HMT Jawan Military Wristwatch c.1975

A rare Indian Army issue military watch. I say "rare" because, unlike this genuine government-issue example, most other HMT watches were commercial products. Sadly, since then, many of those have been faked by unscrupulous dealers, but this military HMT is the real deal. Dating from the mid-1970s, it is offered in original condition.

This was the first Indian Army pattern example...  read more

Code: 51670

WW1 "Miniature Bisley" Telescope c.1914

A superb pocket telescope made by "Steward Ltd, London". This quality 2-draw telescope offers shooters good optics with a high magnification of around x25. The leather-covered brass scope is in excellent, dent-free condition, and offers the user a fixed sun hood and smooth operation.

No lens damage or fungus - Good clear views. In addition, the leather is clean, and the stitching...  read more

Code: 51669

British Army Zippo Lighter

A modern Zippo petrol lighter bearing the engraved badge of the British Army.

The lighter appears to have never been fuelled, and as such, it has seen little or no use. Box not included, so minor surface marks are evident, but no dents. Although the lighter has not been tested, it is offered in working order when following Zippo instructions.  read more

Code: 51668

WW1 Ingersoll Trench Watch, c.1914

TO CLEAR: An early WW1 wristwatch bearing 1912 patent dates, predating the legendary Ingersoll "Midget". So-called, "Dollar Watch" these non-luminous wristwatches were ideal for military life in the trenches.

Presented in original condition, this watch is running but requires a periodic shake to help it along - It only requires basic cleaning and oiling. Well worth a little TLC. ...  read more

Code: 51667

Swift Mark II Spotting Scope, c.1985

An excellent 15x-60x x 60mm Swift Mark II spotting scope.

Originally made for the civilian market, the British Army also used Swift scopes Mark II at their sniper training school. When issued, the scopes were generally unmarked, although sources state that when new, some had paper labels stuck to them bearing NATO stock numbers. They were highly sought after, as they were very d...  read more

Code: 51666

WW1 Marksman Telescope By Steward Ltd

A very good "Quick Focus Marksman" telescope by J.H. Steward Ltd London. The Marksman was a compact version of the military telescope, yet it offered a higher level of magnification. The compact 2 draw design provided additional strength and a sharp image, which could be rapidly acquired by merely twisting the eyepiece to focus - much faster than the two-handed effort required for the push-and-...  read more

Code: 51665

Brass Royal Navy Master & Commander Shoehorn c.1807

A very good and extremely rare Royal Navy shoehorn bearing the rank insignia of the ship's Master. The triple anchor emblem first appeared in 1807 but its use was short-lived.

Onboard a First Rate Ship of the Line, a commissioned Master was the ship's navigator, regarded as second only to the Captain. However, the Admiralty could appoint the The Master as Captain of a smaller war...  read more

Code: 51663

Citizen Tough "Ray Mears" Titanium Watch, c.1995

An early Citizen Promaster Tough, known as the "Ray Mears", model ref. 7828 H09971 TA, presented in excellent condition. These watches are regarded by collectors as the ultimate tool watch and with good reason. Made from a one-piece block of specially treated solid titanium, the monocoque case is 5 times tougher than stainless steel and very light to wear. This Tough is ding and dent-free - wi...  read more

Code: 51662

British Army Issue Torch

A very good vintage British Army issue angled torch, with NATO numbers. The torch is in working order, including the signalling button, overall showing only minor signs of service wear. Complete with spare bulbs.  read more

Code: 51661