TOY SOLDIERS, OLD AND NEW- ANIMALS & CIVILIANS TOO!
AND NOW- "BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST" by Commandant Miniatures
A collecting hobby for the young and young at heart, stimulating interest in history, geography & government. 

Unless otherwise indicated, items on this list are 54mm scale (average figure about 2-1/4 in. tall), painted in brightly enameled old toy style and in excellent condition (EXC, may be small chip or two to paint but otherwise intact). Most figures contain lead and are not suitable for small children. Decriptions: EXC= Excellent-chip or two, VG= Very good- 95% paint, some gloss, G= Good-played with, 80 % paint, dullish.

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THE WILD WEST
Introducing a new series by Commandant Miniatures:
BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST, a re-creation of the famous exhibitions of the 1880's

Figures are converted from old British toys and are cast in solid non-lead metal in a size similar to Britains Ltd., about 54mm (2-1/4 in.) tall
...........with each marked wherever possible with the original manufacturer's name plus the CM logo.
Painting is in the brightly enameled old toy style, lead-free,
...........and because of the distinct individuality of both the cowboys and the plains indians, clothing color variations and differences in war-paint, horse markings and shield pictographs will be common.
Each figure comes in a gift box with a Story Card giving some background on the personality and incident portrayed;
...........series plan is to add portrayal of various incidents in the life of Buffalo Bill, particularly the Wild West exhibitions.
Because small parts could detach and cause a choking hazard, this series is NOT suggested for small children.

All figures and animals are individually cast and painted by me, and since they are beginning to sell fairly briskly, some may be in short supply or temporarily out of stock.

WILLIAM F. "BUFFALO BILL" CODY, 1846- 1917 was the best known American of his time and, arguably, the most famous person in the world, not only because of his enormously popular Wild West exhibitions in the U.S. and abroad, but also because of tall tales of his exploits in the popular theatricals and dime novels of the day. His careers were many- teamster, soldier, Pony Express rider, buffalo hunter, army scout, actor, and showman. His character was by no means perfect but he was the popular romantic ideal of the western hero, who really could ride and shoot with the best and was true to his word. A brave fighter in the Plains Wars, he nonetheless became a respectful friend and advocate for the Plains Indians.

1868- Buffalo Hunting

BUFFALO		The American bison (buffalo) once roamed the Great Plains by the millions. Hunters, like “Buffalo Bill” Cody were paid by railroad companies to provide meat for workers laying transcontinental track during the massive post-Civil War western expansion. Plains Indians hunted the buffalo not just for food but used virtually all the animal- notably for clothing and shelter- and were much distressed as the herds rapidly diminished.	$20.00 each. Specify Bull or Cow
BUFFALO BILL on BUCKSKIN JOE		A favorite horse, Buckskin Joe, was trained to gallop alongside the running buffalo and, at the sound of the rifle shot (Bill rarely missed), spontaneously moved alongside the next buffalo. Joe caused international embarassment when loaned to the Grand Duke Alexis of Russia during "The Royal Hunt" hosted by Colonel George Armstrong Custer. At first, the Duke missed every time but Joe moved on anyhow, giving no chance for additional attempts.	$55.00 the set

MORE BUFFALO HUNTERS		The American Plains Indians used several methods for buffalo hunting. One such, and the favorite for Buffalo Bill Cody, was to ride up alongside the running animal before shooting. In Cody’s case the weapon was a .50 cal. Springfield rifle nicknamed “Lucretia Borgia”. The short indian bow, heavily reinforced by sinew, was capable, according to observers, of projecting an arrow through a buffalo. As trade firearms became available, a wide variety from flintlocks to repeating rifles were welcomed.	Shooting with Bow & Arrow	$35.00
			Shooting "Bright Boy" Winchester Carbine	$35.00

HUNTER MOUNTED WITH LANCE

By 1884, the great buffalo herds were gone, rapidly depleted by hunting and loss of habitat. The buffalo hunt, using real buffalo, was re-enacted in the Wild West exhibitions, with Col. Cody and Indians simulating attack. The entire troupe, buffalo and elk included, toured widely in the U.S. and Europe. Buffalo from the exhibitions and from Cody's Wyoming ranch ultimately formed part of today's preserved herds.

Carrying Lance

$35.00

1869-Encounter with Tall Bull, at the battle of Summit Springs

TALL BULL and HIS HORSE

In July 1869, Army Scout “Buffalo Bill” Cody led the Fifth Cavalry in an attempt to rescue two Swedish women from the camp of the renegade Chief Tall Bull. Bill shot the Chief and captured his bay horse, who later proved to be a swift racer. After informing Mrs. Tall Bull (who had just murdered one of the captive women and wounded the other) of her husband's “cashing in his mortal chips” he promised her to name the fine horse “Tall Bull”-and did.

