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WW1 U.S. Military Helmets, Hats, Uniforms, Web Gear, Clothing, Collar Insignia, Patches, Medals, Combat Equipment, Bayonets, Inert Ordnance, Military Photographs, Military Booklets and Related Paper Items, etc., as available. |
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| U.S. Model 1917, 91st Infantry Division Combat Helmet – Front of Helmet is Hand Painted With the Number “91” On An Evergreen Tree | |
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6UW1-79. The exterior of the helmet retains approximately 85%, or more, of its, thick, dark olive paint and sawdust finish. The exterior exhibits moderate, (heavy in some spots), age, as well as, moderate surface scuffs and scratches, as well as black and deep red rust on the exterior rim and edge trim. It appears that the exterior of the helmet has been oiled at some time. The front of the helmet is hand painted with the number “91,” (in white paint), on a 2-inch wide x 2-1/4-inch high, (green), evergreen tree; the white number is much brighter than the green of the tree, which is somewhat subdued and blends in with the dark color of the helmet; the evergreen tree is the symbol for the 91st Infantry Division. The painted insignia is aged and lightly worn but completely intact. The interior retains approximately 85%, or more, of its original dark olive painted finish, which was never applied with sawdust. The interior exhibits moderate, (heavy in some spots), age, moderate surface scuffs, and scratches, as well as black and deep red rust on the underside rim and edge trim. The, adjustable, russet brown leather chinstrap is attached through riveted metal loops, (American style with round head rivets on each side), and is firmly secured to the helmet by means of a large rivet and washer in the top center of the helmet. The leather chinstrap is in poor condition; the chinstrap appears to have been oiled at some time in an attempt to protect the leather, but it has only contributed to its demise. The leather is deeply cracked and has pulled away from the metal loops on both sides. Basically the chinstrap is present but not actually attached to the helmet. The chinstrap hardware is a combination of brass and alloy metal; the metal parts are in about Vg condition. The interior liner is constructed of black oilcloth with a string-netting underneath that could be adjusted to provide a custom fit; there is also a large, oval, gray felt pad glued to the crown for protection and comfort. One-inch sections of black rubber tubes are fitted into the helmet liner, between the black oilcloth and the inside of the steel helmet; they provided some padding and absorption of energy if the helmet was struck by a projectile or other debris. The original paper label in the crown is mostly intact, some of the paper is missing and it’s soiled, however, it’s still somewhat legible; it reads, “Tighten cord and adjust net to fit the head.” The black oilcloth liner exhibits moderate signs of age from storage; the oilcloth also exhibits light surface cracks, (not a serious problem); some small bits of the oilcloth surface have cracked away along the folded edges. The cloth netting is heavily soiled from storage but it’s still quite sound and intact. The detailed description of the interior may tend to make the helmet seem worse than it actually is; except for the chinstrap, the helmet is very sound and quite acceptable for collecting and display purposes. The inside rim is stamped, “ZC193.” A very nice example with, hand painted, “91st Division” insignia on the front. Overall about Vg-. $145.00 SOLD |
| M1918, 9-Pocket, Mounted, Cartridge Belt | |
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6UW1-80. A beautiful example of the mounted M1918 cartridge belt with 9- pockets and a blank section of belt, on the left side, with a snap for attaching a .45cal magazine pouch. This example is constructed of very light colored olive drab, (khaki), canvas belt and canvas reinforced pockets with darker colored woven cotton web pocket flaps. Blackened brass hardware used throughout; as well as, an early style “T” closure, (rounded female opening). The belt has 10-eyelets along bottom edge for hanging equipment and lift-the-dot snap closures; (this model cartridge belt was manufactured without interior clip retaining straps). The belt also has a woven cotton web adjusting strap on the backside, with brass belt tips and buckle adjusters. The cotton webbing is in excellent+++ condition; the color has not faded; there is no wear, frays, holes, soil or other damage. There is, one, very minor and insignificant light brown spot, the type that seems to materialize, from nothing, during many years of storage. This spot is not much darker than the original color of the belt and does not present itself as a serious detraction. Overall, the blackened brass hardware on the front is in excellent condition; the grommet holes have extremely light and insignificant signs of dusty verdigris and the face of two of the lift-the-dot closures have moderate signs of the same type of deterioration, but nothing serious. The blackened brass hardware on the backside is in excellent + condition; without deterioration or other detractions. The buckle ends retain approximately 50% of their original blackened finish, which is worn from age, not from actual use. The backside of the adjusting belt is stamped, “P.B. & Co., July 1918,” (Plant Brothers, ??), and has a small, un-decipherable ink stamp on each end. A beautiful, museum quality, example; you would look a very longtime before you found one better. Excellent+++ to near mint. $160.00 |
| WW1 Mess Kit Knife, Made By Landers Frary & Clark Company, Mew Britain, Connecticut, Dated 1917 | |
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6UW1-81. 7-3/8-inch
long personal eating knife with a 3-5/8-inch long x 7/8-inch wide, thin
steel blade and a 3-3/4-inch long x ¾-inch wide, bright, cast aluminum
handle. One side of the handle is embossed, “U.S.” other side is
embossed, “L.CF. & C., (Landers Frary & Clark), and is dated 1917.
