WW2 RAF Mk.II Goggles - 22c/44
Although in 1935 the RAF stopped issuing Mk. II goggles, many pilots continued to wear them due to their lightweight design. Many pilots. The Mk. II goggles are edged with simulated fur around the eye pieces. Interestingly, the elasticated strap is is marked 1938/ read more
95.00 GBP
New Upload - Artefacts From Private Collection.
Recently acquired private collection from France. The majority of items are related to Free French, French Resistance, SOE, Escape & Evasion. Note, several items are claimed to be related to the Rey's who appear to have been farmers/farm workers from the Neuvy-Grandshamp region and had connection to the resistance group in Lyon. Unfortunately this information has come from 2nd generation. read more
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WW2 Early 1938 Helmet with Hessian Cover 1936
An early British MkII Helmet complete with field made hessian cover made from a French sack stamped SAINT FRIERS 1936. The helmet is in great condition retaining all its factory paint internally. The lugs are stamped 1938 whilst the Mk1 liner is stamped VERO 7 1938. I acquired this helmet whilst in France and can only 'assume' it would have belonged to a member of the BEF. read more
WW2 Gordan Hylanders Glengarry
This Glengarry is in fantastic condition with no moth damage. The inside is fairly clean and is stamped WD with the crows foot, I am unable to make out the letter date stamp above. The two lugged brass cap badge is also in good condition. read more
110.00 GBP
WW2 Standard Tubular Detachable Sten Stock.
This is a standard stock for the Sten Mk ii machine gun with the crows foot clearly stamped as shown. read more
60.00 GBP
WW2 British MkII Helmet - Free French Forces ?
A British MkII helmet stamped RO Co 1939 with Mk1 liner stamped Helmets Ltd I 1939. The helmet has had a dark green/brown camouflage, slightly textured paint applied. The left hand side has a painted diamond emblem which I believe to be that of the Free French Forces, although faded the colours are clearly visible blue, white and red. read more
WW2 French Commando Beret & Cap Badge - 192
Free French Commando Beret . The beret is in pretty good condition considering its age but has obvious signs of wear with some minor moth damage, named Rennie. The badge is of solid brass construction, and weighs 35g. There are no makers marks. Triangular in shape with the motive 1er Bllon F.M.Commando. The reverse is stamped 097. read more
650.00 GBP
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"Authorised in 1942 for the Royal Marine and Army Commandos, the beret adopted the distinctive green of the light infantry. After having successfully passed out of the commando school training course at Achnacarry (Scotland) the volunteers of the 1st Battalion de Fusillers-Marines Commando were authorised to wear the beret starting on 14 March 1943". Source Allies In Battledress. Jean Bouchery. read more
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