$35.00

YELLOW HAIR in POW-WOW COSTUME		Yellow Hair, a sub-chief of the Cheyenne, supposedly gained his name as the result of scalping a blonde woman. He lost his own hair in a surprise encounter with Buffalo Bill, after each had exchanged two shots at close range. An interpreter misunderstood his name as “Yellow Hand” and such he was called in the 1944 movie “Buffalo Bill”. The Chief, played by Anthony Quinn, wore an albino buffalo head-dress in one scene, such as shown on this figure. The movie duel was fought with knives.	$15.00
YELLOW HAIR and HIS UNFORTUNATE PINTO HORSE		After the massacre of Custer and 5 companies of the 7th Cavalry in 1876, feelings were running high against the Cheyenne. It was then that Buffalo Bill, scouting ahead of the 5th Cavalry, abruptly came upon Chief Yellow Hair. Bill’s first shot traversed the Chief’s leg, killing his horse; his second hit the Chief’s head. Bill, taking his knife, shouted “First scalp for Custer!” in the only instance of his taking a scalp, but in a scene frequently re-enacted in his early Wild West exhibitions.	$35.00

1885 THIRD YEAR OF THE "WILD WEST" EXHIBITIONS- Chief Sitting Bull's One Appearance.

CHIEF SITTING BULL

The renowned Sioux chief, organizer of the Custer defeat of 1876, toured with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West during the 1885 season. He had been very taken with Annie Oakley, adopted her as his daughter and gave her the name “Watanya Cecila” –“Little Sure Shot”. Bill’s try at rescuing Sitting Bull during the ghost dance unrest of 1890 was thwarted. The Chief was shot by Indian Police during an arrest attempt, setting off a performance, cued by the gunshot, by a gray trick horse given to the Chief by Bill. Figure carries shield with the Chief's personal thunderbird pictograph.

$20.00

1887 FIRST EUROPEAN TOUR OF "BUFFALO BILL'S WILD WEST"
Numbers & Descriptions in quotes above each segment are taken from the 1887 Program. Additional segments are planned in the future.

"OVERTURE"

"1. GRAND PROCESSIONAL REVIEW and 2. ENTREE.Introduction of Individual Celebrities, Groups, etc."

"6 ILLUSTRATES AN ATTACK on an Emigrant Train by the Indians, and its Defence by Frontiersmen after which A VIRGINIA REEL on Horseback by Western Girls and Cowboys.
Settler's Wagons and mules, defending frontiersmen and horseback dancers are in design stage.
These mounted Indians may also play their roles in Segments 11, 15, and 19 and also in the Program Segments after 1894 titled "Battle of the Little Big Horn" or "Custer's Last Fight"

MOUNTED INDIAN WITH BOW		These warriors carry short, sinew-reinforced and very powerful bows. Figures vary in head-dress, warpaint, clothing and clothing decoration and horse types and horse's "medicine" decorations. Some have shields with varying pictographs.I try to do no two alike as the plains warriors were in real life markedly individualistic.	$35.00 Each
MOUNTED INDIAN WITH SHARPS CARBINE		Captured cavalry carbines, although single shot, were prized as they outranged the repeating carbines of the day and had excellent stopping power. See note in red above about figure and pony variability.	$35.00 Each
MOUNTED INDIAN WITH CLUB		This figure carries a stone-headed club and a Sitting Bull shield and is similar in appearance to Sitting Bull's nephew, One Bull, at the battle of Little Big Horn. One Bull never was hired for the Col. Cody's Wild West however. Available on galloping or rearing pony.	$35.00 Each
MOUNTED INDIAN WITH COUP STICK		Greatest honor for a plains warrior was not to shoot an enemy from a distance, or even to strike him with a weapon, but rather to "count coup" by striking him by hand or with a coup stick, long with a bowed end and decorated with wrappings and feathers. Only the most accomplished warrior would attempt this- and would be greatly respected. Shield pictographs, clothing and horse decorations vary.	$35.00 Each
MOUNTED INDIAN WITH FEATHERED LANCE		One of the most colorful weapons of the plains indians was the multifeathered lance, the feathers on a cloth strip tied to the lance shaft. Shield pictographs, clothing and horse decorations vary. Rearing or galloping ponies available.	$35.00 Each
MOUNTED INDIAN WITH WINCHESTER CARBINE		Lever action repeating carbines such as the "bright boy" (brass receiver) Winchesters carried by these figures were widely available to plains indians by barter or capture. Many spent bullets were found at the Little Big Horn battle site but not many arrow heads. Figures and ponies vary in painting of clothing, warpaint and other decorations.	$35.00 Each
MOUNTED INDIAN WITH SHARPS RIFLE		The longer range rifle with its greater accuracy was an excellent weapon for both hunting and warfare. Its use by U.S. Army Infantry soldiers on the plains made them particularly respected by the indians- when soldiers could catch up to them. These figures show wide variations in painting of both horses and riders.	$35.00
MOUNTED INDIAN WITH PISTOL		I haven't found a photo of a Wild West exhibition indian armed with a pistol but on the plains many were so armed, as with this Colt Dragoon. Painting of ponies and riders will vary.

"7. MISS ANNIE OAKLEY"

WING-SHOOTING

Petite Annie Oakley, a phenomenal sharpshooter, toured the U.S. and Europe with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West, earning acclaim and marksmanship metals. She so impressed Chief Sitting Bull that he adopted her as his daughter and gave her the nickname “Little Sure Shot”. She was complimented by Queen Victoria who told her, after a Command Performance during the 1887 tour, that she was “a clever little girl”. Annie’s fame lives on in movies, TV shows and the Broadway hit “Annie Get Your Gun”.

