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| AUCTION CATALOGUE 2010 | |
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| 1301: | Book. Mauser Bolt Rifles. By Ludwig Olson. Third Edition. Updated and expanded 11th Printing. 1993. Excellent to ‘as new’ condition. 372 pages. |
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| 1302: | Book. German Machine Guns by Daniel D. Musgrave. Revised Edition. 586 pages. 1992. In as new condition with a mark on the dust jacket as the only detractor. An amazing book. |
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| 1303: | Books (2): British Military Bayonets from 1700 to 1945 by R. J. Wilkinson Latham. 1967. First Edition. An authoritative source of information on over a hundred and twenty types of British bayonets over almost two hundred and fifty years. Very good condition. The Bayonet; A History of Knife and Sword Bayonets 1850-1970 by Anthony Carter and John Walter. The book covers the period from the American Civil war and Crimean war to Vietnam. The socket bayonet was superseded first by the sabre bayonet and then by the knife designs and many attempts were made to devise ideal attaching mechanisms and to combine bayonets with various types of tool. Very good condition. |
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| 1304: | Book. The FAL Rifle: Deluxe Classic Edition by Christopher R. Bartocci. Collector Grade Publications. Very good condition. 848 pages. |
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| 1305: | Book –Manual of Test Methods For Small Arms Ammunition. Marked “ORD M608 PM January 1945” Arsenal Ordnance manual covering US small arms ammunition up to 50 cal. Manual with hard covers with brass screw fittings holding 100’s of pages. Last amendment set mid 50’s. Numerous graphs and line drawings. A trove of technical information for those interested in US military ammunition |
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| 1306: | Books (2): Universal Carriers Volume 1: Dragon, Armoured MG, Cavalry Scout, AOP, Bren, Loyd, Universal by Nigel Watson 2006. As New. Dust Jacket. This is a comprehensive reference source for these unique tracked vehicles. This volume features over 400 photographs sourced from the archives of Bovington Tank Museum, The Imperial War Museum, the National Archives in UK and Canada, South Africa as well as many from veterans and private sources. Universal Carriers: Volume 2 by Nigel Watson. 2008. As new. Includes: Universal, Mortar, Medium Machine Gun, T16, Windsor, Local Pattern, Oxford, Cambridge, Flamethrowers, Armoured Snowmobile and variants. Comprehensive reference source for the British, Commonwealth and American Tracked Carriers for owners, model makers & restorers. 100s of b/w photographs & line drawings. |
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| 1307: | Book. The Iron Redskin by Harry V Sucher. Reprint 1996. Near new condition. Illustrated throughout with black-and-white photos, this book is a loving tribute to the Indian Motorcycle Co. 335 pages. |
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| 1308: | Book. The Owen Gun Files : An Australian Wartime Controversy by Kevin Smith 1994. Paperback. Good condition. First Edition. A nice copy of this scarce item. |
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| 1309: | Book. .577 Snider-Enfield Rifles & Carbines: British Service Longarms, 1866-c.1880 by Ian Skennerton. Hardcover. Near new. The definitive study of Britain's first breech-loading rifle. |
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| 1310: | Book. Kalashnikov Arms by Alexei Nedelin. This scarce volume covers all the Kalashnikov arms from assault rifles to knives and machine guns to bayonets. Each weapon is depicted by colour photos showing both sides. There is a brief description and specifications (calibre, measurements, rate of fire, mag capacity etc). Text is in English and Russian. A true must for the Kalashnikov weapons collector or serious hobbyist. Scarce. |
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| 1311: | Book. The Belgian Rattlesnake: The Lewis Automatic Machine Gun-A Social and Technical Biography of the Gun and Its Inventors Easterly, William M.; Stevens, R. Blake, Ed. Collector Grade Publications, 542 pp. Superb, definitive study of this famous World War I machine gun and its inventor. The gun was used in both aerial and infantry combat by the allies (and Germans). Numerous black and white photographs and illustrations with detailed commentary. |