Landers Frary & Clark Company was an old, established, company located
in New Britain, Connecticut. It was originally organized about 1848 in New
Hartford, Connecticut. The company manufactured a wide range of commercial
household and kitchenware items under the name of, “Universal.” During
WW1 and WW2 the company suspended their commercial business and produced
knives, mess gear and various other metal products for the U.S. military.
Light to moderate age from storage. The blade has retains its original
factory shape and sharpening; the blade is moderately dark from years of
storage, (not as dark as in the image), and has moderate blemished areas, as
well as moderate black spots, probably from moisture. The handle has a very
small factory blemish, that looks like a small gouge in the metal, just
below the date, (as seen in the image). An elusive utensil.
Doesn’t look like it has ever been used. Difficult to find when you
need one. Near Vg+. $15.00 |
| WW1 U.S. Army Wool Puttees - Matching | |
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6UW1-82. A 3-1/2-inch wide x 7-foot 9-inche long woven, ribbed, wool strip with a 5/8-inch wide x 4-foot long khaki cotton strap on one end. The wool strip is wrapped around each leg from the ankle to the knee and secured with the thin cotton strap. The wool “puttee” was in general use through WW1. This example is a matching pair, the color and weaving matches as well as the stitching and the cotton cloth strap. The ends of the wool material were cut for convenience of length and the end seams are hand sewn, one puttee is slightly longer than the other. The thin cotton straps are tattered and worn on the ends; they are not of equal length either. The wool is aged and worn it exhibits small to moderate, (a few somewhat large), holes and catches in the material; when they are wrapped around the legs, the holes are not always noticeable. One puttee is in much better condition than the other. A well used, representative example. About Good. $25.00 Pair SOLD |
| U.S. Model 1917 Combat Helmet | |
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6UW1-83. The exterior of the helmet retains approximately 75% of its olive/brown paint and about 40% of its sawdust finish; it exhibits moderate, even, age, as well as, dust from years of storage; it has light to moderate scuffs and light surface scratches. Approximately 25% of the paint is worn to the base metal, which has turned to a brown patina. The interior is moderately to heavily aged, showing moderate dust and soil from storage; it retains approximately 80% of its olive/brown paint and exhibits light, to moderate signs of rust along the edge trim, with two areas of slightly heavier surface rust. There was no sawdust finish applied to the inside of this helmet. The, adjustable, russet brown leather chinstrap is attached through riveted metal loops, (American style with round head rivets on each side), and is firmly secured to the helmet by means of a large rivet and washer in the top center of the helmet; the right side of the chinstrap is broken and has pulled away from the helmet. The leather chinstrap is moderate to heavily aged; the leather darkened from storage age; the left side of the chinstrap exhibits moderate surface flaking the leather is cracked but still intact. The chinstrap has never been oiled, preserved, cleaned or otherwise tampered with; the leather is still quite sound. The chinstrap hardware is a combination of brass and alloy metal; most of the hardware is in Vg condition; the rivets on the broken side look like they have been worked on in an attempt to repair the strap. The interior liner is constructed of black oilcloth with a string-netting underneath that could be adjusted to provide a custom fit; there is also a large, oval, gray felt pad glued to the crown for protection and comfort. One-inch sections of black rubber tubes are fitted into the helmet liner, between the black oilcloth and the inside of the steel helmet; they provided some padding and absorption of energy if the helmet was struck by a projectile or other debris. Only small remnants of the paper label in the crown remains. The black oilcloth liner exhibits moderate to heavy signs of age wear and storage dust; the oilcloth exhibits light surface cracks, (not a serious problem), and some of the oilcloth surface has cracked away along the folded edges. The cloth netting is heavily soiled from storage but still quite sound and intact. The detailed description of the interior may tend to make it seem worse than it actually is; the helmet is very sound and quite serviceable for collecting and display purposes. The inside rim is stamped with the letters, “CO,” within a small circle, (unusual). This helmet will display quite nicely and can serve as an acceptable representative example until a better one comes along. Vg-. $99.00 |
