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**EXTREMELY RARE** C1873 Russo-Turkish War American Peabody Martini Action Turkish Government Contract 11.3x59R (.45 Turkish) Obsolete Centre Fire Calibre Service Rifle. Sn 20023 - 20023
The Peabody & Peabody Martini variations were the development of Henry O. Peabody of Boston, Massachusetts. Commencing in 1873 the Turkish Government bought from the United States 600,000 Peabody Martini action Rifles and bayonets manufactured by the Providence Tool Company & the weapons saw service in the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-78. On instruction from the Turkish Government who wanted the finest weapons to arm Ottoman Empire Forces, the weapons were identical to the Martini Henry action service rifles, apart from features such as Calibre size, butt plate design, sling swivel sizes and markings/ inspection marks. This is one of the Peabody Martini rifles purchased by the Turkish Government. The rifle in 11.3x59R calibre known in the USA as .45 Turkish calibre measures 49” overall with a 33” rifled barrel. The bore has light staining consistent with age and service use & crisp rifling. The rifle is fitted with sling swivels, block and blade fore sight, graduated ladder rear sight & correct chequered steel butt plate. The metalwork and woodwork are all original. The wood has light bumps and bruises to be expected with age and service use. The weapon retains its original cleaning rod. The right side of the action has serial number in Turkish script and Crest, the left side of the action is crisply marked with the ‘Peabody Martini Patent’ & USA address (all illustrated). The cocking and firing actions work crisply. The price for this extremely rare rifle 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 20023
£1,645.00

1908-1914 BSA Lincoln Jeffries Patent Improved Model D .177 Calibre Pistol Straight Hand Stock Variant Underlever Air Rifle With Correct ‘Bayonet’ Catch Lever & Correct Cylinder Markings. AI 604 - AI 604
This is a very good original BSA Improved Model D Air Rifle. These rifles were made with both straight hand and pistol grip stocks and in different variations between 1908 and 1914 (see page 50 of the book of the BSA air rifle by John Milewski). This example has its original undamaged straight hand stock with correct chequered panels on the grip. The stock has a steel butt plate and the shoulder stock is impressed with crisp BSA trademark. The shoulder stock is also mounted with a later metal disc stamped with the gun’s serial number ‘20059’ calibre ‘.177’ & date ‘9.7.1908’ (possibly the actual production date of this gun but unable to verify conclusively). The ‘Bayonet’ catch cocking arm is marked with Lincoln Jeffries patent information (illustrated). It has a 19 ½” rifled barrel and measures 43 ½” overall. It has a blade foresight and adjustable dial rear sight. The metal work has age faded blue finish. The air cylinder has BSA Improved Model D information (illustrated). The loading port tap has patent information (illustrated). The left side of the trigger block bears the serial number 20059. The underside of the barrel has number 6 and small inspection marks (illustrated). The loading port area is crisply marked ‘Load’ and has the BSA’s pyled arms trademark. The rifle cocks, loads & fires as it should with a strong spring action. The price includes UK delivery. AI 604
£395.00

**WW2 Battle Of Britain Era** 1940 Dated Air Ministry RAF Airfield Scramble Bell With Iron Hanger Bracket. Sn 19627 - 19627
This is an excellent, original, WW2 RAF Air Field Scramble Bell With original Striker. Dated 1940, it most likely would have been in use during the battle of Britain in 10 July – 31 October 1940. The bell is 12” tall and 10 ¾” bell mouth diameter. It is complete with original striker fitted with plaited rope cord and works perfectly with a loud deep resonance. There is a wear ring on the inside of the bell which corresponds to the point of contact with the striker. The top of the bell has the correct Crown shape. There are no visible maker or WD marks on the crown but may be present under the old paint. The body of the bell is crisply marked with 'King’s Crown' above 'A.M.' (Air Ministry) & dated '1940'. The top of the bell is fitted with 2 heavy duty iron hanging rings and is accompanied by an ornate black painted iron hanging bracket with which the bell was found. The bracket has 2 screw holes for wall mounting. The bracket measures 19” length x 12” height. This impressive Bell including hanging rings, striker & wall bracket weighs 19.5 Kg. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 19627
£3,645.00

**RARE TO FIND IN UK**1970’s Benjamin Franklin USA Model 342 Single Shot .22 Calibre Pneumatic Pump Action Air Rifle. Sn 23616 - 23616
The Benjamin Franklin Model 342 is a classic, American-made .22 calibre multi-pump pneumatic air rifle that holds a legendary status among airgun collectors and enthusiasts and are rare to find in the UK. They are exceptionally compact and lightweight, measuring 34 ¾” overall length, giving it a handy, carbine-like feel. Our example is in very good condition, it is equipped with a fixed front blade sight and a basic adjustable rear sight. It has the correct parkerised type finish, solid brass barrel, air chamber, and receiver, meaning these rifles do not rust like steel-barrelled alternatives. Early Models (1955–1960s) were distinguished by a sleek "corn cob" ribbed forend, built using the original St. Louis factory valve system and manufactured at the original Benjamin Air Rifle factory in St. Louis, Missouri. Mid-Era Models such as ours made in the 1970s had smooth, or checkered "oversized" wooden pump handle. In the 1980’s after Benjamin purchased its longtime rival, Sheridan, late Models were redesigned internally to feature the highly efficient Sheridan valve assembly. Sights were elevated in 1985 to accommodate optional peep sights & operations moved to the Sheridan plant in Racine, Wisconsin. Our 1970’s piece has the correct chequered panel wood fore stock. All wood and metal are undamaged with just light handling marks. The metal work has calibre maker and model detail (all illustrated) and its bolt action and pump mechanisms work correctly. The rifle is serial number T423632. The price for this rare to find in the UK American air rifle includes UK delivery. NB As a post 1939 air weapon the restrictions of the Crime Reduction Act apply to the sale & delivery of this item. Sn 23616
£375.00

