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COMMONWEALTH FIELD GEAR, HOLSTERS, AND EDGED WEAPONS

#MI50 Chocolate & boiled sweets tin, 2/44
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth olive drag Chocolate & Boiled Sweets tin. Maker marked and packaged 2/44. Good example. No contents. *Reduced* $40

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#PA59 Canadian Red Ensign flag
Original Second World War era Canadian Red Ensign flag (Used from 1922 to 1957). Large size approximately 3’ x 6’ (Feet). Good flown condition, showing age and patina as well as a few minor blemishes. There is a C broad arrow stamp present suggesting a military connection. $125 *On Hold*

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#PA57 Tanker gloves
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth tanker gloves. Lightly used example, there is a tear to the interior gauntlet of one glove but it’s not very noticeable. Good set ready for a mannequin or field gear display. $65

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#PA61 P37 webbing
Original Second World War British / Canadian P37 webbing. Consists of belt, cross straps, cartridge pouches, bayonet, frog, water bottle, and mess tin set with carrier. Service used condition, as discovered. There is a Regimental Number present on the belt, in theory it may be possible to do more research on the potential owner. Ready for a mannequin or field gear collection. $150

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#PA48 British P37 Webbing
Original Second World War British P37 standard infantry webbing. The set includes; P37 web belt, cross straps, water bottle, small pouches, wire cutters, and entrenching tool. All components are British wartime production, worn by both British and Canadian soldiers. A set of Canadian P37 ankle gaiters is also included to complete a mannequin display. $275

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#CC53 British Paratrooper Knee Pads
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth paratroopers knee pads. Each knee pad is maker marked and dated 1943 with British broad arrow. Excellent unused condition. $145
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#BG11 British Paratrooper Knee Pads
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth paratroopers knee pads. Each knee pad is maker marked and dated 1943 with British broad arrow. Overall good condition, with yellowing on the white stretchy material. $145
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#ID9 Sling with Machine Gun Clip
Original Second World War Canadian standard issue weapon sling with a single machine gun clip. The sling is marked Z.L.&T. Ltd 1943 with C broad arrow. Excellent condition, just very lightly used. $65

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#EC164 RCAF P37 Pistol Rig
Original Second World War Royal Canadian Air Force / Commonwealth P37 Pistol Rig. The holster is maker marked "MS&U LTD" while the belt is likely a Z.L.&T. Ltd with faint markings, each item has a C broad arrow stamp still visible as well. Excellent lightly used condition. $100
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#EC217 Folding Wire Cutters in P37 Carrier
Original Second World War Canadian / British folding wire cutters in a P37 web carrier. The wire cutters are maker marked E.T.F. LTD. The carrier has faint markings under the flap. The set shows some use, but is completely serviceable without any damage. $225

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#BB5 Fleet Finch BCATP Training Aircraft Access Panel Cut Off
Original Second World War Fleet Finch BCATP elementary flying training aircraft fabric access panel. This interesting souvenir was presumably cut off the aircraft at the time of decommissioning. The panel features original paint including part of the aircraft number. Interesting zipper access with small clip still in place. Unique item in a good size for display. $250

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#CD818 Canadian P37 Blanket Straps
Original Second World War Canadian P37 blanket straps. Pair. Excellent unissued condition with manufacturer ink stamps present. $20

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#CD820 REL 7 x 50 Binocular Neck Strap
Original Second World War neck strap for Canadian REL 7 x 50 binoculars. An accessory that is often missing, and includes the two attachment studs. Ready to complete your favourite pair of binoculars in great supple and usable condition. $25

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#MC30 Metal Mess Plate
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth metal mess plate. Maker marked and 1943 dated with broad arrow. Good condition with strong original finish. $40

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#CD798 Objective Lens Assembly for Binoculars
Original Second World War Canadian objective lens assembly for standard issue binoculars. New old stock, these came out of longterm storage. Perfect if you want to upgrade the often scratched and foggy objective lens in a field used pair of binoculars. There is one per box, you will receive both boxes with both lens. $25

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#BS196 Aerial Gear Bag
Original Second World War Canadian aerial gear bag. Constructed of high grade leather with heavy duty metal rivets and buckles. Nicely marked and featuring several C broad arrows. Excellent condition, the leather is still supple and in good working order. $110 