$20.00

COWBOY ROPERS AFOOT		In the years following our Civil War, the term “cow-boy” had a meaning, to the average American, that suggested a disreputable person of crude and violent habits. When Buffalo Bill began, in his Wild West exhibitions showing these brave and hardy men riding , roping, bronco-busting and showing other western skills,they began to attain respect. They were the heroes, along with Bill, in the Deadwood Stagecoach and Settler’s Cabin Rescues of the Exhibition.	Swinging lasso at side, around legs or above head	$20.00 Each
COWBOY ROPERS MOUNTED			Swinging lasso on rearing or galloping horse.	$35.00 Each

COWBOYS ON BUCKING BRONCHOS		Horses may be placed in two positions- bucking or extreme bucking	Swinging quirt on bucking horse	$35.00 Each
COWBOY MARKSMAN		The hefty Colt Dragoon pistol, first manufactured during the Civil War, continued as a favorite sidearm of cowboys during the days of the wild west frontier.		$20.00

"11. ATTACK ON THE DEADWOOD STAGE COACH by Indians. Their repulse by Scouts and Cowboys, commanded by BUFFALO BILL"
Stagecoach and mules are in prototype stage. Scouts and cowboys patterns under fabrication.

BILL COMMANDING RESCUE	NEED PHOTO	The Deadwood stage, the one used for years in Buffalo Bill's exhibitions, had indeed been ambushed with resulting fatalities. But alas, it was not rescued by Bill, brandishing a pistol, as in this figure. This is another "tall tale" embellishment of an iconic western encounter.	$35.00
MOUNTAIN INDIANS ATTACKING		Illustrating the marked individuality in costume, horse "medicine" markings and warpaint. No two exactly alike- in these miniatures as it was in real life..... See individual listings under Segment 6 above.	$35.00 Each
PORTABLE CABIN	Planned	A painted canvas log cabin was brought onto the exhibition field for this segment and peopled by a few suitably costumed "pioneers".

"15. PHASES OF INDIAN LIFE- Nomadic Tribe Camps on the Prairie. Attack by Hostile Tribes, followed by Scalp, War, and other Dances."

PLAINS INDIANS MOUNTED			Illustrating the marked individuality in costume, horse "medicine" markings and warpaint. No two exactly alike- in these miniatures as it was in real life..... See individual listings under Segment 6 above.		$35.00 Each
CHIEF WITH PEACEPIPE		The chief wears the silver peace medal given to him by The Great White Father on a trip to Washington, D.C.. He extends a feathered peacepipe with characteristic red stone bole quarried in a single location in the Black Hills shared by all the tribes.Notice that he keeps his other hand on his sheathknife.			$20.00
MEDICINE MAN		This shaman, part priest and part physician, carries a feathered and painted gourd rattle as well as a painted buffalo skull.			$20.00
CHIEF RED SHIRT		Numerous Lakota Sioux were employed by Buffalo Bill Cody during the years his Wild West toured. Red Shirt served a long term as Contingent Chief of the exhibition’s Indians and was introduced to Queen Victoria at her invitation during the first tour to England, 1887. Red Shirt is shown, weapon in hand, ready to act in the action-packed tableau “Attack on the Settler’s Cabin” in which the settler and his wife would be rescued at the last minute by Col. Cody and the Cowboys.			$15.00
CEREMONIAL COSTUME		All white costume such as might be worn to a pow-wow with representatives of the Great White Father in Washington, such dress probably more often seen in Hollywood movies, very much influenced by wild west shows, than on the plains.			$15.00
FLAGBEARERS			Wild West exhibitions were intensely patriotic. Playing of the "Star Spangled Banner" was played as part of every performance's musical opening- beginning nearly 50 years before its official adoption in 1931 as the National Anthem.	Flagbearer in either Horned Warbonnet or Single Feather	$25.00 Each
MOUNTED PLAINS INDIAN WARRIOR POINTING		The Hollywood image of native Americans as wildly galloping brilliantly feathered plains warriors came directly from Buffalo Bill’s immensely popular Wild West exhibitions, which employed many plains tribesmen, mostly Lakota Sioux. Later film images of a brave but overwhelmed native American culture, proud, hardy and independent also grew in part from exposure of the general public to the Exhibition’s Indian Village, its performers and their families, and from Buffalo Bill’s advocacy for decent treatment of American Indians.		Various Shield Pictographs, Horse Markings and Warpaint	$35.00

"18. GENUINE BUFFALO HUNT by BUFFALO BILL and Indians"

BUFFALO		The buffalo hunt, using real buffalo, was re-enacted in the Wild West exhibition, with Col. Cody and Indians simulating attack. The entire troupe, buffalo and elk included, toured widely in the U.S. and Europe. Buffalo from the exhibitions and from Cody's Wyoming ranch ultimately formed part of today's preserved herds.		$20.00 Specify bull or cow.
HUNTING WITH LANCE		Set is only sold custom-painted but this photo of the unpainted castings shows the metal fabrication with the indian cast in 4 parts, the buffalo cow two (bulls require three!) and the pony one. Temporarily out of stock...............................................................................		$55.00 the set
INDIAN HUNTERS		One reviewer, watching an early movie of the Wild West exhibition, commented "The indians were clearly enjoying themselves". Bill had a bad moment however when one of the show buffalos actually fell after being "shot" (Turned out it had only tripped and was able to jump up promptly, to everyone's great relief).	Shooting with Bow & Arrow	$35.00
			Shooting "Bright Boy" Winchester Carbine

"19 ATTACK ON A SETTLER'S CABIN by Hostile Indians. Repulse by Cowboys under the leadership of BUFFALO BILL"

