Only one example from this contract has been found to date and it does not have the normal military markings. British military markings, 19391945 by peter hodges, 1971, 104 watling ave. Can someone point out a site that i can go to that will give me current british military army map symbols. British military pocket watch for sale the medal guy. Taylerson searches voluminous military archives to list timepieces issued to the british armed forces. The markings here are reminiscent of the format johnny mentions, stamped in the wood of some heic musket butts. British military markings, 193945 by peter hodges and michael d. For more details of military aircraft markings, follow this link to the crecy publishing site. Positions 1 and 2 are applied on the left, while positions 3 and 4 are applied on the right.
British military markings, 19391945 1971 edition open. This article describes only mechanical instruments. Mike starmers notes on 193940 british expeditionary force colours are in tankette 316. There is a reasonably priced pocket version available that shows the different shapes of most date gold and silver letter shields. S militaria archives deactivated gun accessories ww1 misc militaria military edged weapons ww2 misc militaria british military. Basic enfield identification and the facts about serial numbers enfields at a glance. British, canadian, polish and czech tank formations in normandy june to. If the beret has no liner, it is either a non military beret or the liner has been removed deliberately. Cc73465 with 000027 below that marking on the tin opener blade. Dec 14, 2009 british military markings, 19391945 by peter hodges, 1971, 104 watling ave. Cane is in very good condition with a few dings and dents from use. Wwii british military surplus, wwii british tommy books. The use of markings on british military vehicles expanded and became more sophisticated following the mass production and mechanization of armies in world. Jun 26, 2009 this blog entry is on the markings on the case back of the g10 field watch issued by the british ministry of defense.
Epic militaria is uk based, but we ship to the usa, europe and worldwide. Taylors second edition of british military markings referred to above is a good a general source as is available at present. British military vehicle markings of world war ii wikipedia. Another excellent resource is the armoured acorn website, which is packed with colour plates of afvs, including quite a few from the period and theatre youre interested in. Epic militaria specialise in ww2 german, british and american militaria, including wwii uniforms, equipment, boots, helmets, caps, badges and insignia, including military, army surplus and outdoor products. Pistols that received british proofs prior to being disposed of in the 1950s, should have matching proofs on the slide, receiver frame, and barrel. Bmb maker marked with w \ d government proof and 1944 date. Sometimes swiss watches are seen with with british sponsors marks but no british import hallmarks. What i mean is like the rectangle with the x inside it with roman numerals over it. World war i conjures childhood images of biplanes fitted with a. This military regulation whistle from wwii appears to have the original white lanyard that would have been most likely used by a military policeman on his uniform. British horological institute military watch information. The gct or an 5740an 57401 pocket watches were used for navigation purposes by all the branches of the us. Basic enfield identification and the facts about serial.
Except for sites in the nawcc domains, the nawcc does not endorse any of these sites or the products or services that may be offered. This is because the case was stamped with the sponsors mark in switzerland by the case maker but then not imported into britain. This is based on my readings and on the case back of my small collection of g10 watches. Text free of underlining, writing and highlighting. I always obtain proof of posting which will be posted to you on request. The fairbairnsykes fighting knife is a doubleedged fighting knife resembling a dagger or poignard with a foil grip developed by william ewart fairbairn and eric anthony sykes in shanghai based on concepts which the two men initiated before world war ii while serving on the shanghai municipal police in china. Included are the tactical markings, unit signs and arm of service flashes the. If you want to get a book about british hallmarking. A number of interesting items that i have that dont quite fit my collection. Other markings may be found for issue by commonwealth military forces, please report any such markings, which i suspect are out there but may.
The proof marks shown below will assist in determining nationality of manufacturers when no other markings are. British military badges for sale in uk view 69 bargains. The black dial pocket watch was evaluated by the british army and given the grade general service mark il. Same design as the standard british military 5gallon fuel can which was copied from the german military pattern but has the word water pressed into the lower portion on each flat side to designate its intended purpose. British and german armies june 1944 to may 1945, by terence wise a very interesting book that i recommend to anyone interested in the subjects. The three main manufacturers of the an5740 and an57401 were the hamilton watch co. Once again, the british army pocket guide 20052006 will be a comprehensive guide to the organization, equipment and tactics of todays british army.
We dont know if were looking at a british ordnance gun, a british made heic gun, or a nepalese weapon. It states in the book the last military contract purchase of commando revolvers was an order for 252 revolvers with four inch barrels that was shipped to the army military intelligence service on feb. This is the best aviation magazine out there and it goes back a long way into the 1930s and you can even download some of the original 1930s editions produced in the run up to ww2 as part of the mags 75th anniversary. World war i finds watch development between the pocket watch and the new wristlets with the british issuing pilots pocket watches. A company complete with glass and back case in non working condition.