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#MA41 P37 Medical Small Pack
Original Second World War P37 “Small” pack featuring period applied blanco camouflage paint and red medical crosses. The small pack is complete with the internal dividers, and P37 shoulder straps that appear to have been with it forever. Good field used example with interesting medical markings. $50
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#EC159 British Machete & Scabbard
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth machete with brown leather scabbard. The machete was manufactured by J.J.B. in 1945 indicated by the markings on the left side of the blade, and the scabbard was produced by Blackman Leather Goods in 1944 indicated on the rear of the belt loop. A broad arrow British military property marking is present to the right of the maker and date on the machete. Background; This model of machete was issued during the Second World War to a wide selection of soldiers from the Chindits in the Jungles of Burma to clear a jungle patch, or to machine gunners to clear out a gun position and chop up branches to make a camouflage cover. Most military vehicles contained one in the tool kit, for clearing a patch through woods, chopping branches for camouflage plus the essential gathering of wood for a fire and a brew of tea. $200

 

#CD633 Pattern 1914 Leather Sling
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth Pattern 1914 leather sling. Early WWII example produced by "T. TAYLOR & CO" in 1940. These slings were common during WWI and were briefly re-introduced at the beginning of WWII. This type of sling will fit standard service rifles of the era including the SMLE, Ross, and P14. Excellent condition, very lightly used if at all. Hard sling to find on the loose. $65

 

#CD592 Small Arms Jungle Cleaning Kit
Original Second World War Commonwealth jungle cleaning kit for small arms. Excellent unissued condition with carrier and all original components. Manufactured by Lightwood & Sons, of Birmingham. Rare. $165

 

#CD575 Boys Anti-Tank Gun Ammunition Bandolier, British Maker
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth Boys anti-tank gun ammunition bandolier. Excellent condition, maker marked and dated 1942. $25

 

#CD435 British / Commonwealth Anti-Gas Boots
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth anti-gas boots. Maker marked and dated 1942. Intended for anti-gas but also used for other purposes including rain boots / overboots in foul weather. Large size, matching pair with Left and Right sides, good lightly used condition. $125
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#BS146 RCASC South Alberta Regiment Duffel Bag
Original Second World War Canadian Royal Canadian Army Service Corps (RCASC), 4th Armoured Division, South Alberta Regiment, personalized duffel bag of Trooper "S. Gillies".  The South Alberta Regiment was the Armoured Recce Regiment of the 4th Armoured Division, and were deployed to Northern France in June 1944 taking part in the later battles of the invasion of Normandy including Operation Totalize, closing the Falaise pocket, and Operation Tractable. They later participated in the liberation of the Netherlands and the Battle of the Scheldt.  In January 1945 they took part in the battle for the Kapelsche Veer and spent the last  weeks of the war in Northern Germany. Breakdown of markings on the duffel: the green square with maple leaf is the formation sign of 4th Armoured Division, below it the square with "45" represents the South Alberta Regiment, and Trooper Gillies has taken some artistic license by proudly placing it over top of the RCASC coloured unit sign of red and green. The Regimental Number "M50860" was assigned to No 13 District Depot (Alberta). We have not done any further research, but this has the potential to be an exciting research project for the next owner.  One of the coolest duffel bags we've handled so far! $750

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#CD203 Wool Trigger Gloves
Original Second World War Canadian brown wool gloves with trigger finger. Unissued condition, still attached together from the factory with a small string. We have attached a photo of the label from the bundle these came from. $35
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#BS55 Signals Cable Reel for Jeeps
Original Second World War signals cable reel for mounting on jeeps and fast establishment of communications lines. Shown in period photos mounted on airborne jeeps, but likely at times mounted on other vehicles and used by dismounted troops. This example is particularly nice in lightly used and sound condition, with strap and pouch still intact without damage. Perfect for jeep enthusiasts as well as signals and airborne collectors. Very scarce, particularly in this condition. $375

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#BS19 Canadian Ground Sheet / Rain Poncho
Original Second World War Canadian issue Mark VII. ground sheet that can also be used as a rain poncho. Manufactured in 1943 by Canadian General Rubber Co. Ltd. in Ontario. Good example that is nicely marked and still supple. Shows a bit of wear mostly from storage, it has been stored folded. It's increasingly difficult to find good Canadian rain ponchos. $200
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#CD880 BREN gun .303 Cylinder Cleaning Mop
Original Second World War Canadian BREN gun .303 cylinder cleaning mop. Unused with original factory tag. $10
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#CD571 Boys Anti-Tank Gun Wrench
Original Second World War Canadian / Commonwealth Boys anti-tank gun wrench. Excellent condition. $50

