Canadian First Pattern Plastic Despatch Riders Helmet

This is the rarer Canadian first pattern Despatch riders helmet which differs from the British first pattern Despatch riders helmet which was made from toughened papiermache and was known as the Pulp helmet. The Canadian helmet is made of plastic and is in the shape of the standard steel Despatch riders helmet. The shell has four small vent holes and fibre band around the rim. The leather fold-...  read more

Code: 68117

RAF Mediterranean Theatre MKII Helmet

Extremely nice untouched example of a RAF MKII helmet which has a mediterranean, North African colour scheme. The chinstrap is named to an AC1 Evans. The liner is maker marked 'BMB" for Briggs Motor Bodies', size stamped 7 and dated 1940.  read more

Code: 68116

British MKII Helmet

A MKII helmet which is in extremely good condition. The helmet is actually a Home Defence helmet as indicated by the markings on the front of the shell, which has been removed. Probably by a re-enactor to maker it look as an army issue helmet, especially as the colour scheme looks North African or Mediterranean theatres. It is still an attractive looking helmet with the shell and liner both da...  read more

Code: 68115

British General Service Beret

A good example of a G.S. beret which was first introduced in September 1943 as a wartime measure, to replace the G.S. side cap. When the G.S. beret was first introduced it was dubbed by British soldiers as 'Cap Ridiculous" as it was an unpopular item amongst the troops. However it was for universal wear and the troops got used to it. This example has had the size, date and makers details worn o...  read more

Code: 68114

RAF Khaki Drill Tunic

This is a RAF Khaki Drill ( KD ) tunic which would have been worn in North Africa and the Mediterranean theatre of operations. This example is in excellent condition retaining the tropical pattern RAF eagle badge on both sleeves and waist belt. The tunic is actually post-war but identical the the pattern worn during WW2. The contract label is still attached which gives the size 15, however the ...  read more

Code: 68113

Australian Battle Dress Blouse

Australian Army sergeants Battle Dress blouse which retains its contract label,which gives the size 10 and date of manufacture 1943. There are some very minor moth nips, otherwise the BD is in very good condition.  read more

Code: 68111

Australian Army Shirt

Australian issue army shirt which differed from British army shirts by having a collar. However the British introduced the same pattern shirt in late 1944. However the Australian shirts where made of a higher quality flannel. This example is in excellent condition retains the original owners rank chevrons, Sergeant, personal service number 14492747 and name Sackett.  read more

Code: 68110

British Army Late-War Collared Shirt

This is a late-war collared shirt which was introduced in late 1944. This example is in excellent condition has the original owners name tag stitched on the helm of the shirt "T.F.Atkinson". This example is approximately size 38 to 40 inch chest.  read more

Code: 68109

British Officers Bed Roll

This is an officer's bed roll which is in excellent condition. This example is stamped with the original owners name, rank and branch of service Flying Officer ( F/O) W.N. Green, Royal Air Force ( RAF ).  read more

Code: 68107

British Army General Service Side Cap

British army G.S. side cap which was officially replaced in September 1943 by the G.S. beret, which was not a popular item amongst the British troops. This example is has some slight fraying to the left side of the flap, otherwise it is in good condition. The buttons are brass General service where, some examples will have the regiment or corps buttons. The cap is a small size approximately a s...  read more

Code: 67133