZM M 5/8 (Assman) & NSKK Marked Chains. - 22560
The National Socialist Motor Corps (Nationalsozialistisches Kraftfahrkorps, or NSKK) was a Nazi paramilitary organization that conducted training in the operation of motorcycles and automobiles, and also transported Nazi Party and SA personnel. It was founded in 1931, as a successor to the National Socialist Automobile Corps. The organization and ranks in the NSKK were similar to that of the SA. It focused on fitness in motoring skills, including maintenance and use of both military and civilian vehicles. NSKK members assisted with traffic direction, as well as the transportation of personnel involved with constructing the bunker system on Germany’s western frontier. Starting with the outbreak of war in 1939, the NSKK assisted the German armed forces, providing infrastructural support. As with most uniformed organizations in the Third Reich, the NSKK had a myriad of specific regalia and insignia, each with its own distinct purpose and meaning. From 1937, these daggers were bestowed by NSKK Corps Leader Adolf Hühnlein. This is a very rare original 1936 pattern NSKK Leaders Dagger. NSKK Officer’s of senior rank wore the same dagger with black scabbard as the lower rank officer’s and enlisted men but it was suspended by a metal double chain hanger which necessitated another fitting in the centre of the scabbard as on our example (see pages 58 & 59 of The daggers & edged weapons of Hitler’s Germany by Atwood). The dark brown wooden grip is original and undamaged. The Nazi German National Emblem and 'SA' roundel are perfectly fitted to the undamaged original wood hilt. It has the correct Nickel plated cross guard & pommel. The guard is stamped ‘BO’. The clean blade has the correct ‘Alles Fur Deutschland’ inscription on one side and makers name and trademark ‘Malsch Karl Spitzer Steinbach’ (made only circa 2,000 1933 pattern daggers and are rated rarity 9 (10 being the rarest) in ‘The service daggers of the SA & The NSKK’ by Siegert). The lack of RZM marks on the blade indicates that this is an early production piece. The hilt is fitted with original bullion cord and portepee. The dagger is complete with its original black anodised metal scabbard with correct centre mount. The scabbard has 2 hanging rings, chape and throat mount all nickel plated. The scabbard is fitted with correct original nickel plated link hanging chain. The chain has the correct alternating embossed Nazi National emblem, Swastika & NSKK emblems. The chain has a single sprung clip correctly embossed with Acorn & Oak leaves. The rear of 2 of the links are marked. One with ‘Musterschutz NSKK Korpsfuhrung’ the other is marked ‘RZM M5/8’ (which is the Nazi code for the maker Assman). The clip is fitted with original leather tab belt hanger. The price for this rare, complete, NSKK Senior Officer’s Dagger set includes UK delivery. Sn 22560
£0.00

Japanese ‘Arisaka Type 30’ Bayonet and Scabbard Marked with the Kokura Arsenal Trademark. 22543. - 22543
This is a Japanese ‘Arisaka Type 30’ bayonet with hooked quillon and made at the Kokura Arsenal (The Kokura Arsenal was a major Japanese industrial facility during World War II, located in Kokura, Japan. It was a key producer of artillery, shells, military vehicles, and small arms ammunition, with reports suggesting it might have been involved in chemical weapons production as well. Allied intelligence targeted it as Target No. 168, and it was initially designated as the primary target for the atomic bombing of Japan on August 9, 1945. However, due to weather conditions, the bomb was dropped on Nagasaki instead). The blade is clean and measures 15 ½ “(20” overall) with fullers and is marked to the ricasso with the four rings trademark of the ‘Kokura’ arsenal. The pommel is marked ‘293480’ along with other marks. The grips are wooden showing only very minor signs of age-related wear are held by two screw bolts. The scabbard is a tipped metal version and is in good order. See ‘Bayonets of Japan’ by Raymond.C.Labar, page 79 onwards. The price includes U.K. delivery. 22543. (Arisaka and all other Countries Box 1)
£275.00

WW2 Era Nazi German Reichsarbeitsdienst (RAD, "Reich Labour Service") Enlisted Man’s Hewer Dagger By Karl Jul Crebbs Solingen With Etched Blade ‘Arbeit Adelt’ (Work Enobles) & Scabbard. Sn 22562 - 22562
The Reichsarbeitsdienst (RAD, "Reich Labour Service") was a major organisation established by Nazi Germany as an agency to help militarize the civilian workforce and indoctrinate it with Nazi ideology. It was the official state labour service, divided into separate sections for men and women. From June 1935 onwards, men aged between 18 and 25 had to serve six months before their military service. During World War II compulsory service also included young women and the RAD developed to an auxiliary formation which provided support for the Wehrmacht armed forces. Hundreds of RAD units also received training as anti-aircraft units and were deployed as RAD Flak Batteries. Several RAD units also performed combat on the eastern front as infantry. As the German defences were devastated, more and more RAD Units were committed to combat. During the final months of the war RAD men formed 6 major frontline units, which were involved with serious fighting. On the western front RAD troops were used as reinforcements to the 9th SS Engineer Abt (SS-Captain Moeller) in the fighting to retake the northern end of the Arnhem bridge from British Paratroopers under Col. Frost. Like most Nazi organisations the RAD was authorised a separate Hewer / dagger for its enlisted men as well as Officer / Leader ranks (see pages 67-71 of Atwood’s book ‘The Daggers & Edged Weapons Of Hitler’s Germany’). The enlisted man’s Hewer adopted in 1934 was initially also worn by Sgts and Officers. These daggers had heavy stag antler grips. This is an original Nazi RAD man’s Hewer. It has a 9 ¾” long blade with fullers and measures 14 ¾” overall. The blade is marked by the manufacturer 'Carl Jul Crebbs Solingen' & the trademark. Below ‘RAD Badge and ‘Ges Gesch’ (patent / quality assurance mark). The reverse has the correct RAD motto etching ‘Arbeit Adelt’ (Work Enobles). The hilt has an Eagle’s beak pommel, cross guard and correct Stag antler scales. The metal fittings of the dagger are nickel plated. The dagger is complete with original black steel scabbard which features a geometric design throat mount and chape. The chape has the RAD ‘Shovel With Swastika’ enamelled badge. One edge of the scabbard has a fixed hanging bar. The price for this Nazi RAD Man’s Hewer & Scabbard includes UK delivery. Sn 22562
£795.00

Nepalese Military Kukri with Leather Scabbard and Skinners. ED 2415. - ED 2415
The kukri is the national weapon of Nepal, traditionally serving the role of a basic utility knife for the Nepali-speaking Gurkhas and consequently is a characteristic weapon of the Nepali Army. The kukri or khukuri is a type of knife or short sword with a distinct recurve in its blade that originated in the Indian subcontinent. It serves multiple purposes as a melee weapon and as a regular cutting/chopping tool throughout most of South Asia. The kukri, khukri, and kukri spellings are of Indian English origin. See page 73 item No 359 of Fighting Knives by Frederick J. Stephens for similar. This excellent example is 46 cm in length with a blade length of 34 cm. The smaller Kukris each measure 8 ½ - 9 ½ cm. The tropical hard wood handle has a brass pommel cap. The blade is ornately engraved each side. The blade is in very good order. The scabbard is made of wood and is covered in leather. The scabbard is fitted with a rear leather open belt loop. All leather and stitching are intact *belt loop worn*. The price for this excellent set includes UK delivery. ED 2415. (Hunting/Survival Box).
£275.00
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