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#CD572 Boys Anti-Tank Gun Socket
Original Second World War Canadian / Commonwealth Boys anti-tank gun socket. Excellent condition with some original factory wax paper still lodged inside. $35

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#CD573 Boys Anti-Tank Gun Bore Pull Through
Original Second World War Canadian / Commonwealth Boys anti-tank gun bore pull through. Good condition with some wire mesh present, undisturbed and not undone in a very long time. $35

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#GP032 Bren MK2 Combination Tool
Original Second World War Bren MK2 combination tool. British broad arrow marked. $25

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#GP400 Bren Oiler
Original Second World War Bren gun oiler. Mint condition. $6.50

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#GP113 Canadian Pistol or Revolver Cleaning Rod
Original Second World War Canadian pistol or revolver cleaning rod. Typical example. Excellent condition. $10
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#GP110 Lee Enfield Brown Bakelite Rifle Oiler
Original Second World War Commonwealth Lee Enfield brown bakelite rifle oiler. Nicely marked. Good condition. $10 / each.
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#GP110 Lee Enfield Black Bakelite Rifle Oiler
Original Second World War Commonwealth Lee Enfield black bakelite rifle oiler. Nicely marked. Good condition. $10
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#GP042 Lee Enfield Rifle Pull Through
Original Second World War Commonwealth Lee Enfield rifle pull through. Very nice unused condition. $10 / each.

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D-Day assault jerkin
Original Second World War Canadian / British D-Day assault jerkin. Complete without any post-war modifications, worn "been there" example named to "Woolley" of "4 troop". Very desirable piece of equipment that is missing even in the most advanced collections, second example we have ever handled. *Sold*

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Complete Canadian P37 webbing 
Original Second World War complete Canadian P37 webbing set. Canadian P37 web belt, e-tool, matching small pouches, canteen, bayonet with frog, and cross straps. All components are Canadian with the exception of the cross straps which are a slightly mismatched set. Overall this is a really good set with components in lightly used condition, it is ready to complete a Canadian Second World War mannequin without any further work or missing parts. *Sold*

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P37 Browning / Inglis Hi-Power triple magazine pouch
Original Second World War P37 Inglis / Browning hi-power pistol triple magazine pouch. Designed to hold 3 Inglis Hi-Power magazines, a cleaning rod, and standard oiler. This is the third example we've ever encountered, and it's the best condition example we've seen so far. Nicely marked "ZL&T Ltd. 1944" with good C broad arrow stamp.  Unissued condition without damage or modification. *Sold*

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Second Pattern Etched Logo Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife
Original Second World War second pattern etched logo Fairbairn-Sykes fighting knife. Excellent lightly used condition, the blade has never been sharpened but is lightly used with a few minor imperfections. The knife has no England or other markings applied, it's exactly how it left the factory. The knife is complete with an excellent condition period scabbard. *Sold*
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P37 M.E.Co. 1943 double magazine pouch for the Browning HP and M1911/A1
Original Second World War P1937 Webbing pouch to hold either two Browning or 1911 magazines. Manufactured by M.E.Co. in 1943 and faintly marked on the back. In very good condition, the pouch has received a coat of blanco as commonly observed on service used British and Canadian field gear. These were used by British / Canadian paratroopers and other special forces who received the Browning or 1911. Scarce. *Sold*

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P37 M.E.Co. 1940 double magazine pouch for the Browning HP and M1911/A1
Original Second World War P37 MECo 1940 double magazine pouch for holding 1911 or hi-power magazines. We believe these were first manufactured for RAF issue Colt 1911's in .455 and other 1911's in .45 in service with the British military during this time. Mint condition without flaw. *Sold*

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Wireless set No. 19
Original Second World War Wireless Set No. 19. This 19 Set consists of the transceiver, mounting base (one foot has come loose but is present), and all the other accessories shown in the photos, including its original grills, vehicle antennae mount, and canvas protective cover. A full size antennae is also included. The antennae is still sealed in the original factory wooden crate dated 1945, and has not been opened. Background; The Wireless Set No. 19 was a Second World War mobile radio transceiver designed for use in tanks and armoured vehicles of the Commonwealth forces. First introduced in 1940, the No. 19 began to replace the pre-war Wireless Set No. 11. Two modified versions were introduced, Mk. II in 1941 and Mk. III in 1942. An improved version from Canada was introduced in 1942 for use primarily with other forces including Soviet Lend-Lease. The set is being sold as-is, we don’t know what components may still be in working order. *Sold*

