AUSTRIAN WWI MODEL 1915 FIELD CAP.

The rare Austrian field cap complete with its Franz Josef 1st button. Two closure buttons for the side curtains, three items of memento pinned to one side with its mountain troops edelweiss laid on green material with a black and white feather attached to the left hand side as the hat is worn. The leather sweatband with field grey crushable leather peak. Identical construction to the item shown...  read more

Code: 95710

AUSTRIAN WWI AMMUNITON POUCH AND BELT SET.

A rare and excellent condition matched pair of pouches and waist belt for the Austrian infantryman of WWI. Good matching colour overall. One of the pouches is marked ‘Wein 15’ inside the lid. Good pebbled leather to the closing flaps of all four pouches. Stitching strong overall. A scarce set. The pouches were used for carrying the ammunition for the model 1895 Mannlicher rifle. The waist belt ...  read more

Code: 95708

GERMAN WWI SAXON PICKLEHAUBE.

A nice condition or leather Picklehaube for a enlisted man in a Saxon infantry regiment , some light crazing to the skull, both the front rear peaks securely attached to the main body , with some stitches loose to the rear peak . all of the fittings which include the backstrap, non removable spike and circular spike base, front plate, and the peak trim all match .original chinstrap, with both ...  read more

Code: 95719

AUSTRIAN WWI ENLISTED RANKS SIDE BAG HAVERSACK.

Some surface staining, with its fixed shoulder strap in place. Other features very similar to a German brad bag. Both closing straps are of the canvas style very similar to Austrian chinstraps.  read more

Code: 95709

PORTUGUESE WWI ENLISTED RANKS COMBAT HELMET.

Very little is known about the fact that Portugal had a considerable contingent on the Western Front during WWI, their base in England was in the New Forest Hampshire and there is a memorial set in the forest. English made helmets with the fluted skull are scarce, this example is with its original colour and its sweatband, inner liner and its very rare chinstrap, these are normally broken away....  read more

Code: 95697

RECORDS AND BADGES OF THE BRITISH ARMY BY CHICHESTER & SHORT.

A very rare book, published in 1900 by Gale & Poldon of Aldershot. The front cover has been protected by a sleeve, spine very strong. 941 pages of every Regiment and Corps of the British Army in 1900 with 24 coloured plates, 240 illustrations. This is the 2nd edition.  read more

Code: 95705

Sets - Ausrüstung Book Bundle

Discover the remarkable world of German military gear with Ausrüstung, a definitive two-volume set by renowned author Roly Pickering. This comprehensive guide explores the fascinating field equipment used by German forces during World War II, offering an unparalleled look into the personal gear carried by soldiers on the front lines.

What’s Included:

Ausrüstung: Vo...  read more

Code: 95121

Sets - Tarnfarben Bundle

Dive into the evolution of German camouflage patterns and uniforms with our Tarnfarben Book Set, featuring three detailed volumes. Covering the development, variations, and application of camouflage from the early 20th century through World War II, this collection is essential for enthusiasts of German military history.

What's Included:

Tarnfarben: Volume One - An ...  read more

Code: 95134

Sets - Afrikakorps Bundle

Discover the distinctive world of German Afrikakorps equipment with Afrikakorps, an authoritative two-volume study dedicated to the uniforms, insignia, and material culture of Germany’s forces in North Africa during the Second World War. Meticulously researched and richly illustrated, this series offers an in-depth examination of one of the most iconic theatres of WWII.

What’s In...  read more

Code: 95734

Afrikakorps Volume Two Book

Afrikakorps Volume 2: 1941–1942 by David Bunch & Daniel Fisher is a 304-page hardback book and the eagerly awaited continuation of this acclaimed reference series. It represents another major achievement in meticulous research and documentation by two of the foremost experts in military history and militaria collecting.

This second volume covers the critical period of 1941 to 194...  read more

Code: 95169