Sold Gallery
These pages display a number of the rare items that I have had the pleasure of selling. To view more details and a larger photograph please click on the thumbnail picture.
1876 Officer Binocular Case Badge
This is a handsome gilded badge that was mounted on the NWMP binocular case with 3 bolts and nut fasteners. The 3" pattern badge was also made to mount on the Pith Helmet with different mounting lugs. Offered here is a Binocular Case badge with all 3 bolts present. A rare and beautiful example for the badge collector connoisseur.
NWMP Sabretache
Here is a rare opportunity to own an original NWMP sabretache complete, badge and all. An extremely rare and desirable accoutrement with original finish and parts. The bimetal 5" tall badge is stamped, not cast, and mounted on the outer flap of the pouch with the correct brass nuts. The Shaggy buffalo head on the badge is in silver separate to the body and attached to the center of the badge with three pins on the back. Originally this large wallet was a military accoutrement that dates back to the late 18th century. The sabretache was carried by all ranks in the Cavalry. When a soldier sat in his saddle the pouch and sabre would hang on the left side for easy access. The soldiers had plain pouches, and the officer's typically had two patterns, one was ornate, made with bullion thread, the other was plain black leather with a badge. The RCMP were organized as a para military force and adopted the traditions of the cavalry, including this accoutrement. However, the issue of these items was limited to Officers only. The pouch served as a portable office, with maps, orders, paper and pen, it served as a writing board and a file cabinet. Messages would be carried in these pouches by soldiers or officers on dispatch duty. A practical item that could be used by the NWMP as well. Likely a NWMP Officer would carry regulations, pen paper, orders and warrants in these pouches. Here is an opportunity to own one of these rare accoutrements still in excellent condition. The buffalo head still has much of its silver wash, the brass body is undamaged and still retains most of its gilt finish, the four securing posts on the inside of the flap remain with their original washers and nuts in good condition and not tampered with. You can see how the crown is imbedded into the leather finish leaving a distinct foot print in the black lacquer finish of the outer flap, indicating its been there forever. flaps and body in good shape and not tampered with. However, there is a D ring for the hanger missing on the right side, The hanger is still with the pouch and requires a conservationist to reconnect the ring. There is some surface cracking and mild heat blistering, common to blackened leather artifacts stored without proper climate controls. This is the lesser of the issued officers pouches, the earlier pattern have two pockets, this one only has one on the inside as an economy measure. A beautiful object to add to any NWMP collection.
Bren Gun Carrier Mag Pouch
Offered is a well used and painted Bren Gun Mag Pouch for the Bren Gun Carrier. The paint is probably post war and someone has used marker on its outer shell to spell "danger". I believe this can be removed with an eraser or solvent, but care must be taken and maybe a test area first.
4th CMR Helmet shell
A standard Mk1 Brodie with no liner, in french gray of the third Division and a 4th CMR cap badge. These are a common find in the market, but this one has 90% of its original paint and the badge is untouched. A nice unit helmet.
Leather Set of Sword Slings c.1950
A set of modern sword sling, typical of the type worn under the Patrol Jacket for SrNCOs and Officers.
WWI Rifle Grenade No. 20
A deactivated No.20 Rifle Grenade, introduced in 1917. In worn condition with some pitting, a good representative piece with its rod.
1796 Light Dragoon .69 Cal Flintlock Pistol
Offered here is a fine example of a classic cavalry firearm from the Napoleonic Wars. Designed for Issue to British Light Dragoon regiments serving in Spain, Portugal, Belgium and even regiments, regular and militia, serving in North America. This particular example was made by tower for the open arms market and was not issued to British Regular Cavalry. The Inspector marks are not military and there is no British Ordinance Marks on the wood stock, usually found behind the lock plate. These were made for the open market and would be bought privately or by foreign governments for issue to their troops. Many militia Colonels would buy stocks of arms for their regiment if not issued by the state. There are no unit markings on this example. The lock is well marked \"Tower\" GR with Georgian Crown. Inspector proof marks are clearly visible on the 9\" barrel. The original wood stock is complete with no cracks or repairs, brass fittings are intact and it has a working tight lock with flint included. It has a period steel ram rod added, probably a later addition, as they were originally wood. A nice example of a classic.
Antique Brass Barrel Flintlock pistol c.1800
A gentleman's flintlock from a large local antique firearms collection made by T. Fowler of Dublin. A standard pistol with a brass 7" simply etched barrel probably .69 caliber without sight. Proof marked with crossed hammers and crown. The brass butt cap and trigger guard are engraved with filigree. The Ram rod is wood with a bone tip. The lock mechanism is tight in full cock position, but the trigger is not functional and does not half cock. Clearly marked Fowler in script under the pan. The wood has a nice original finish with little damage and some engraving just behind the barrel with a nice framed brass plate on the left. There is some minor pitting on the barrel above the pan near the touch hole and a round mark on top of the barrel, possibly from a removed sight. A decent specimen dating from the late 18th century. Thomas Fowler of Dublin was listed as Gunmaker on Capel Street in Dublin from 1796 to 1825. This is an antique flintlock hand gun and does not require a PAL.
3rd Lancashire Rifle Volunteers Officer\'s Cross
A very attractive Victorian era 3rd LRV cross belt plate with its original screw posts and nuts.
The Royal Scots Broach
Offering a nice example of the oldest Regiment in the British Army plaid broach, with original pin.