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Sten Mk. I bayonet & scabbard
Original Second World War British / Commonwealth Mk. I bayonet and scabbard set for the “STEN” Mk. II 9 x 19mm submachine gun. Manufacturer marked to the B. & J. Sippel Ltd. firm who produced the parts which were then assembled into complete bayonets by two other firms (Grundy Ltd. and N.J. Edmonds Ltd.). The scabbard is a No. 4 Mk. I bayonet scabbard which is what was used with the STEN Mk. I bayonets. The scabbard is 'S286'-marked which indicates manufacture by the Vanden Plas firm. Extremely bayonet rare as only about 75,280 were made, and most were scrapped during the war. *Sold*

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P37 M.E.Co. 1942 double magazine pouch for the Browning HP and M1911/A1
Original Second World War Commonwealth P37 web pouch to hold either two Browning / Inglis Hi-Power or M1911 / M1911A1 magazines. Manufactured by M.E.Co. in 1942 and accordingly marked on the reverse with British broad arrow. The pouch is in good field used condition, with hand applied "blanco" webbing camouflage paste. These were used by British / Canadian Airborne troops, Commando's, and other elite units who were issued the Browning or 1911. The rarest and most desirable piece of P37 webbing. *Sold*

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RCAMC medical supplies bag
Original Second World War RCAMC medical supplies bag made from a gas mask carrier. Nicely painted with red cross and unit markings, showing patina, age, and some genuine use. These type of items are very difficult to find and would look great on a medic mannequin or part of a medical display. *Sold*
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Wireless set No. 22
Original Second World War Wireless Set No. 22. This 22 Set consists of the transceiver and still has its original grill and canvas protective cover. A period copy of the No. 22 working instructions pamphlet is also included. Background; The Wireless Set No.22 was a Second World War general-purpose low-power vehicle and ground station with facilities for man or animal pack. The set was intended as a primary vehicle station with facilities for quick removal from the vehicle to be used as a ground station. It had a range of up to 20 miles (~ 32 kilometers) and is noteworthy for being used by airborne troops, artillery forward observers, and anti-aircraft units. The general appearance, dimensions and frequency range resemble the Wireless Set 19, but the set is technically completely different. The set is being sold as-is, we don’t know what components may still be in working order. *Sold*

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P37 "small pack" West Nova Scotia Regiment
Original Second World War Canadian made P37 “Small” pack with shoulder straps. The pack features a Regimental Number and unit markings for a soldier from the West Nova Scotia Regiment. This is a real “been there” pack with lots of wear, blanco camouflage paste, and field repairs. The internal dividers are still intact. Inside the pack there is a special bag with zipper, that likely contained personal items. This type of combat used pack is hard to find, and this example is researchable. *Sold*

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Airborne and assault troops toggle rope
Original Second World War Canadian / British / Commonwealth toggle rope for airborne and other assault troops. Standard example is used but solid condition. *Sold*

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Canadian tin can ration 
Original Second World War Canadian tin can ration complete with contents and never opened.  C broad arrow on top and bottom of can. The vacuum packed contents of this tin can ration are unknown, one client suggested it may contain biscuits and topping. *Sold*
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Canadian P37 "small pack" with contents, Cpl Jullien
Original Second World War Canadian P37 "Small" pack with contents and souvenirs brought home from WWII by Cpl Jullien. Packs like this almost never come around, Cpl Jullien wore this pack home at the end of hostilities and it has essentially sat undisturbed with contents. The small pack itself is in great condition with Cpl Jullien's Regimental Number stencilled in several places for identification. Their are many desirable contents including; Canadian mess tin with bag, Canadian suspenders with textbook "police" buckles, standard issue Army compass (likely a souvenir he used overseas), standard issue multi-tool with lanyard, shaving kit, button polisher, horsehair brush, grooming kit and housewife, small pair of scissors, Khaki web cleaner (Canadian made) and a spare set of issue underwear. Also included is a photo copy of Cpl Jullien's file from Library & Archives Canada. Cpl Jullien attested on 19 August 1940 and served with the Royal Canadian Ordnance Corps overseas in Italy and Northwest Europe. He earned the following medals; 1939-45 Star, Italy Star, France & Germany Star, Defence Medal, CVSM & Clasp, and War Medal 1939-45. *Sold*

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