1945 CWAC Kit Bag - named and numbered
An interesting British produced kit bag with handles and newey snaps along with a lace up closure system. Well marked and dated 1945. This belonged to a member of the CWACs (Canadian Womans Army Corps) and is so named. read more
Lee-Metford Mk II Oiler - 1891-1899
A very scarce Mk II oiler for the Lee Metford and Lee Enfield Rifles. No marking to the brass body. The knob top unscrews perfectly and locks up tight (leather washer present). These were in issue from 1891-1899. read more
Third Battalion - Div Patched Brodie - 1934 Canada Corps Reunion
An early rimless brodie helmet (no liner or chinstrap) which has been painted gold with the 3rd Div patch painted to the front. I believe this was done for the 1934 Canadian Corps Reunion held in Toronto. The paint is very aged and a large patch is missing from the rear.
A scarce helmet with an interesting history. read more
WW1 CEF Training Grenade - Lead filled Oak
This is one of the most interesting items I've had in a long time. A WW1 training grenade made of oak and filled with lead to replicate the look and weight of a No5 Mills bomb. Really lovely workmanship on this. I bought two of these from a fellow who had a filled crate (and a few loose ones). The crate was stencilled Camp Sarcee Calgary.
I've kept one for myself.... read more
WW2 Safe Conduct Pass
A most interesting Safe Conduct Pass which was dropped over German Lines. The bearer was guaranteed safe conduct and good treatment upon surrender. Facsimile signature of Eisenhower. Printed on bank note material. read more
Canadian YMCA Hyms for the Canadian Forces
A nice WW2 book of hyms and order of the Dvine Service. Some light water staining. read more
WW2 RCN Gas Mask Tin
A large near mint tin which held a respirator aboard ship. Lovely dark blue paint with clear stencilling.
The tin is empty of course. Measures about 14 inches tall by 8 inches across the top.
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Canadian Pioneer Draft Collar Badge
A near mint browning copper collar badge to the Pioneer Draft. All four folding lugs are present and the badge is maker marked O.B. ALLAN. Very nice badge and quiet scarce. read more
2nd Bn Canadian Pioneers Collar Badge
A near mint collar to the 2nd Canadian Pioneers. Gilding brass with north south facing lugs.
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1967 Canadian Confederation Medal in Case
Quite a scarce medal which was awarded to Military and Civilian personal on occassion of Canada's 100th anniversary of Confederation. Sterling silver with original ribbon in the original hinged case. read more