BILL RESCUING	Mold in preparation	It is unlikely that Bill and cowboys ever rescued a settler's cabin. But indian raids and rescues did occur in the old west and this finale segment was popular in the exhibitions for years. In some ways this illustrates the American west's love of a "tall" tale, a genre in which Buffalo Bill excelled.	$35.00
MOUNTED INDIAN WARRIORS ATTACKING		Illustrating the marked individuality in costume, horse "medicine" markings and warpaint. No two exactly alike- in these miniatures as it was in real life..... See individual listings under Segment 6 above.	$35.00Each
INDIAN BOWMAN ATTACKING		This figure is a reproduction of an English toy of the post-WW II era, painted as authentically as I could manage. It reflects the continuing interest in the "red indian" in England (and other European countries) that was fuelled initially by the popularity of Col. Cody's touring exhibitions. Note that this warrior aims an English longbow rather than the shorter, sinew-reinforced bow, more practical for horseback use, favored by the Plains Indians.	$20.00
INDIAN BRANDISHING SPEAR		This defiant brave is modified and cast in metal from one of the best sculptured of the British toys, in this case injection molded in the 60s in soft plastic. Paint style will vary; availability limited.	$20.00
PORTABLE CABIN	Planned	A painted canvas log cabin was brought onto the exhibition field for this segment and peopled by a few suitably costumed "pioneers".

1913- NEAR TRAIL'S END- The WILD WEST, then partnered with Pawnee Bill's Show was foreclosed on in Denver and assets auctioned on September 15. Bill, in declining health, continued in various ventures but was never able to retire to his beloved Wyoming ranch.

BILL ON ISHAM

Colonel William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, is shown near the end of his career, his hair turned white, rearing up on a favorite horse “Isham”, saluting his Wild West audience, as he did at the end of each performance. The renowned hunter, scout, Indian fighter (and good friend to Indians), marksman, showman and Congressional Medal of Honor recipient met financial setbacks late in life and had to auction belongings, including Isham. A friend bought the horse for $150.00 and returned him to Bill.

$35.00

REFERENCES- Right hand column contains my evaluation.

Western Sets by Other Manufacturers

The panorama of the American west- The cowboys, indians/native Americans, animals, cabins, forts and cavalry
Unless otherwise described: These are metal, in EXC condition and in scale with Britains Lt. toy soldiers (man stands about 2-1/4 in.tall), contain expertly restored pieces, are tied in new red boxes. and were Made in England circa 1950s- 60s.

501

Western with Horses

Britains Ltd.& other English-made Cowboys(2) & Indians (3) and 3 horses.

$80.00

503A		Western with Horses, Cougar	Britains Ltd. cowboys, indians and horses with cougar by Big Top (U.S.A.) & J.Hill Co. bandit.	$75.00
503		Western with Bear	Three J.Hill cowboys (1 mounted) & five Britains Ltd. indians plus the rearing Timpo bear. Made in England.	$90.00
504		Mounted Indians	five Britains Ltd. Indians brandishing rifles, mounted on galloping horses.	$105.00
504C		Western plus Cougar	Britains Ltd., & other British cowboys, indians and horses with cougar by Big Top (U.S.A.) & J.Hill Co. bandit.	$85.00

514		Hill Cowboys & Indians	3 cowboys & 5 indians on foot by J. Hill & Co.	$90.00
518		Settler's Cabin	Wooden cabin,10 X 8 X 5 in. Figures not included ( but see above for western figure sets).	$25.00

WHEN KNIGHTS WERE BOLD- WARRIORS AND CASTLES OF THE MIDDLE AGES-For movie version- "IVANHOE" recommended.
Made in England in the 1950s and 60s by John Hill Co. (Johillco), Crescent and others. Tied in new red boxes unless otherwise noted. Some have undergone mild restorations.

KNIGHTS MOUNTED AND ON FOOT

100A

Gothic Knights

Four knights standing in 16th century armor from Britains Ltd. set # 1307. Note early pattern expanded lance points. No box. EXC

$48,00

104		Mounted Knights	Six mounted J. Hill knights with lances and one carrying banner. In waterstained J. Hill box	$110.00
105		Mounted Knights	Five mounted J. Hill knights with lances. Lances replaced. Some paint touch-up. No box.	$65.00
106		Knights on Foot	Five knights, J. Hill and J.Hill Japanese copies, including one banner conversion. No box.	$40.00

107

LARGE Knight

3-1/2 in tall Spanish knight with moveable visor by Terry Wooster (U.S.A.), EXC

$20.00

109	Click for Photo	Still Another	Hollow-cast Knight with Pennoned Lance by Barclay, U.S.A., 3-3/4 in. overall height.	$20.00
110		And Another!	Hollow-cast Knight with Pennoned Lance by Barclay, U.S.A. Repair to small crack (See photo)	$10.00
111		Royal Coach	Coach and two horses by Barclay, U.S.A.. Smaller than 54mm scale. 7" long. No box. VG	$48.00

CASTLES

100C		Castle from Germany	Wood & Bark construction with painted details, working drawbridge. Has hinged storage compartment under tallest bastion. Measures 15 in. tall,13 by 20 at base. 2 in.tall knights in photo not included.	$225.00
101C		Folk Art Castle	Sturdy wooden castle from England needs some refurbishing (Good Father & Son or Daughter project!). Height 14-3/4 in.,base 24 X 18-1/2 in. Knights in photo (about 2 in.tall) are not included.	$75.00
102C		Cheerful Castle	Wooden castle stamped "Made in Germany" 11 X 7 X 9-1/2 in. Figure in photo, 2-1/4 in.tall not included	$95.00

103C		Castle with Figures	Expanded foam castle 9 in. high. 40mm Elastolin plastic Prince Valiant and Italian figures included.	$95.00
104C		Take-Apart Castle by Tri-Ang, England	Gessoed wood, hardboard construction with working drawbridge. Takes apart to pack in base. Base , excluding ramp,measures12 x 14". 16" tall when assembled. Mild wear. Figures not included	$175.00