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| 1312: | Book. Mannlicher Military Rifles by Paul S Scarlata. Oversized Laminated Hardcover - 167pp - Over 350 Photos and detailed Illustrations - Profusely illustrated with close-up photos, drawings and diagrams, this book is the most detailed examination of Mannlicher military rifles ever produced in the English language. Includes Model-by-Model Specifications Modern Test Firing Results, Exciting Service Histories, Ammunition Details, Rare Combat Photos, Useful Technical Drawing, Discussion of Mannlicher's Imitators - Ferdinand von Mannlicher was history's most prolific military firearms designer, with over 150 patents to his credit. |
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| 1313: | Books. Six books on Ships. Servants of the North by C.Furniss. HC 200pages. Blue Water Rationale, The Naval Defence of NZ 1914-1942 by I.C. McGibbon HC 446 pages. China Race by J.Dyson HC 320p. The Destroyers by D.Reeman. HC 318p Fighting Ships of WW2 by J.N.Westwood. HC 157p and The Commodore by C.S. Forester. SC. 224p |
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| 1314: | Books. Canvas and leather suitcase containing 12 or more books pertaining to WW2. |
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| 1315: | Booklet. Operators manual for the M60 machine gun. Approx 30 pages, well illustrated. GC |
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| 1316: | Books. The Great War in Europe - 9 Volumes. HC by Frank R Cana. Some fading to spines. B&W photos, colour maps etc. QGC. |
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| 1317: | Books. Handloaders Digest 10th Ed, Reloading Info Vol 1. American Rifleman, 54 copies NZ Guns Nos 5 to 96. Plug Rod & Rifle, 78 copies. Vol No 1 to 24 No 5 |
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| 1318: | Book. Swift Bullet Co Reloading Manual No1. New in its shrink proof wrapper. |
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| 1319: | Book. Use Enough Gun, by Robert Ruark HC & DJ. Safari Press 1966 Ed. As new. |
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| 1320: | Book. Devil's Paintbrush: Sir Hiram Maxim's Gun by Dolf L Goldsmith. Collector Grade Publications, 1993. Hard Cover. Excellent condition. Second Edition, expanded and Revised. |
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| 1321: | Book - Official History of New Zealand in the 2nd World War. – New Zealanders with the Royal Airforce Vol II European Theatre January 1943 – May 1945. Ex school library book, no just jacket, hard cover faded and slight marks, library number on spin. Bumping to head and base of spin, 483 pages with maps and black and white photos. Slight foxing on ends of pages. Text and illustrations clean and clear. |
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| 1322: | Books (1): British Aircraft Guns Of World War Two John TANNER editor. Arms and Armour Press, 1979. 1st Edn, 207 pages. VG condition. The official air publications for the Lewis, Vickers and Browning machine-guns and the Hispano 20mm cannon. |
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| 1323: | Book - A pictorial History Eureka Stockade - Australia Golds War 1854 by Geoff Hocking. Softcover no dust jacket 207 pages, 2001 edition. Has Colour and black and white illustrations. GC |
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| 1324: | Book - German Submachine Guns and Assault Rifles of World War II - Aberdeen Proving Grounds Series. Illustrated hard cover with fading on spin and slight wear, 161 pages providing a history of German special rifle development and comment on individual weapons. With numerous black and white photos and line drawings. Book in GC |
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| 1325: | Book - German Aircraft Industry and Production 1933- 1945 by F Vajda & P Dancey 1998 edition. Hard back with dust jacket with 329 pages. This book provides accurate facts and figures, as well as an indepth historical background of the German aviation industry and the development and production of its aircraft during WWII. Illustrated with black & white photos, drawings, and charts. In VGC |
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| 1326: | Books (3): Allied Bayonets of World War 2 by J Anthony Carter 1969. Book in good condition with dustjacket. First Edition. This book illustrates and described all bayonets issued to the armed forces fighting against Germany, Italy and Japan between 1939 and 1946. Pictorial History of Swords and Bayonets Wilkinson- Latham, Robert; Swords: Including Other Edged Weapons (Colour) Robert Wilkinson-Latham (paperback) |