**VERY RARE**FORERUNNER OF THE MODERN SURVIVAL KNIFE**Original, Colonel Baldock 1902 Patent All Steel Construction Survival ‘Knife Spear’ By James Dixon & Sons Sheffield For Walter Locke & Co London With Original Scabbard. Sn 16422 - 16422
Developed by Colonel Baldock of the Merwara Battalion of Queen Victoria's Indian Army in the 1870s and patented by him in 1902, this is the forerunner of all modern day Combat/Fighting/Survival Knives. With an inspired development Colonel Baldock introduced this all steel fearsome knife which easily converts to a spear with the attachment of any handy wood pole or branch that might be found in the field. The hilt is all Steel with a floating knurled collar that, when secured in the rear position, will lock onto any wood shaft pushed into the hollow adjustable tubular hilt by means of internal securing spikes. The locking mechanism resembles that of the old muzzle loading socket bayonet attachment. British Gunsmiths Walter Locke & Co 391 Strand, London C1892-C1920 were primarily known as the outlet for Baldock Knife Spears (see page 99 & 100 of The London Knife Book By Flook. Page 99 of the book shows an image of the Baldock Knife Spear & Scabbard). These rare knives are sometimes found with the Baldock and Walter Locke names or with a licenced manufacturer name on the blade, however it is very rare to find examples with Baldock, Walter Locke & Co and a manufacturer name all on one blade. This is an excellent original example of the Baldock Patent Knife Spear. It has the correct all steel hollow hilt with floating collar which works correctly, a small oval brass finger guard and measures 345mm overall. The 226mm spear point blade has fullers and a deep 110mm saw back section on the back edge. The blade is crisply marked ‘Baldock Knife Spear Made Expressly For Walter Locke & Co Ltd Patented’ and with the rare to find additional licenced manufacturer’s name ‘James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield, England’. The knife is complete with its original brown leather riveted and stitched scabbard.The leather has a small tooled foliate cartouche to the front. The price for this rare survival knife with scabbard includes UK delivery. Sn 16422
£1,525.00

British Naval Officer’s Private Purchase R. Watkins (London C1710-1740) Long Sea Service Pattern .577” Regulation Calibre, Flintlock Pistol With Belt Bar & Brass Fittings Including Cudgel Butt. Sn 21393:15 - 21393:15
During the 18th century the British Royal Navy began standardising their Naval small arms. One such weapon was the Sea Service flintlock pistol. These weapons were used by the British Royal Navy throughout the Wars with neighbouring France 1750- 1815 and saw service at the famous Naval Battle of Trafalgar 21st October 1805. This original British Naval Officer’s Private Purchase Long Sea Service Pistol is in excellent condition. It is 20 ¼” long with a 12 ¾” smooth bore barrel which is Regulation .577" calibre. The barrel’s bore has staining & residue consistent with age & use. The barrel is crisply stamped with black powder proof marks. The lock plate is signed ‘R. Watkins’ (recorded as working in London C1710-1740, a maker of flintlock pistols and muskets, see page 104 of English, Irish & Scottish Firearms Makers by Carey). The all original full wood stock has just light bumps and bruises to be expected with age. It has regulation type brass furniture including cudgel butt. The pistol has its original wood ram rod with brass end cap. The lock functions crisply. NB As an antique flintlock pistol no licence is required to own this item in the UK if retained as part of a display or collection. The price includes UK delivery. Sn 21393:15
£2,145.00