105C

Block Castle

Small castle by unknown maker. Nice for background. Figures in photo (not included) are 1-1/4 in.tall

$35.00

TROOPS OF THE BRITISH EMPIRE- DRESS UNIFORMS

BRITAINS LTD. England

200A		Queen Elizabeth	Queen Elizabeth II in her uniform as Colonel-in-Chief of the Brigade of Guards. No Box. I have one other, in not so nice condition as pictured, for $10.00	$20.00 SOLD
200B		Infantry of the Line	In action, white foreign service helmets. Bases marked "1990". Gift boxed	$75.00

200C		Bagpipers	Nine early Herald plastic bagpipers with Pipe Major in new red box.	$75.00
200D		Scots Guards Marching	Three Guards plus officer. Restoration to officer's moveable arm, otherwise EXC. No box.	$45.00
200F		Fort Henry Guards	Five Guardsmen at Shoulder Arms. No box.	$50.00
200G		Fort Henry Guard and Pennant	Vintage Old Fort Henry (Kingston, Canada) Souvenir Pennant-plus Britains Ltd. Fort Henry Guardsman, both in excellent condition. No Box.	$30.00
200H		Royal Welsh Fusiliers	Five marching at slope plus officer. Restorations to movable arms of officer and one soldier. No box.	$60.00
200I		Seaforth Highlanders	Three charging. One mint, two with bayonets mended but O/W excellent. Unboxed.	$28.00
200K		The Life Guards	Miniatures from the 1960s to the 1980s. Four dismounted at attention and three, including an officer and one non-Britains Ltd trooper, mounted. Not boxed.	$$90.00
200M		Second Dragoons (Royal Scots Greys)	Pieces from several sets #32 from 1950s to 1960s. Officer and four troopers. Some touch-up to paint, particularly the piece far left.	$85.00

IMREY-RISLEY- U.S.A.

204

British Grenadiers

C-33 Grenadiers of the 77th( Highland) Regiment of Foot. Fought in the French & Indian Wars in Pennsylvania and S. Carolina 1757- 1763. Six figures. Packed in new box. EXC.

$80.00

JOHILLCO (John Hill Co.),ENGLAND

205A		Scots Guards in Greatcoats	Seven Guardsmen, two officers and a color bearer, all in winter uniforms. Cast in solid metal metal by Great Falls Toy Co. U.S.A. from original English molds from John Hill Co. Tied in new red box.	$60.00
205C		Seaforth Highlanders	Five marching at slope. No box.	$50.00 SOLD
205B		BOTTLE STOPPERS!	BRITISH BRIGADE OF GUARDS BOTTLE STOPPERS !. Six bandsmen mounted on cork stoppers. Original insert in new red box. Bells missing on 2 cornets, trombone slides a little crooked, o/w EXC	$90.00

SOVEREIGN, U.S.A.

207

Black Watch Marching

Six Highlanders and Officer marching with slung rifles. Mint in 2 original boxes

$90.00

TIMPO, U.K.

208A	l	Lifeguards Regiment	Five British Household Cavalry Lifeguards. Riders detach from mounts. Faithful restoration to paint. Boxed.	$110.00
208B		Guards Colour Bearer	Hollowcast metal Guardsman colour bearer, flocked busby. No box.	$20.00

208C

Line Infantry

Ten British Soldiers in Home Service uniforms circa 1900 kneeling on guard with bayonneted rifles. Tied in new re box. Unmarked but style is that of sculptor Andrew Rose. Early Trophy? ID help anyone?

$95.00

VICTORIAN CAMPAIGNS- COLONIAL STRUGGLES IN AFRICA

ZULU WAR OF 1879- For a movie version, see "Zulu" with Michael Caine

ALYMER, Made in Spain ca. 1970s. Boxed sets,all in EXC condition or better.

List #	Photo	Item	Description	Price
300A		Zulus in Action	Set E35/011 Six native warriors in action poses.	$100.00

300B		24th Foot in action	Set E35/010C Red-coated British soldiers- officer & 5 men in action poses.	$100.00
300C		Surgeon at Work	Set AB77 Surgeon Reynolds & Pvt. Hitch- 4 figures & operating table. Mint in original box	$125.00 SOLD
300D		Stretcher Team	Set AB76Two native stretcher bearers, wounded soldier on litter & 2 native attendants	$125.00 SOLD

BLENHEIM, Made in Wales circa 1970s, All EXC

301A		ZulusAttacking	Six warriors, 3 from young, 3 from old regiments, no box .......................................................SOLD	$75.00
301B		ZulusAttacking	Six warriors, 3 from young, 3 from old regiments, original box.	$80.00

DORSET, Made in England circa 1970s. Sets in original boxes. All EXC.

302

Zulus

Seven figures in varied poses. Early box art with hand-colored artwork.

$80.00

LONDON BRIDGE, Made in U.S.A. Original box, condition EXC except as noted.

303

Battle Accessories

Set 201. One each British & Zulu wounded, rifles, shields, boxes, etc. Two haversacks are replacements. Original box.

$36.00

MARLBOROUGH, Made in England circa 1970s. In original box unless otherwise specified.

304A		Zulu Warriors	Six warriors, menacing with assegais	$75.00
304B		Zulu Warriors	3 standing & 3 advancing. Have 2sets. Each-	$75.00
304C		Zulu Warriors	6 advancing with spears	$75.00

304D

Zulu Warriors

3 attacking, 3 kneeling firing

$75.00

ZEHNDER & POOLE , USA. Variations on Britains Zulus by Texas enthusiasts circa 1970s. No boxes.