| Mills Marked, Model 1912 Pistol Belt With 1917 Magazine Pouch Snap And Early Type 1912 T-Closure | |
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6UW1-84. The most distinguishing features of this pattern pistol belt are the single curved brass buckle on the female side with curved stitching, two flat brass keepers and a magazine pouch snap. This belt features the distinctive horizontal khaki weave, which is lightly faded. The original blackened finish on all of the brass hardware has worn to a shiny, tarnished brass on the highlights; approximately 70%, or more of the blackened finish still remains. The webbing is in very good condition; it’s lightly aged and has moderate overall soil consistent with light to moderate handling and use; there is no significant signs of wear and it’s without frays, holes, verdigris or other damage. The backside has some heavier soiled spots, as well as, dark areas where the keepers stayed during storage. (nothing extremely severe). The wide belt tip on the backside is nicely stamped, on one side, “Made by Mills Woven Cartridge Belt Co., Worcester, Mass. U.S.A,” and “Patented Jan 29, 1901, July 16, 1907,” on the other side; it’s marked with the “Mills” cartridge logo design, as well, (very small smudge of white paint on the belt tip). The belt will open to a maximum of 42-inches. A very worthy example with sought after, “Mills Woven Cartridge Belt Co.,” markings. Vg. $69.00 SOLD |
| WW1 U.S. Model 1917 Remington Bayonet – For The U.S. Enfield & Eddystone Rifles And the M97 Trench Shotgun – Used From 1917 Through WW2 | |
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6UW1-85. Known as the
“U.S. Enfield,” or “Eddystone,” bayonet as it fits the U.S. Enfield
& Eddystone rifles, as well as the U.S. Service Issue Riot Shotgun.
A long bayonet approximately 22-3/4-inches overall length with a
bird’s head shaped pommel with button release and lubrication hole, (lots
of Cosmoline still in the slot), and a short cross guard with a muzzle ring.
The metal grip parts are all in excellent condition and retain 98%, or more,
of their original blued finish, which is very lightly worn on the high spots
from light handling and storage; the metal grip parts also exhibit extremely
light, minor and very insignificant, nicks, dings and very light surface
rust coming through the bluing. The dark brown wood grips have two, deep,
horizontal groves placed there to differentiate the bayonet from the similar
British Enfield P-1907 bayonet. Two large slotted bolts with slotted nuts
attach the grips through the tang. The grips are in near excellent overall
condition, displaying a few small, light, nicks and minor scuffs in the wood
from handling and storage. The grips are not oil soaked, cleaned, polished,
refinished or otherwise damaged. The 17-inch long blade retains
approximately 98%, or more, of its original gray Parkerized finish and has a
13-1/2-inch long blood grove on each side; the blade is blued for about ¾-inch,
just below the cross guard, (normal for this model bayonet); the blade still
retains its original factory sharpening, shape and configuration. Overall,
the blade is in excellent condition, it has darkened a bit over the years
exhibiting extremely light surface wear to the highlights of the gray
Parkerized finish, as well as very light and insignificant scuffs and
scratches from being put in and taken out of the scabbard, (very light,
nothing detracting). There are moderately large dark spots, on each side of
the blade, (exactly in the same spot), where the blade keeper, inside the
scabbard, has rested on the blade for a long period of time, as well as, a
few other minor surface rust spots that are not at all detracting or
troublesome. One side of blade stamped "Remington, (within a circle),
and is dated 1917," the other side of the blade is stamped, “U.S.”
