| Reference |
Stock Item |
|
Description |
Price |
| 3970 |  |  | RAF Type 27 Camera Mouting Bracket - This is a wonderful example of creative engineering and we like it a lot! It is designed to hold an appropriate camera and by manipulating the various milled wheels, the angle of aim can be very finely adjusted. An engraved brass plaque is riveted to the side of the instrument which is marked with the King's Crown and AM (Air Ministry) and a stores code 14A/1042 and serial no. B37982. The whole device would have been locked onto an appropriate mount and while we have never had one of these before, if you happen to have a suitable RAF camera, this would be the ideal display aid as well as being a wonderful item in its own right. | £48.00 |
| 4002 |  | | Luftwaffe Navigator's Instruments in Issue Case - Marked on canvas K.W.27 and manufacturer's code bvu indicating the set was made by Franz Kuhlmann of Wilhelmshaven. The case has a fitted interior containing 4 perspex instruments marked with manufacturer's code, Waffen eagle and swastika and dated 1941. One is named Nadel-Zahlen and features an inset dial marked Fliegeruhr (pilot's watch); this instrument has a small crack, but still displays well. The rectangular instrument is marked Zielgevierttafel, indicating a target designation grid and was no doubt used to help calculate the bomb run. The set is completed with 2 small square instruments marked with kilometre distances on the edges. A rare cased set. Case measurements 9" x 7.25" (23cm x 19cm) | £125.00 |
| 2179 |  | | 'Spider's Web' Gun Sight - Believed to be from a Bofor's gun, the sight is in excellent original condition with evidence of original black paint. It is marked near the mount A/2186 and on the reverse LMSD62. The circle diameter is 19cm (7.5") and it stands 28cm (11"). | £48.00 |
| 2682 |  | | Battle of Britain period Luftwaffe Mess Hall Teaspoons - We now have just 3 remaining from the original set. All featuring the early droop tail Luftwaffe national emblem on the handles. The reverse of the spoons is clearly marked H.M.Z.39 and the Luftwaffe property mark code FL.U.V. H.M.Z. indicates the manufacturing code for Arbeitsgemeinschaft Holz Des Klingensthaler Bezirkes Brunndoebra. Manufactured in 1939, we sadly have no provenance with them, but they would have served throughout the war and no doubt have a story to tell! Made from aluminium, they measure 15cm (5.75"). | £55.00 |
| 3776 |  | | Aircraft Generator Propeller - This example unusually comes with its original pine box (lacking lid). The propeller is larger than those we normally see with a diameter of 61cm (24"). It carries original stencilling to one blade, reading 247 and embossed on the hub with the letter E. It is reputed to be of the type used on airships and the flat pitch of the blades would seem to support this. Manufactured in hardwood, it has a lovely patina and in excellent conditon with just a tiny chip to one blade end. | £175.00 |
| 2570 |  | | Bristol Aeroplane Company Test Gauge - The brass scale indicates it was for use on the Hercules, Perseus and Centaurus engines. The instrument is stamped FB101192/2MM and has BAC and a broad arrow crudely engraved below. The Perseus engine was used on the Lysander aircraft, while the Centaurus entered service in 1942 on the Warwick, Tempest and Fury. The Hercules was fitted to the Bristol Freighter which entered service in 1945. The scale indicates 0 - 30 and appears to be some sort of pressure testing instrument, circa 1945. 45 cm (17.5"). | £38.00 |
| 3273 |  |  | Luftwaffe Armbandkompass Model AK-39 - This example is the first pattern and is complete with original wrist strap. The bezel rotates and has the correct size air bubble in the oil. It is fully stamped on the reverse with manufacturer's detail and Luftwaffe FL Nos. 23235. These compasses were issued to German air crew to aid escape if forced down in enemy territory. This example has been used post war by a Royal Navy helicopter pilot! Now sold as a collector's item, but we are assured it still works as intended. | |
| 2466 |  | | RAF 'Bone Dome' Helmet Testing Kit - A weight set stores reference 4C/3368. All items in fitted hardwood box. This test kit was designed to test the visor brakes on the RAF Mk 2A helmet. A most unusual set for the RAF helmet collector. 13.5 cm x 13.5 cm (5.5" x 5.5") | £38.00 |
| 2762 |  | | Surrey Flying Services Scales - A super item! Manufactured in pressed metal with a dial recording weghts up to 5 lbs. An alluminium tray is used for weighing purposes and the scale is marked "British Make Surrey Flying Services Ltd." We have no idea on the date of manufacture, but these scales have the classic look of the 1930's. We can only speculate on their original use - perhaps to weigh the passengers' personal pocessions before boarding their Dragon Rapide flight! Appear to be in good working order, but we cannot guarantee their accuracy. | £65.00 |