307A		Six Zulus Charging	Six warriors charging. Solid cast conversions by the late Buddy Zehnder.	$75.00
307B		Eight Zulus Charging	Eight warriors charging, some with rifles captured at Isandlwana. Solid cast conversions by Ed Poole.	$85.00
307C		Nine Zulus Charging	Nine warriors charging, some with rifles captured at Isandlwana. Solid cast conversions by Ed Poole.	$95.00

ZULU WAR BUILDINGS AND FORTIFICATIONS- packed for shipping.

308C		Biscuit Box Wall	Rorke's Drift improvised fortificatioNS- plaster, varying sizes ,heights up to 6 " long. Have many, each-	35 cents per inch
308D		Mealie Bag Wall	Rorke's Drift improvised fortificationS- plaster, varying sizes,heights up to 6" long. Have many, each-

308F		Mealie Bag Redoubt	Rorke's Drift improvised fortification. Resin.	$20.00
308G		Mealie Bag Redoubt	Rorke's Drift improvised fortification. Resin.	$20.00
308A		Stacked Spears	Stacked African spears with wooden shield, on wooden base. Maker unknown	$15.00
308E		Zulu Huts	Set of three fiber "beehive" huts of varying sizes. Zulu figure not included.	$20.00
308F		Bisley Tent	Tinplate tent, said to be a Bisley tent made by Johillco, England. Mild wear. Figure, 54mm tall not included.	$20.00

WESSEX, England.

309

Royal Rifle Corps

Set Zulu 3. King’s Royal Rifle Corps,advancing at trail w. officer & bugler. Blue uniforms. 8 figs.,original box.

$96.00

THE RIVER WAR- SUDAN CAMPAIGNS OF 1884- 1898
General Gordon and the British versus The Mahdi, Dervishes & "Fuzzy-Wuzzies. For a movie version, see the 1939 "Four Feathers"

ALYMER, Made in Spain ca. 1970s. Boxed sets,all in EXC condition or better.

323		Sudanese Battalion	Set AB97 Six soldiers of the 10th Sudanese Bn., British allies,in action poses.	$75.00
324		Dervish Warriors	Set AB98 Six Mahdista attacking on foot. including bearer of black banner	$75.00

BRIGADE MINIATURES, Livonia, MI.circa 1970sl EXC in original box.

325

The End of Gordon

Six Dervishes, One with General Gordon's head on pike, others brandishing weapons exuberantly.

$85.00

BRITAINS LTD. England, circa 1960s

327		Desert Warriors Mounted	From Set 164 Five Arab horsemen, heavily armed. Minor repairs to several horse's tails O/W EXC.	$90.00
327B		Desert Warriors Mounted	From Set 164 Five Arab horsemen,rifle & scimitars. Restorations to small parts & paint.	$85.00
327C		Desert Warriors Mounted & On Foot	Four horsemen from Set 164 have restorations to paint and small parts. Running figure with spear shows mild wear but has no restorations.	$85.00
327D		Desert Warriors On Foot	Five from set 187.All have some restoration to paint. Unboxed.	$50.00

BRITISH BULLDOG, England Circa 1970s

328

Fuzzy-Wuzzy

BB19. Hadendowa tribesman with sword, moveable arms, running, Have two-EACH:

$12.00

DORSET, England. Circa 1970s.Set in original box. EXC.

329

Sudanese Warriors

Set 75 Arab and Hadendowa (Fuzzy-Wuzzy)Tribesmen, Sudan, seven figures

$80.00

MARLBOROUGH, England. Circa 1970s. EXC condition in original box

330		Fuzzy-Wuzzys	Set M14. Hadendowa Tribesmen, 1880s. 6 charging with swords and shields.	$75.00
330B		Palm Trees	Cluster of metal trees 5-1/2 in. tall marked MMM on base.	$20.00

SHIP SHOP, Annapolis, MD.-.Figures by Mike Fergusson. Gun by Commandant Miniatures EXC.

331

Camel Machine Gun

Pack camel with handler and Vickers machine gun, ammunition cans (assembles for "firing")

$35.00

SOMERSET LTD, U.S.A.

332

Death of Gordon

"The Death of Gordon". Set GK-101 Two figures from the 1893 C.W.Joy painting.

$50.00

TROPHY, England

333

Dervish Swordsman

$20.00

.BOER WAR
The Battle for South Africa- The British versus the Boer Farmers

STEADFAST, England. All sets boxed and in excellent EXC condition unless otherwise mentioned

337

Naval Cannon

SF-76 12 pdr. Naval Cannon on Field Carriage- Have one gun only- no crews. Features telescopic sight and chain-linked wheel chocks. No Box.

$48.00

339B		Zulu Queen	Rose Miniatures (U.K.). Mild paint loss on her ceremonial bow, o/w EXC. Unboxed.	$20.00
339C		Zulu King	Portrait figure of portly Cetshwayo seated, gesturing with assagai. Maker unknown to me. Exquisitely detailed furs. Exc. Unboxed.	$20.00
339D		Palm Trees	Elastolin (Germany) palm tree grove, 7-1/4 in. high. Exc. Unboxed.	$25.00
330B		Palm Trees	Cluster of metal trees 5-1/2 in. tall marked MMM on base.	$20.00

FARM AND VILLAGE LIFE
ANIMALS AND PEOPLE- Unless otherwise described, these are metal, in EXC condition and in scale with Britains Lt. toy soldiers: a man stands about 2-1/4 in.tall. Tied in new red boxes unless otherwise described.