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| 1327: | Book. The Webley Story by William Chipchase Dowell Special Reprint Edition. Book is in "near new" condition. This was a limited special reprint edition for the Commonwealth Heritage Foundatiion for which this book is numbered "0000026". There is a total of 337 pages pertaining to all aspects of the Webley including, Revolvers, Semi Auto Pistols, Ammunition, Bullet Molds, Tools, Etc. No dustjacket. Research indicates that this reprint was not issued with a dustjacket. |
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| 1328: | Books (2): New Zealand Army Distinguishing Patches 1911-1991 (Part Two only) : Malcolm Thomas and Cliff Lord Malcolm Thomas and Cliff Lord, Wellington, 1995. Paper Covers. Reasonable condition. Comprehensive record of NZ Army cloth patches 1911 - 1991. The Broad Arrow: Ian D Skennerton. British & Empire Factory Production, Proof, Inspection, Armourers, Unit & Issue Markings. Soft cover, 140 pp, circa 80 illust., 2001. Thousands of service markings are illustrated and their applications on rifles, pistols, edged weapons etc. described. Invaluable reference on unit markings, also ideal for medal collectors. |
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| 1329: | Book - Official History of New Zealand in the 2nd World War. – New Zealanders with the Royal Airforce Vol I European Theatre September 1939- December 1942. Ex school library book, no dust jacket, hard cover faded and slight marks, library cat number on spin. Bumping to head and base of spin, 408 pages with maps and black and white photos. Slight foxing on ends of pages Text and illustrations clean and clear. |
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| 1330: | Book (1): Instructions for Armourers 1931 – plates: It looks like a book but actually the edge folds out to form a pouch with a number of drawings that are as follows: A.I.D 540 Rifle, Short magazine, Lee-Enfield MK I & I* Converted II & II* Components S.A.I.D. 2053 Pistol Revolver No1 MkIII, IV, V, VI .455 Webley S.A.I.D. 2058 Rifles No3 MkI* (F) and (T) S.A.I.D. 2059 Components Rifles No3 MkI (F) and (T) S.A.I.D. 2062 Gun, Machine, Vickers, .303-in, MkI S.A.I.D. 2063 Gun, Machine, Lewis, .303-in, MkI S.A.I.D. 2064 Guns, Machine, Hotchkiss, .303-in, MkI No1 and 2 (Missing) S.A.I.D. 2267 Rifles, No1 MkIII, No1 MkIII* and No2 MkIV* S.A.I.D. 2268 Rifles, No1 MkIII, No1 MkIII* and No2 MkIV*, Components S.A.I.D. 2269 Rifles, No1 MkIII, No1 MkIII* and No2 MkIV*, Components S.A.I.D. 2270 Bicycle, MkIV S.A.I.D. 2271 Bicycle, MkIV, Components and Accessories S.A.I.D. 2272 Bicycle, MkIV, Components and Accessories S.A.I.D. 2273 Bicycle, MkIV, Components and Accessories S.A.I.D. 2474 Bayonets, Dirk, Sword and Scabbards S.A.I.D. 2081 Mounting Vickers MkIV, Mount Lewis MkIII and Mount Hotchkiss MkII* & MkII** S.A.I.D. 2530 Pistol, Signal, No1, MkIII* D.D. (E) 871 Instructions to guide local adjustment and repair of Mountings, Tripod, Vickers MkIV (Missing) D.D. (E) 1000 Mounting, Tripod, MG MkIV, Wheel Elevation B A.I.D. 1711 Guns Machine Lewis, Eliminator, Flash MkI This list was compiled from a list found on a Website. The original list with the book would indicate that the ‘Hotchkiss’ drawing was originally with the item but is not included. The ‘Vickers’ item that is also missing was not on the original listing at all. In good condition. |
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| 1331: | Book: Honour Bound: Chauchat Machine Rifle. Gerard Demaison and Yves Buffetaut. Collector Grade Publications. 1995. Hardcover. Near new condition. Dust Jacket. 209 pages, well illustrated, diagrams. From the dust jacket: ‘When the need for a portable machine rifle became urgent in 1915, the only existing arm in 8mm Lebel caliber was the prewar CS (Chauchat-Sutter), based on John Browning's long barrel recoil system, small numbers of which were employed by French aviation. ‘ |
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| 1332: | Books (2): New Zealand Medal to Colonials. Richard Stowers Author Pub, 2005. Soft Cover. Good condition. 156p Laminated paper covers. The 8th up-date of these detailed medal rolls of officers and men in Colonial units who received the NZM for service in the New Zealand Wars, 1845-1872. Rough Riders at War Richard Stowers. Author Pub, 2004. Soft Cover. Good condition. 222p Laminated paper covers. 2008. The 5th up-date of this history of New Zealand's involvement in the Anglo-Boer War 1899- 1902, with information on all members of the 10 NZ Contingents and Awards. |