| OC224 |  | | Aircraft Blind Flying Panel - This replica is made up in alloy to the original specification and is pre-drilled to take the appropriate instruments. The reverse of the panel is engraved "replicated from original 6A 616" and is of the type used on Spitfires and other aircraft of WWII. Would provide an ideal start point to create a replica BFP or as a component for a complete panel. | £75.00 |
| 2437 |  | | Luftwaffe Fliegerblinkgerat Airfield Signal Lamp - This is the first example of these we have ever had and is in superb original condition and still with most of the Luftwaffe grey paint intact. Model number 124-502A1 and the manufacturer's code is blc, indicating it was made by the renowned optical manufacturer Zeiss. Compete with optical sight and signal switch, together with a length of electical cable but lacking plug. These lamps were used to signal to Luftwaffe aircraft approaching the airfield when conventional radio communication was not possible. A rare and orignal optical instrument. Diameter of lens 24cm (9.5"). | |
| 1163 |  | | RAF Aircrew Emergency Whistle - WWII, clearly stamped with King's Crown, AM, 23/230 and on reverse 293/14/L1795. Minor wear to chrome, but overall nice original condition and good working order! | |
| 3847 |  |  | WWII Tissue Paper Escape Map Sheet C - A single sided example printed in colour covering Northern France, Belgium and Holland. Interestingly, only a fraction of England is shown - a wartime precaution in case the map should be captured and used by the enemy for his own purposes! An identical example is featured on page 102 of Mick Prodger's excellent Luftwaffe v. RAF Flight Equipment book. 21" x 16" (53cm x 41cm) |  |
| 3844 |  | | WWII Escape Map Sheets K3/H2 - A double sided example covering North Africa, Spain and parts of the Mediterranean. In excellent original condition. 23" x 18" (58cm x 46cm) | |
| 3842 |  | | Double Sided Escape Compass - An unusual pattern with glass viewing panels top and bottom. The card is marked with 8 compass directions and features blue writing on one side and red on the other. This is the first example like this we have seen and looking at the built quality, could well date to the 1930's. In excellent original working condition. 0.5" (1.3cm.) | |
| 3843 |  | | WWII Escape Map Series S2/S3 - A double sided example covering parts of Greece, Turkey, Italy and the Balkans. Looks to have been printed circa the end of 1940. Some staining and what appears to be small burn holes, but it still displays well and no doubt it has a story to tell! 24" x 20" (61cm x 51cm) | |
| 1748 |  | | Aircraft Propeller Blade - A single blade, manufactured from laminated hardwood and original painted canvas covered tip. The blade has a near perfect transfer showing it was manufactured by the Integral Propeller Company Ltd. and British make. This propeller has been mounted on a more recent oak base. It stands at 43" (110cm), so is an excellent size for display purposes. Unfortunately, we have no provenance with it, but it appears to date from the early 20th century. Generally excellent condition with minor service wear. | |
| 3573 |  | | Luftwaffe Service Wrist Watch - This example is marked BWC to the dial and features roman numerals and a small subsidiary second hand dial. The screw back is marked ROSTFREI STAHIRODEN WASSERDICHT and numbered D11320. The chrome finish to the case shows some wear, but is in generally good condition and is running well. The watch glass and winder may be replacements. We have fitted a correct specification reproduction leather strap. This watch would probably have been issued to and used by ground personnel. | |
| PC55 |  | | Luftwaffe Emergency Seenotflagge - This example was recovered from a crash site and is in semi relic condition with some corrosion. The extending tubes are locked and the leather handle absent, but this increasingly rare item would still display well in the pocket of your channel trousers. An invaluable aid to downed Luftwaffe airmen when the appropriate flag is attached for attracting the attention of possible rescuers. It measures 32cm (12.5") | |
| 3809 |  | | RAF Flying Chart for South East England - Marked RAF edition (War) and dated 1941. Named to Sgt. Driscoll who we understand was based at North Weald in Essex. Airfields such as Biggin Hill, Hornchurch, Hawkinge and Tangmere are all marked. In addition, areas of danger such as air gunnery and bombing ranges, balloon flying and AA gun positions are indicated for the safety of allied aircrew. The chart shows evidence of service wear and it may have some stage have been wall or board mounted. Despite the less than perfect condition, this is a sought after chart in view of the area covered. | |
