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Military and civilian supplies, made between 1848 and 1960

We purchased the stock from a supplier to the armies in the Lyon region, active from 1848 until the end of the 1950s.
Our finds will be put online gradually, be patient, here are already some old objects already offered for a few weeks.
The company's managers having refused to work with the occupying forces, there is no military manufacturing from the Second World War in this lot, but from before...yes!

This section brings together everything that we have not managed to fit into the other sections, and not only the production of the army supplier mentioned previously, you risk making surprising discoveries there.


  • Ceinture de commandement. Alsace annexée 1888

    Belt that belonged to an officer named Meyer, assigned to a field artillery regiment, the 66th Lothring (Lothring, like Lotharingia, according to the 843 borders), based in Saint-Avold, which was located in Germany and belonged to the XVI Army Corps. This is a military antique, both German and French, a testament to a turbulent period on the borders of Europe.
    Some foxing on the heavy canvas lining, otherwise in good condition.
    In its beautiful original box.

    New

    210,00 €

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  • White trefoil epaulettes on a black or sky blue background. Third Republic. New old stock. Produced by David company. Price per pair

    Length 155 /160 mm.
    Width minimum 50 mm, maximum 90 mm.
    These shoulder pads have never been worn, but over time they may have gotten dirty or the thread may have shown localized signs of weakness, we are selling them as is.

    New

    70,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Regulation pompoms for bachis, made before WWII

    Produced by Éts David.


    In short, sailors often purchased their pompoms with their own money, and you can come across extremely varied types of pompoms. Depending on the fashions of the time, sailors enjoyed wearing models that were quite different from the standards of the time.
    Here are some notable examples.

    New

    21,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Puffs for naval caps = Regulation pompoms for bachis, 1913 model and before. Non-contractual photo. Price by one

    As you can see on the sample plate (not for sale) from the port of Rochefort dated 1913, this type of pompom was approved by the maritime authorities.
    The border features loops that one would not expect to find on sailors' pompoms.
    Until 1870, the color of the pompoms, also called "shock absorbers" because their function was to cushion the impact of bumping one's head in the gangways, was blue and red!
    The regulation of March 27, 1858, even specifies:
    "This puff is composed of 112 strands of blue thread and 76 strands of madder thread."
    The puff remained two-tone until February 21, 1870. The regulation then specified that it was composed of "150 strands of madder thread." The sailor's red pompom is therefore a relatively recent appearance, and its purchase or manufacture often remained the responsibility of the sailor, who was supposed to have time at sea... Except when repainting the boat, which was a major occupation for sailors.
    In short, pompoms of extremely varied types can be found, and depending on the fashions of the time, sailors delighted in wearing designs that were quite different from the standards of the time.
    Here are a few notable examples. Colours can be slightly different and also aspects of wool. We deliver them as we found them.

    New

    29,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Puffs for naval caps = Regulation pompoms for bachis approved in 1915

    This type of pompom was approved by the maritime authorities in 1915.
    The border features loops that one would not expect to find on sailors' pompoms.
    Until 1870, the color of the pompoms, also called "shock absorbers" because their function was to cushion the impact of bumping one's head in the gangways, was blue and red!
    The regulation of March 27, 1858, even specifies:
    "This puff is composed of 112 strands of blue thread and 76 strands of madder thread."
    The puff remained two-tone until February 21, 1870. The regulation then specified that it was composed of "150 strands of madder thread." The sailor's red pompom is therefore a relatively recent appearance, and its purchase or manufacture often remained the responsibility of the sailor, who was supposed to have time at sea... Except when repainting the boat, which was a major occupation for sailors.
    In short, pompoms of extremely varied types can be found, and depending on the fashions of the time, sailors delighted in wearing designs that were quite different from the standards of the time.
    Here are a few notable examples.

    New

    From 26,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Regulation pompoms for bachis, made before 1960.

    Produced by Éts David.
    Until 1870, the color of the pompoms, also called "shock absorbers" because their function was to cushion the impact of bumping one's head on the gangways, was blue and red!
    The regulation of March 27, 1858, even specified:
    "This puff is composed of 112 strands of blue thread and 76 strands of madder thread."
    The puff remained two-tone until February 21, 1870. The regulation then specified that it was composed of "150 strands of madder thread."
    The sailor's red pompom is therefore a relatively recent appearance, and its purchase or manufacture often remained the responsibility of the sailor, who was expected to have time at sea, possibly to do it himself...
    In short, sailors often purchased their pompoms with their own money, and you can come across extremely varied types of pompoms. Depending on the fashions of the time, sailors enjoyed wearing models that were quite different from the standards of the time.
    Here are some notable examples, more recent than the other models from Ets David that we also offer.
    The " fastening system runs right through the pompom, and the top of the fastener is sometimes visible at the top of the pompom.