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| 1333: | Books (2) “Winchester Catalog 89” World Standard Guns and Ammunition. A Winchester catalogue from 1934, showing all their products from that time, with specifications. Plus “Handbook on Small Bore Rifle Shooting“ by Colonel Townsend Whelen, 1938 Ed. S/C , 76 pages, black and white photos, both G/C |
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| 1334: | Book (1): A Treatise on the British Military Martini. The Martini-Henry 1869- C1900. B A Temple and I D Skennerton: 1st edition 1983., 1983. Hard cover dust wrapper 246pp with b&w photos and drawings. As new condition. Covers the development of the Martini- Henry rifle from its origin as a weapon presented for consideration by the British Governments in 1864 for the army and navy. Describes the rifle, and includes details of government consideration and full coverage of the rifle trials. |
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| 1335: | NZ 1875 Snider Artillery Carbine Sword Bayonet. VG black leather grips. 515 mm sawback blade with conversion date of 9/81. Complete with scabbard. All VGC. Ref BCB- NZ Pic  |
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| 1336: | Bayonet - Kropatschek M1885 Bayonet and Steel scabbard. Blade good, wooden grips good, steel scabbard good with original finish thinning and only one small dent to rear. GC |
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| 1337: | German 84/98 1st Pattern Bayonet. Converted from P71/84 knife bayonet. Shaped wooden grips, no muzzle ring. 250mm blade with both Erfurt & Alex Coppel markings. Steel scabbard with frog. Some wear but an interesting piece. |
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| 1338: | German 84/98 Mauser Knife Bayonet. Wooden grips with flashguard. Bright blade made by Henckels. Complete with scabbard. GC |
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| 1339: | Bayonet. British No4 Mk2* Spike Bayonet complete with tapering steel scabbard. VG + C |
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| 1340: | Knife made from a bayonet, overall length 17 inches. Blade with British proof marks and is 13 inches long with aged patina. Blade marked Charles Hose Council, Negri Claudetown. Mark on top of hilt “Baram District”. Sheath leather with brass fittings, marked W.D. under Broad Arrow. Appears too be made from a 1840,s Royal Irish Constabulary bayonet. See No 48 page 30 “The Collectors Pictorial Book of Bayonets” by Stephens |
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| 1341: | Russian Hunting knife HO-8 manufactured by Izhmash. Knife is Brand new and in its unopened packaging. |
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| 1342: | Bayonet. British P1888 Bayonet Type 2 with oil hole in pommel. 300mm double edged blade with scabbard. GC. |
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| 1343: | Indian P1859 Socket Bayonet. As British P1853 but larger bore. British made. No scabbard. VGC |
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| 1344: | Indian Brown Bess Style Socket Bayonet. 100mm socket with E.I.C. spring missing. Indian markings on socket. 390mm triangular blade GC Ref BCB I-13 |
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| 1345: | British P1853/72 Socket Bayonet. Normal P1853 Enfield Socket but bushed for Martini Henry. No scabbard. GC Ref BCB B-184 |
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| 1346: | Indian Socket Bayonet as British P1853 but larger bore. Indian markings on socket. British made. No scabbard. GC |
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| 1347: | British 1844 Socket Bayonet. 75mm socket with rim, made for Lovell lug. 430mm triangular blade. No scabbard. Ref BCB B-139 |
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| 1348: | French 1847 socket bayonet. Socket with central locking ring. Marked N.S. Short heavy elbow, Belgium style leather scabbard. GC |
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| 1349: | Swiss 1863 Vetterli Socket Bayonet. 67mm socket 17.5mm bore. Central locking ring. Thin cruciform blade. No scabbard. VGC |
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| 1350: | German 98/05 Mauser Butcher Bayonet. 1st Pattern with high ears and flashguard fitted. Made by Erfurt. Steel scabbard with some pitting and dents. A scarce bayonet. VGC |
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