**RARE, ONE OF ONLY 1400** British WD Military Issue 1951 Contract WSC (Wilkinson Sword Company) Kukri With Scabbard, Uniform Collection & 1944 Mess Presentation Tankard All To Lt R.T. Gibson 152 Indian Punjab Parachute Battalion. ED 2702 - ED 2702
This is a rare to find Wilkinson Sword Military issue Kukri. Wilkinson made only 1400 of these Kukris in 1951 (see page 124 of British & Commonwealth Military Knives by Flook) and a collection of Uniform to Lt R.T. Gibson (Mentioned In Despatches) 152 Punjab Parachute Battalion together with a 1944 dated white metal tankard presented by the Officer to his mess. These Kukris made in the traditional style to a high quality with the only unusual feature being a plated pommel cap. The sturdy military grade weapon is 16” overall with a wood scales which have raised bands and brass rivets. The curved 12” blade has the distinctive Kukri ‘notch’ near to the hilt. The blade has staining consistent with age. One side of the blade is correctly marked ‘51’ (1951) over ‘WSC’ (Wilkinson Sword Company). The scabbard made of wood is covered in black leather and has an integral frog. It has a blackened brass chape. The scabbard has just light surface wear consistent with age and use. The uniform consists of 2 Jackets, One Dress Waist Coat, 3 Pairs Of Trousers, all clean with all original zips, KC buttons and insignia. One jacket has a campaign ribbon mounter with Oak leaf indicating the Officer was mentioned in Despatches during his service. The uniform is UK small man’s size. Some of the Uniform has maker labels (illustrated). The Tankard is white metal and stands at 6 ¼” height. The tankard has a glass bottom. The metal has some small dents consistent with age. The body of the tankard has a 1944 dated presentation inscription (illustrated in the Images) together with engraved Para jump wings. The price for this collection with rare Kukri worthy of further research regarding the Officer includes UK delivery. ED 2702 (Staff note in box store room bottom shelf)
£2,250.00

**RARE**ONE OF ONLY 3,000**1936-1939 B.S.A. Model No.4 'Club' .177 Calibre Underlever Air Rifle With 'C' Prefix Serial Number. AI 605 - AI 605
This is a very good B.S.A. Model No.4 Aka 'Club' .177 Calibre Underlever Air Rifle. These rifles were a follow on from the 'Club Special' model and are rare as only approx. 3,000 were made in their production run between 1936-1939 ((see Chapter 18 of ‘The Book of the BSA air rifle 1905-1939’ by John Milewski which is available separately on our website & page 30 of Hiller's book The Collector's Guide To Air Rifles). It has all original wood with ribbed butt and concealed trap. The wood is excellent. The underside of the stock is impressed ’14 ¼’ (inches stock length). The wrist of the wood stock has the correct chequered BSA panels. It measures 43 ½” overall with a 19 ½” barrel. The rifle’s original blue finish to the metal work is evenly faded with age. It has a blade foresight and adjustable dial rear sight. It is marked ‘1’ (.177 calibre) above the loading port. The weapon has the correct 'C' prefix serial number 'C 1127' and has inspection mark (illustrated). The rifle loads and fires as it should with a strong spring action. The price for this rare BSA air rifle includes UK delivery. AI 605
£395.00

**MINT** Remington USA 1873-74 Patent Argentine Contract Rolling Block .43 Spanish Obsolete Centre Fire Calibre Infantry Rifle. Sn 20915 - 20915
A near mint, Remington Argentine military contract 'Rolling Block' infantry rifle in .43 Spanish Obsolete Centre Fire Calibre. 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 example was made as part of one of Remington’s Argentine National Army contracts. It has a 36” barrel (51” overall). The barrel's rifled bore is near mint, clean & bright with well defined rifling. The rifle has an external hammer, bayonet bar, block and blade fore sight and folding ladder rear sight. The woodwork and metal work are both excellent. The woodwork has only very minor bumps and bruises from normal use which is to be expected of a weapon of this age and the metal has superb blue finish. The action tang has Remington’s patents (illustrated). It is complete with sling swivels and steel cleaning rod. It's loading and firing actions work crisply. The price includes UK delivery. 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 20915
£1,345.00

**RARE**WW1 Canadian Expeditionary Forces (CEF) 1st Canadian Tank Battalion Other Ranks Khaki Battledress Tunic. U 507 - U 507
During World War I, Canada did not have an active, combat-deployed "1st Tank Regiment." Instead, the country authorized and raised the 1st Canadian Tank Battalion under the Canadian Expeditionary Force (CEF) in early 1918. The Canadian Tank Corps was officially authorized in January 1918. The 1st Canadian Tank Battalion recruited heavily from Canadian universities. Because tanks were highly complex pieces of machinery at the time, the military targeted students and recruits who had strong backgrounds in mechanics, engineering, or technical skills. The Battalion composed of 92 officers and 716 other ranks. This is a rare to find 1st Canadian Tank Battalion Other Ranks Khaki Battledress Tunic. The Tunic is single breasted with collar secured by hooks, pleated chest pockets and plain lower pockets all with flaps. The tunic has the correct belt hooks at the waist. It also has all of its original brass King’s crown Tank Battalion buttons,& the collar has one original brass King’s crown 1st Tank Battalion collar dog. One sleeve has the correct 2 cloth tape service chevron / stripes at the cuff indicating 4 yrs service and near to the shoulder its original Tank Battalion cloth formation patch. The epaulettes have brass ‘Canada’ (Canadian Army) shoulder titles and ribbon formation / unit identifiers. The inside of the tunic has no maker labels or dates. The Tunic is clean with just small areas of old, treated, stable mothing only visible on close inspection. It is approx UK size 34" Chest. The price for this rare WW1 tunic includes UK delivery. U 507 (NB A rare original WW1 Canadian 1st Tank Battalion Cap Badge found with this Tunic is available separately on this website stock number BA 908)
£1,750.00

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