and has the U.S. Ordnance Bomb device; it’s also stamped with the
number,“17,” a stylized eagles head, crossed rifles or crossed cannons
and the number, “1.” The early style, U.S., green painted leather
scabbard, (appears to be a re-paint), has a blackened metal throat and tip,
as well as a brass wire belt hook; the throat and tip are stamped,
“M.S.” The metal parts of the scabbard retain 98%, or more, of their
original blued finish, which has the slightest signs of age and wear on the
high spots. The leather portion of the scabbard is stamped, on the backside,
“Jewell 1918.” The leather is in overall excellent+ condition and
exhibits only the slightest signs of age or wear with light scuffing to the
paint in one spot. A really nice example. Excellent. $165.00 |
| U.S. Model 1917 Combat Helmet, Bearing A, Hand Painted, Red & White “HQ,” (Headquarters), Division Insignia On The Left Side | |
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6UW1-86. The
exterior of the helmet retains approximately 90%, or more, of its
olive/brown paint and sawdust finish; the exterior exhibits light to
moderate, even, age, overall dust from years of storage, as well as, light
to moderate scuffs, minor surface scratches, some insignificant whitish
colored surface smudges, as well as, very light surface rust in the area of
the edge rim. A 1-5/8-inch diameter, red & white, bisected circle, (the
red actually shows up as almost maroon), is painted on the left side of the
helmet; The circle has a white “H” painted in the red half and a red
“Q” painted in the white half, denoting Headquarters Company; the
painted insignia is heavily aged, scratched, chipped, worn and
has darkened over the ages, however, it still retains approximately 70%, or
more, of its original painted finish. The interior olive/brown
painted/sawdust finish was, originally, very lightly painted on this helmet;
the paint and sawdust appears very sparse around the inside rim, which has
darkened to a deep red/brown patina; Moderate, to near heavy, surface rust
is evident around the underside of the rim the area of the edge rim along
the edge trim. The, adjustable, russet brown leather chinstrap is attached
through riveted metal loops, (American style with round head rivets on each
side), and is firmly secured to the helmet by means of a large rivet and
washer in the top center of the helmet. The leather chinstrap is in about
Good+ condition; the leather is mostly sound, soft and supple; it exhibits
heavy age and surface cracking, darkening and soil, however, it is still
intact and still very suitable for display purposes. The chinstrap has never
been oiled, preserved, cleaned or otherwise tampered with. The chinstrap
hardware is a combination of brass and alloy metal. The interior liner is
constructed of black oilcloth with a string-netting underneath that could be
adjusted to provide a custom fit; there is also a large, oval, gray felt pad
glued to the crown for protection and comfort. One-inch sections of black
rubber tubes are fitted into the helmet liner, between the black oilcloth
and the inside of the steel helmet; they provided some padding and
absorption of energy if the helmet was struck by a projectile or other
debris. Only remnants of the original paper label in the crown remains. The
black oilcloth liner, its components and hardware exhibit heavy overall age,
soil and storage dust; the surface of some parts of the oilcloth has light
surface cracks, (not a serious problem), and some of the oilcloth surface
has cracked away along the folded edges. The cloth netting is heavily soiled
from storage but still quite sound and intact. The detailed description of
the interior may tend to make it seem worse than it actually is; it has a
lot of storage age and soil but its all there and still soundly serviceable
for collecting and display purposes. There are no markings on the inside
rim. Avery nice example with unusual, hand
painted, “HQ” insignia on the side. $155.00 |
| Sons of The Revolution Medal - Steward 1876-1901 | |
