WW2 WWW Vertex Watch c.1944
A superb WW2 British Army issue ( Dirty Dozen ) wristwatch by Vertex, c.1944.
It's not widely known but Vertex is a British watch company that was established during WW1, although they called themselves "Dreadnought". By WW2, this watch company, linked to Revue Thommen in Switzerland, had premises in the jewellery district of Hatton Garden, London, from where they were able to or... read more
1295.00 GBP
WW2 ATP Unitas Watch
A good military watch issued to the British Army during WW2. Made in Switzerland by Unitas, the watch is in fully stamped with the Army Trade Pattern and broad arrow marks, and is sold in full working order.
The military Unitas is a desirable version from the range of ATP wristwatches. Unlike most, the Unitas features a steel case that is one of the largest issued, measuring 33 m... read more
199.00 GBP
WW2 Ebel ATP Wristwatch
Arguably, the best WW2 Ebel ATP watch currently on sale on the internet. This is a genuinely stunning example, showing little sign of wear and yes, it is in full woring order.
The military Ebel is one of the nicest of the Army Trade Pattern watches that were supplied to the War Department as they feature a steel case and this one has not been refinished. Likewise the dial, hands,... read more
490.00 GBP
WW1 British Army Issue Monocular c.1914
An early and rare WW1 monocular, probably issued to the British Expeditionary Force.
At a time when optics were in short supply, monoculars such as this one, were purchased from the French maker, Hunsicker. Marked as a "Mon. Prism. No.1 Mk 1", this is a genuine item with good lenses but having some internal dust. Issue marked with broad arrow. A useable item. read more
45.00 GBP
.41RF Remington Model 95 Derringer
An obsolete calibre .41 Rimfire Derringer engraved on the barrel rib, "Remington Arms Co. Ilion N.Y." This antique pistol may be owned without a licence, subject to conditions under the Firearms Act 1968.
Presented in good condition, this double-barrelled Remington Derringer has some original blue finish in sheltered areas and the rest to a mottled patina. It is in working order... read more
Vintage Webley Mark I Starting Pistol
A mint and possibly unfired Webley .22 Sports Starting Pistol, complete with its original magazine, box and papers.
The box shows some discolouration and light storage wear to the high edges but the pistol itself is as perfect as can be found, in sleepy condition with patches of dried grease and no wear to the factory finish, other than an age related bloom that can be cleaned u... read more
125.00 GBP
NEW - Mark II GSTP Wrist Watch Converter
We are delighted to offer collectors a simple solution for wearing their military pocket watches on their wrists!
We now have a small quantity of military style Mark II GS pocket watch holders available. These are modern renditions of the watch holders used during WW2, but reimagined to now feature concealed lugs, allowing the wearer to strap their pocket watch to the wrist on e... read more
22.00 GBP
WW2 POW Chess Set c.1942
A rare and complete WW2 chess set made for the British Army by Jaques of London. Coming in its original 1942 dated, maker and broad arrow marked box, together with its playing board, these somewhat basic chess sets (by Jaques' standards) were sent out to POW camps. In some instances, chess pieces have previously been found with concealed escape compasses built into them, but these are made of s... read more
Longines West End Half Hunter Watch c.1922
A mint and rare example of a Longines pocket watch made for the gentleman traveller, complete in its original box. The silver demi-savonnette case is as perfect as they come, featuring a protective cover with a viewing window and a crisp flip-up function to reveal the immaculate dial. Internally, the movement looks factory fresh.
Overall, this mid-size watch is not bulky, making ... read more
250.00 GBP