400A		Dairy Scene	Britains Ltd. milkmaids and cows. Timpo bull (Not shown in photo). Restoration to cows' paint.	$75.00
421A		Milk Wagon	Barclay (U.S.A.) Smaller than Britains Ltd. scale- 5-1/4 in. long overall. Left hind leg of horse has been restored.	$48.00
401A		Sheep Herding	Sheep, sheepdog, lambs, shepherds. Includes Britains, Hill, Benbros figures. One shepherd a conversion(rare short arm?!).	$98.00
402A		Sheep and Shepherd	Britains Ltd. Shepherd with crook, collie dog, ram, 4 sheep, 2lambs	$85.00

405A

French Farmers

Larger, "dimestore size" (Man 3-1/2 in tall), set of 8. Tips of 1 scythe blade, 1 scythe handle missing, o/w EXC. Boxed for shipping

$160.00

406A		French Animals	Five Starlux plastic animals, about Britains size. Mild wear. No box.	$24.00
407A		Celluloid Sheep	Flock of 11 rams, ewes & lambs.2-1/4-4-1/2" long. Hairline crack in one ewe leg but O/W EXC. No box.	$115.00
408A		Old Plastic Animals	Possibly Marx. 5 animals, hay bale & feed sack. No box.	$12.00

409A		Old Plastic Animals	16 animals, unmarked. EXC.No Box.	$12.00
410A		Cow & Calves Picture Pack	Britains Ltd. #5017. Cow & 2 calves in original box (one back flap missing). EXC.	$32.00
411A		"My Pet" Pekinese	Timpo #5017 Pekinese in original "My Pet Series" box. Peke EXC+, box scuffed.	$20.00
412A		"Lesser Crompton" Village Folk	Eleven Johillco villagers plus accessories- Blacksmith, gardener, bridal party, aged couple, "squire", miller and helper, hobo. Tied in new red box. EXC	$120.00
413A		"Visit to the Dairy"	Britains Ltd. & Johillco villagers- 2 milkmaids & 2 children. Also 6 cattle(4 cows & 2 calves)that have had paint faithfully restored. Tied in new red box.	$85.00
4!4A		"Home Farm Dairy"	Milkmaids, cows and calves- even the dairy cat, a selection from Britains Ltd.,Johillco & other British makers. Tied in new red box. EXC.	$85.00
417A		"Peaceful Flock"	Johillco and Britains Ltd. ram, sheep, lambs, shepherds and sheepdog. Includes the charming Cherilea gamboling lamb. Tied in new red box. EXC.	$95.00
418A		"Wexford Dairy"	Two milkmaids with cows and calves, chicken and rabbit by Britains and others.	$75.00
419A		"Two Maids A-Milking"	Two milkmaids with cows and calf, dog and goose by J.Hill & Co.	$75.00
420A		"Prosperous Farm"	Three farm workers and 10 animals by Britains Ltd. and others.	$85.00
416A		Milk Cart	Britains Ltd. Milkman and Cart in excellent condition, and carthorse with paint touch-up. Also includes two metal reproduction milk cans.	$55.00

401F		Pennsylvania Farm-Large Set w. Animals	Elaborate wooden folk art farm set from PA. Barn (13X9X9") and house have removeable roofs. 19 fencing sections not all shown in photo. 9 Britains plastic animals included. EXC.	$250.00
402F		Farm & Farmyard	Probably German but unmarked.Hinged gate, door & back of bldg. Yard 22X15", bldg. 6"tall. Animals (about same size as Britains) not included. Mild overall wear.	$175.00
403F		Farm Building	Folk art wooden building, 11 X 5 X 5 in. Figures not included- but see sets in table above).	$25.00

VILLAGE BUILDINGS-Scales vary.

400V		French Maison	Historical architectural model dated 10/6/47. Wood & hardboard, hand made and watercolored. Mild overall wear, few shingles, etc. missing. Back walls undecorated. Scale 1/4"=1ft. 10"T, 13-3/4"W, 6-1/2"D	$158.00
401V		Rustic Village	5 cardboard buildings, 3.5- 4 in. tall- about O gauge scale (1/4 in.= 1 ft.)	$45.00
402V		English Cottage	Ceramic by O'Donoghue Pottery. 6 in. tall. Nice w. Britains figures (not included butsee sets in table above)	$35.00

403V		Edwardian Townhouse	Paper over hardboard desk tidy (open at top), 17.5 L X 8.5in H. Ideal to display Britains figures ( not included-but see sets in table above).	$55.00
404V		Block of British Shops	Folk art half-model of British shops, wood with clear plastic windows . Measures 16 in.long, 9 in.high and 3 in.deep. Figures not included-but see sets in table above.	$85.00

AMERICAN CIVIL WAR
Unless otherwise described: These are metal, in EXC condition and in scale with Britains Lt. toy soldiers( man stands about 2-1/4 in.tall), contain expertly restored pieces where indicated, & unless otherwise mentioned, are tied in new red boxes. and were Made in England circa 1950s- 60s.