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6UW1-86b. Approx. 1-3/16-inch diameter wide x 1-1/2-inch high blackened metal medal; the center of the medal depicts a soldier in Revolutionary War period garb, holding a rifle and ascending stairs, is superimposed on a likeness of the Liberty Bell; the date 1776 & 1883 is embossed on each side of the soldier. A feruled banner bears a Latin phrase, “Exegi Monumentum Aere Perennius,” (I have reared a monument more lasting than brass). The design is circumscribed with, “Sons Of The Revolution,” as well as, thirteen stars. The smooth, flat backside is, hand engraved with the dates, “1876-1901.” The medal is suspended from a blue ribbon with white edges; the ribbon has a 1-5/16-inch long x 3/16-inch high, blackened metal suspension bar, which is hand engraved, “Steward,” and has a horizontal attaching pin with an open wire pin catch on the backside. The medal is and the suspension bar is lightly aged and it has light wear to the blackened finish on the highlights. The ribbon is intact, it is moderately aged and soiled; it has a moderate wear spot at the fold near the suspension ring. We presume that the medal was presented for 25 years, (1876-1901), as a Steward in the Sons Of The Revolution organization. Overall condition, Vg. In all our years this is the first time we encountered this medal. Unique. $25.00 SOLD |
| Union Society Of The Civil War | |
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6UW1-86c. Approx. 1-1/2-inch wide x 1-1/2-inch high blackened bronze rounded arm cross; the center of the cross depicts an American eagle with a shield on its chest; an olive branch and oak leaves are reveled between the arms of the cross. The center of the reverse is circumscribed with the words, “Union Society Of The Civil War,” and the bottom arm of the cross is stamped with a number, “5.” The medal is suspended from a white ribbon with red edge stripes; the ribbon has a wrapped brooch suspension bar with a horizontal attaching pun with a, flat, open pin catch. The medal is lightly aged and it has light wear to the blackened finish, as well as, one moderately worn spot where the finish had attracted some verdigris. The ribbon is heavily aged and worn; the material has separated horizontally across the front, causing separations in the material. The backside of the ribbon is heavily aged but mostly intact; the ribbon might rate good-, the medal is about Vg+. In all our years this is the first time we encountered this medal. Nice detail; a quality strike. $35.00 SOLD |
| Named & Unit Identified Tintype Of A U.S. Spanish American War Soldier & His Official Documents Spanning The Years Of 1889 To 1922; His 48-Star Flag And His Book, “Santiago D Cuba” Before The War, Published 1898 | |
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6UW1-87.
A
beautiful, 2-1/2-inch wide x 3-1/3-inch high, portrait style, tintype
depicting John H. Cushnie, sitting, in full military garb of a, musician,
Private in Company C, 9th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteers,
1898. He is wearing a kepi style hat bearing crossed rifles on the front
with the number, “9” in the upper part of the rifles and the letter,
“C” in the lower portion; (interesting to note that the number and
letter are backward as if looking at them in a mirror); he is wearing a
double breasted overcoat with cape and has a black oilcloth pack on his
back; he wears a belt with cross strap; a large belt buckle and he is
holding a bugle with a long braded cord with large tassels. The tintype
presents very nice study of an enlisted man’s uniform and accessories of
the 1889, Spanish American War period. The tintype is in near
excellent condition; there are some insignificant, light, creases,
(nothing damaging) and two dimples that have not damaged the surface of
the image. The tintype is housed in its original, paper, display envelope
with gold printed edges. Document one, is an honorable discharge
recognizing Private John H. Cushnie’s two years of service in Company
C, 9th Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteers, in 1898, which
included, faithful and honest service, during the expedition to Cuba, (the
Spanish American War), from July 1st to August 24th
1898. The document exhibits heavy age and wear, it has been folded and is
heavily creased; the corners are dog-eared and the edges of the folds are
torn and missing small bits of paper; the entries are, mostly, clear and
legible. The folds on the backside has old, “scotch-type” tape, which
has yellowed and is deteriorating. Document two, is an honorable
discharge recognizing Private John H. Cushnie’s service in Company M,
First Regiment, State Guard Of New Hampshire, November 18, 1918, (most
likely one year). The document exhibits heavy age and wear; there is
moderate soil on the front and heavy soil on the backside; it has been
folded and is heavily creased; the corners are dog-eared and the edges of
the folds are torn and missing bits of paper; the entries are clear and
legible. Document three, is an honorable discharge recognizing
Private John H. Cushnie’s service in Company D, First Regiment, State
Guard Of New Hampshire, November 29, 1919, (a one year enlistment).