    12,00 €

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  • Leg prosthesis. PRECEDENT PRICE: 185 €

    War produces its share of cripples, and we have encountered various prosthetics, wheelchairs, and other items in collections to illustrate this phenomenon.
    We found this artificial leg, which we thought might be of interest to enthusiasts. Produced after World War II. Used condition. Some drips.

    Discounts

    105,00 €

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  • Set of 2 Swiss backpacks, suitable for use as panniers on a motorcycle! PRECEDENT PRICE: 120 €

    The Swiss army kept in its stocks backpacks very similar to those of the Wehrmacht during the Second World War, the outer part retaining its fur-covered skin.
    Clever people often try to pass them off as something they are not, except that the Swiss cross is usually stamped on the inner canvas.
    These bags are excellently waterproof... Which a Swiss customer found very appropriate for equipping his motorcycle with these two bags diverted from their original function.
    We therefore supply these two bags with a metal piece designed to attach the bags to a motorcycle luggage rack, which will customize it in a totally original way, but you can also separate the two bags to collect them individually.
    Not sure your children will appreciate them as school bags, but they could be part of a collection, or used in entertainment, as a substitute for bags of other nationalities and other periods.
    Fair condition.

    Discounts

    90,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Buckle to close belts for health service officers

    This type appeared during 3 rd republic and is still used for ceremonies.
    Very nice goldplating sometimes slightly oxydized, limlited stock!

    35,00 €

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  • Firefighter helmet of Villieres, in brass

    One bocette lacking, we offer 2 extra. No inside. Circa 1900

    84,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Set of 2 firefighter helmets. One "Peticolin" type, and one derived from Adrian.

    The "Peticolin" model is molded from fiberglass-reinforced polyester.
    It features a stamped brass plaque bearing the inscription "SAPEURS POMPIERS INDRE ET LOIRE."
    The headgear interior is complete. The second helmet is derived from the Adrian model. It is in near-new condition, but without the plaque.

    75,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Sword or bayonet hanger

    Made in the second half of the 19th century, it was designed to hold a sword or bayonet. A fine piece of "buffle" leather, 23 cm high and 8 cm wide. Belt loop: 6 cm.

    38,00 €

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  • Fireman fire cap.

    Model used from the reign of Louis Philippe and for several decades. Sheet iron and brass.
    No interior, but overall condition suitable for a protective element intended to withstand impacts.

    Discounts

    119,00 €

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  • 2 epaulettes for doctor, circa 1900

    We can't exactly call it a pair, because each piece has a slightly different attachment system from below.
    Beautiful embroidery of intertwined oak leaves of the Epidaurus serpent. Length 125mm

    89,00 €

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  • Plume for chasseur in its original tube, circa 1900.

    Good condition, but fragile, unusable for reenactment. 20 cm high.

    Discounts

    65,00 €

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  • Trefles epaulettes troop for gendarmerie, 1885 type.

    Need to be wightened with product for gym shoes (for instance), good condition on top.

    47,00 €

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  • Aerators for headgears/shakos, price by one

    Very useful to finish some hats.
    Small size 9,6 mm. Sometimes a bit oxydized, it is not new.
    Sold as it is

    1,50 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • Eclaireurs de France: Hat, 31 small flags, insignias and card

    "Eclaireurs de France" are a kind of scouts.

    All these small flags were collected just after WWII while travelleing in all europe by a french "eclaireur".

    65,00 €

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  • 2 pairs of Stirrups, north Africa.

    Some differences in holes inside one "pair" as it was handmade during 18 th century.
    Good condition. Steel.

    89,00 €

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  • 8 strirrups, including one pair

    At least 5 pieces are old pieces.
    During Empire period stirrups are very often inserted inside sole of boots.
    Bronze pair is made this way

    79,00 €

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  • Discounts

    60,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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  • 28,00 €

    In stock, shipped within 24 to 72 hrs

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