Great mix of articles, if you love military and aviation history then this is for you. British no4 rifles were set up with a 5 digit serial number system with 1xxxx being. Watches with british sponsors mark but no british hallmarks. Im new to this forum and am catching up on older threads, this one caught my attention as i am particularly interested in brit military knives. Buy british military markings, 193945 2nd revised edition by hodges, peter, taylor, michael j. Ww2 british beret identification guide these rules apply to standard ordnance ordered british made berets of wartime manufacture be they commando or otherwise, the same basic traits are constant and not private purchasetailor made variants where quite frankly anything. Dedicated to british military watches, from ww1, through to ww2, and beyond, this dynamic category showcases collectable, vintage military watches, with an emphasis on qualitycondition, rarity and great watchmakers including international watch company iwc, jaeger le coultre, lemania, omega, and more. A and mark v pocket watches are an example of ww1 military aviation. World war ii british and commonwealth military vehicles markings.
British ww2 markings armorama military scale models. Military rolex pockct watchcs were available, circa 1939, in two styles, with either a black luminous or a white nonluminous dial. Ww2 british beret identification guide commando veterans. Wwii british militaria, wwii british collectibles, wwii british military surplus, wwii tommy photo reference books.
We dont know if were looking at a british ordnance gun, a britishmade heic gun, or a nepalese weapon. Unfollow british military medals to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. British military markings, 1939 1945 by peter hodges. This blog entry is on the markings on the case back of the g10 field watch issued by the british ministry of defense. Media in category world war ii british army formations markings the following 3 files are in this category, out of 3 total. Wwii armoured brigade numberingmarkings army rumour service. Military issued watches boer war militaria ww1 british militaria ww1 german austrian militaria ww2 british militaria ww2 german militaria post war militaria military issued watches ww2 home fronthome guard ww2 american militaria r. I havnt done many british vehicles yet but i have done some research and ill try and shine a little light on the subject this information is from the book dday to berlin, armor camouflage and markings of the u. Like the british constitution, the field of uniforms and insignia has. British development of incendiary bombs 1946 design of misnay schardin charges 1952 development of anti tank rocket red planet 1957 development of british incendiary bombs 1946 explanatory list of service markings 1918 field engineering pamphlet no 4, french explosives 1940 fin stabilised discarding sabot shell progress of design 1949.
This piece is maker marked finnigans ltd 1944 and broad arrow over 28 ink stamped. Marks in watch cases hallmarks, sponsors marks, etc. Current british milityary map symbols army rumour service. However occasionally it decides to work issued to the british military.
Made by elgin watch co you will receive the item photographed above which include. Britain has used two commonly found sets of proof marks. Still in great condition and a must to compleate a mp dress uniform. British markings vehicle markings of the british army of the rhine the british. This dark finished wood cane wears a brass cap engraved awm and has a steel tip. A gallery of pictures and information about pocket watches. British formation badges 19391945 formation signs were first used by the british army in ww1 in order to provide an easy method of visual identification of the various units. Examples here are the first edition of hodges british military markings 19391945 almark, 1971 which ive seen quoted even after the appearance of a much better second edition. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Vehicle markings of the united states military wikipedia. Army technical bulletin 430209, color, marking, and camouflage painting of military vehicles, construction equipment and materials handling equipment, standardizes how vehicle bumper numbers are applied. It took a minute to figure out but this is what a us soldier made form a found british gas mask. They were worn on the upper sleeve in pairs, on epaulets, on head gear, painted on unit vehicles, and used on road signs. The use of markings on british military vehicles expanded and became more sophisticated following the mass production and mechanization of armies in world war ii unit marks were sometimes amended at the front to make them less visible when in view of the enemy. I forgot to add that the book you want is british military markings 19391945 by peter hodges and michael d taylor, cannon publications, 1994. Please use appropriate caution with vendor sites which do not provide locations or phone numbers. The white dial vcrsion was not intended for pocket use, and was constructed in a casc without a chain bow. The british military dpm camouflage field pants are a great quality european surplus item perfect for cold weather and keeping warm in british military uniform. British military markings, 193945 hodges, peter on. These files are in acrobat reader format pdf and this is needed in order to read them. Download a pdf version of the british marking article here.
British military aircraft serials and markings by anon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Taylor and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The two most import catalysts for the development of aviation watches were early aviation record attempts and war. May, 2011 i forgot to add that the book you want is british military markings 19391945 by peter hodges and michael d taylor, cannon publications, 1994. Here is a simple shadow board depicting the 4 most common enfields. I am interested in division, brigade, regiment, battery etc with what the. British wartime 104 page pocket book similar to readers digest with short stories, news briefs, politically correct andor sexist cartoons and other items typically of interest to young. Solid retired library book with usual library markings no card pocket. Basic enfield identification and the facts about serial numbers.
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