This covers all equipment and ceremonial items used by armed forces from around the world from the 1700s to the current day.
Some of the most popular items of equipment are those used by the special forces and secret organisations such as the S.O.E (Special Operations Executive) during WW2.
During the late Georgian and Victorian era, the British armed forces excelled at the pageantry during parades and official state engagements. Officers and enlisted men dressed in fine uniforms which were enhanced by accoutrements and accessories such as Sabretache, Cuirass, Aiguillettes, Cross Belts, etc.
Department Specialists
Matthew Tredwen
Specialist in Arms, Armour , Militaria
Edward Mayne
Head of Timed Military Collectibles Auctions
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Mexican Leather Holster, Belt & Ammunition Box
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17th century iron ‘Armada’ chest
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Hallmarked silver pocket compass by DOLLOND LONDON
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Pair of Peruvian silver mounted carved stirrups
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WW2 British Airborne Drop Harness
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WW2 German MP40 Magazine Pouch in Canvas
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WW2 US Army Doughboy Pack
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WW2 British Long Range Desert Group Sun Compass
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The Life Guards Trumpet Banner, circa 1860...
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Rare WW2 British D-Day Deception ‘Rupert’
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Rare North Hants Yeomanry Officers Full Dress...
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Royal Air Force 1942 Scramble Bell
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WW1 British Tank Crew Splinter Mask
Sold for $1,600
Panel from American Curtiss P-40 Warhawk Aircraft
Sold for £3,900
Rare Royal Air Force 2 ½ Minute Sector Clock
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