The document exhibits light age, moderate wear; lightly soiled on the
front, moderate soil on the backside; it has been folded and is moderately
creased; the corners are lightly dog-eared and the edges of the folds are
lightly torn and missing bits of paper; the entries are clear and legible.
Document four, is from the State of New Hampshire, Adjutant
General’s office, it appears to be a copy of part of his records
certifying that Private John H. Cushnie enlisted in Company E, 1st
Regiment, Infantry, New Hampshire National Guard, on July 10, 1911 for a
period of three years and was discharged, (at his own request), on
September 30, 1912s; the dates and information on this document are
somewhat confusing. The document exhibits light age, a little wear and
it’s very lightly; it has been folded and is light to moderately
creased; one corner is lightly dog-eared; the entries are clear and
legible. Document five, is an honorable discharge recognizing
Private John H. Cushnie’s two years service in Company M, First
Regiment, State Guard Of New Hampshire from March 6, 1920 to January 17,
1922. The document exhibits light age, moderate wear and it’s
lightly soiled; it has been folded and is moderately creased; the corners
are lightly dog-eared; there is a chip in the paper, (top-dead-center) and
the edges of the folds are lightly torn and missing tiny bits of paper;
the entries are clear and legible. Additional paper work included,
relative to veteran identification, are dated respectively 1900, 1918 and
1928; they are basically in relic condition. Other information, hand
annotated on slips of paper, include the date of his mother & fathers
marriage; place and date of his birth, (Scotland), and camps he served in
while in the New Hampshire State/National guard. Included in the lot is an
approximately 34-inch wide x 60-inch long U.S.
48 star, wool flag, with sewn stars and sewn stripes, with makers
label; the name CUSHNIE is hand lettered on the white binding. The flag is
tattered, it has many small to large holes throughout and it’s missing
both grommets; it’s basically, slightly better than, relic condition.
Also included is a 5-inch wide x 7-1/2-inch high hard cover book,
“Santiago De Cuba,” Before the War, by Caroline L. Wallace,
published 1898. The book contains the author’s memories; recollections
and the romance of Santiago before the war. Front flyleaf is signed, “J.H.Cushnie,”
The book is in Vg condition.
All of the items listed above items
are original to each other; they were the property of private John H.
Cushnie. A very nice study. $200.00 |
| 42nd Infantry Division - The Rainbow Division | |
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6UW1-88. Approximately 1-inch wide x 3-1/4-inch high, (at its longest length), patch constructed from, separately applied and machine sewn, red, golden yellow and dark blue wool felt strips suggesting the colors of a rainbow. The patch is still attached to a, lightweight, greenish gray wool fabric, which was cut from a uniform, (appears to be a lightweight summer fabric); A nice quality patch that is characteristic of unique divisional patches that were made during WW1 through the 1920’s. This example exhibits extremely light and insignificant age from storage, no actual soil. The backside is inked, “42nd.” Lightly used. Near excellent. $39.00 SOLD |
| Unusual Blue, (Infantry), Enamel Variation Enlisted Man US Collar Disk With Letter “I”- Screw Back | |
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6UW1-90. 1-inch diameter, screw back, brass, enlisted collar disk bearing US letters, as well as the letter, “I,” on hard, Infantry blue, enamel. The enamel is lightly aged and has a scratch mark along side of the “U;” the metal parts are lightly tarnished. Actual use unknown. UNIQUE. VERY SCARCE. Nearer excellent. $24.00 SOLD |
| Unusual Golden Yellow, (Cavalry), Enamel Variation Enlisted Man US Collar Disk With Letter “I”- Screw Back | |
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6UW1-91. 1-inch diameter, screw back, brass, enlisted collar disk bearing US letters, as well as the letter, “I,” on hard, Cavalry golden yellow, enamel. The enamel is lightly aged and has a scratch mark below the letter, “I;” the metal parts are lightly tarnished. Actual use unknown. UNIQUE. VERY SCARCE. Nearer excellent. $24.00 SOLD |