Bought back in 1970 by my late Father, this came in a trunk with the soldiers clothing and Remington, the farm sale where purchased belonged to the last of the Jacksons. The  More »

Bought back in 1970 by my late Father, this came in a trunk with the soldiers clothing and Remington, the farm sale where purchased belonged to the last of the Jacksons. The drum is still playable has the original drum sticks see pictures, sizes are diameter 15.5 inches height being 11 inches, offering free worldwide post   « Less

This is a Authentic WWll Portable field officers desk, it resembles a small trunk/chest. The lid flipped into a writing or work surface. The wood employed was a combination  More »

This is a Authentic WWll Portable field officers desk, it resembles a small trunk/chest. The lid flipped into a writing or work surface. The wood employed was a combination of pine and plywood. some of the outer shell was lined with metal. The approximate measures of the WWII US field desk are 20"x19" This item is missing the drawers   « Less

Genuine issued Submariner's hat, well worn small in size, offering free worldwide post.

Genuine issued Submariner's hat, well worn small in size, offering free worldwide post.   « Less

Superb untouched sword, condition of the Toledo steel blade is after cleaning superb, heavily engraved both sides, handle still good as is scabbard length in total 116cm a  More »

Superb untouched sword, condition of the Toledo steel blade is after cleaning superb, heavily engraved both sides, handle still good as is scabbard length in total 116cm a very long bladed sword, length from handles top to steels tip being 101cm, offering free UK delivery.   « Less

Superb condition large in size height being 41cm length at base 48cm width 45cm, offering free worldwide delivery. Reference BBB

Superb condition large in size height being 41cm length at base 48cm width 45cm, offering free worldwide delivery. Reference BBB   « Less

Genuine item, condition is good offering free worldwide delivery

Genuine item, condition is good offering free worldwide delivery   « Less

Authentic antique 19th century American frontiers powder horn, made of hollowed–out horn of Bison/Buffalo with black painted oval wood base secured with small domed  More »

Authentic antique 19th century American frontiers powder horn, made of hollowed–out horn of Bison/Buffalo with black painted oval wood base secured with small domed metal pins, fitted on the center with an iron loop for suspension. The mouth is with its timber stopper.  CONDITION: Overall in fine condition with smooth toned grey-black surfaces, retains an untouched lovely aged patina. The suspension cord was a later replacement. The round black spot on the horn is left by a paper inventory sticker glued to the surface of the horn.  MEASUREMENTS  Overall length including stopper: 20 cm (7.87 inches) ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED TO BE AUTHENTIC ANTIQUES AND NOT REPRODUCTIONS ALL OUR ARTIFACTS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY   « Less

Huge antique 16th century Turkish Ottoman leather water flask (Matara). The bladder-shaped flask with three protrubances, one for carrying, one with narrow spout for  More »

Huge antique 16th century Turkish Ottoman leather water flask (Matara). The bladder-shaped flask with three protrubances, one for carrying, one with narrow spout for drinking, the third with a cylindrical neck for filling, of thick leather, stitched together with a central seam with three lines of stitching. The Matara leather water flasks were very popular in Turkish Ottoman Army during the 16th century. MEASUREMENTS: Height at highest point: 34 cm (13.39 inches). Across max. 31 cm (12.21 inches). CONDITION: This Matara is in good condition considering its age to be over 500 years, showing its age and usage. In its original condition, no repairs or restorations. REFERENCES: Identical Flask is published in the Bonhams catalogue: Islamic & Indian Art London 19 April 2007 lot 181. Title: An Ottoman leather Water Flask (matara) Turkey, 16th Century, at a Estimate Price: £2,000 - 3,000 US$ 3,200 - 4,700 €2,300 - 3,500. Please see the link below: https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/15257/lot/181/ This water flask is the prototype for a shape which was copied in far more lavish and durable materials from the sixteenth century. A famous example in gemset rock crystal is in the Topkapi Palace Collection (Atil, E.: The Age of Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent, exhibition catalogue, Washington D.C., 1987, no.60, p.129. Two copies were also made in pottery at Iznik. One is published by Atasoy and Raby (Atasoy, N and Raby, J.: Iznik -- the Pottery of Ottoman Turkey, London, 1989, no.634, while the other, painted in the 'Damascus' palette, is in a private collection. For a metal prototype in the Sadberk Hanim Museum, see, Bodur, Fulya, The Art of Turkish Metalworking, Istanbul, 1987, p.112, pl.A.55.   « Less

Made from a WWI brass shell casing, this ingenious sugar hod has a heart-shaped hinged handle and conical base made from the pointed end of the shell. Shell has been cut with  More »

Made from a WWI brass shell casing, this ingenious sugar hod has a heart-shaped hinged handle and conical base made from the pointed end of the shell. Shell has been cut with “Sweetheart” shape to the top. The shell is dated 1913, and also has “75” and and “B” )can’t read the rest of this - handle attachment has covered it. Also at the lower part of the shell rear, RS. L 1913 75 D”. The base piece has the Army arrow marking and two “B’ stamps, back to back. Item measures 15 cm high with the handle up, 16.5 cm long and 8.5 cm diameter. Very good condition (needs a polish if you like a polished finish) and quite heavy.   « Less

A WARNING TO ALL ANTIQUE ARMS COLLECTORS AND DEALERS: A PERSON BY THE NAME OF JASPER SMIT IN THE NETHERLANDS HAS SENT US OBNOXIOUS EMAILS AND IS THREATENING TO RUIN OUR  More »

A WARNING TO ALL ANTIQUE ARMS COLLECTORS AND DEALERS: A PERSON BY THE NAME OF JASPER SMIT IN THE NETHERLANDS HAS SENT US OBNOXIOUS EMAILS AND IS THREATENING TO RUIN OUR BUSINESS BECAUSE WE REFUSED TO SELL HIM AN ANTIQUE SWORD AT THE PRICE HE HAD OFFERED. IF YOU ARE A DEALER OR COLLECTOR OF ANTIQUE ARMS IT IS IN YOUR BEST INTEREST TO IGNORE THIS PERSON. A stunning circa 1580 massive cutlass with a giant shell guard and a 2 ¼” wide multi-fuller blade! This great rarity would have been the battle weapon of a great warrior or fearsome pirate. Original as found condition! No restorations or repairs! Original wood grip intact with some ancient surface insect damage. It has been coated with a light coat of varnish or lacquer as a conservation application. The no nonsense blade measures 25” long by 2 ¼” wide. It displays natural lamination and great aging. This is the widest blade we have ever seen on a sword of this type. These type blades, but with a spatula tip, were uses on German katzbaldgers on the early - mid 16th century. The blade is adorned with a brass alloy inlay of the Solingen guild cross and orb mark. Absolutely gorgeous!!! A great rarity for the most discerning collection! Price is firm. Thanks for looking!   « Less