600Fd		Confederate Infantry officers, Mounted	Two mounted officers converted from figures by unknown English makers. Each armed with sheathed sword and holstered pistol. Unboxed.	$30.00 the pair
600W		Civil War Soldiers	Strombecker (U.S.A.) Set#1515. Unpainted castings with Union painting guide, in original box. One mounted and three foot soldiers-2 bayonettes missing. Could also be painted as Confederates.	$50.00
600Y		HOMECASTING MOLDS	2 molds (Confederates, GIs), original flyer..........	$60.00

1A		Black Watch Grenadier	42nd Regiment of Foot (Highland) in uniform worn during relief of Fort Pitt, after fighting their way out of ambush at Bushy Run in 1763. Grenadier NCO.	$85.00
1B		Black Watch ColourBearer	42nd Regiment of Foot (Highland) in uniform worn during relief of Fort Pitt, after fighting their way out of ambush at Bushy Run in 1763. Ensign with Regimental Colour.	$25.00
1E		The Royal Americans Colour Bearer	60th Regiment of Foot, American frontiersmen recruited in the 1750s as elite light infantry able to cobat the highly mobile warrior tribes allied with the French. Ensign with Regimental Colour.	$25.00
1H		Coureurs du Bois on Raft	Two French adventurers with their trade goods, poling a raft.	$85.00
1J		Mohawk Warriors	Braves in warpaint in 6 different action poses.	$85.00
1L		Colonial Militiamen/ Trappers	British- American Militiamen in action. Officer firing pistol and five armed with muskets.	$85.00

2A		"The Majors"	Two personality figures: Major Robert Rogers, Commander of Rogers Rangers and Major Duncan McDonald, a character in Fenimore Cooper's "Last of the Mohicans"	$45.00
2B		Mohawk Warriors	One of the five warlike tribes of the Five Nations of the Iroquois. Six different action poses.	$95.00 SOLD

MINIMEN- HISTORY IN METAL, Jack Updyke, U.S.A. Circa 1994-95. Mint in original boxes.

3A		Massacre of Jane McCrae	Jane and menacing Iroquois indian. Modelled after the famous painting of incident during Burgoyne's campaign. Jane's murder led to rallying of militias from all over New England which contributed to the American vistory at Saratoga.	$55.00
3B		Pioneer Woman with Musket		$25.00
3E		Iroquois Brave Running with War Club		$25.00
3G		Warrior Crawling with Club		$25.00

600B

Spanish-American War Set

Britains Ltd. Set #8899 , Mint in original box: Teddy Roosevelt, U.S. and Spanish troops. 8 figures.

$235.00

600X

Revolutionary Cannon

unpainted, boxed Strombecker Revolutionary War Artillery kit.

$50.00

601C		U. S. Marines, Battle of Iwo Jima,WW II	Six marines in action poses by Strombecker (U.S.A.), primed only (not fully painted). Wounded marine's rifle barrel missing (shot away?). Original box.	$50.00
601D	"	U.S. Sailor	At attention, dress blues with whitehat,solid cast (no box)	$12.00

601E	"	U.S. Soldier,WW I	Holger Eriksson (Sweden) U.S. doughboy marching in campaign hat with rifle slung (no box)	$12.00
601F	"	U.S. Military Police	MP, maker unknown, standing in white helmet,moveable arm carrying baton (repair to baton, no box).	$15.00
---		Seated U.S.Soldiers	Click on Commandant Miniatures for seated U.S. soldiers to sit in Britains Ltd., Dinky or other vehicles.	---

601G	Need photo	U.S. Soldier Marching	from Britains Ltd. set #2033, WW II or Korean War dress uniform, marching with rifle (no box)...Each	$12.00
601H	"	Black GI Marching	WW II Black U.S. soldier by Charbens marching with rifle slung. (no box)	$24.00
601M		U.S. Sailors	Eight American sailors by various manufacturers, including one with a flamboyantly tattooed chest. Painted by EKP. No box.	$85.00

ENGLAND AND THE BRITISH COMMONWEALTH

602A

British in WWI

from Britains Ltd Set1614 Officer & 7 soldiers in action, wearing gas masks. Facsimile Britains box label

$135.00

602E		Highlanders and Sikh	Five Highlanders and a Sikh by Holger Eriksson . Middle highlander has a rimless helmet- ?casting flaw- O/W EXC, no box.	$60.00 the set sold
---		Seated Soldiers	Click on COMMANDANT MINIATURES for seated British soldiers for Britains Ltd. and similar vehicles.	---
602F		Infantry in Action	Seven Johillco soldiers in WW I battledress + barbed wire. Tied in new red box.	$65.00
602G		Mule-Borne Wounded	Two mules, each carrying two wounded on stretchers. 54mm scale. Cast in aluminum by Wend-Al (England) and marked "WEND-AL". Mild paint wear particularly on lt. brown horse's rump, O/W EXC.	$45.00 the pair

FRANCE- Various makers and scales. No boxes.

603C		French Troops cast in aluminum	Several French manufacturers cast toy soldiers in aluminum in the 1930s and 40s but unfortunately none are marked. This group measuress 60- 65mm in height. Paint ranges from near mint to nearly non-existant See large photo) and all castings are intact.	$60.00
603D		French Troops and Tent	Three French troops,each about 50 mm tall. Wounded is hollow-cast,the other two solid. None are marked. Mild to moderate paint wear. Tent is EXC.	35.00
603E		Napoleon and Guards Drummer	Equestrian model of Napoleon in 54mm scale is a fine military miniature in EXC. condition, mounted on a wooden plinth. Guards drummer is cast in aluminum and shows moderate paint wear. Neither figure has a manufacturers mark.	$35.00
603F		Motorcycle and Sidecar	French army motocycle/ sidecar combination cast in aluminum in about 60 mm scale. No markings. Driver repainted, O/W EXC.	$25.00
603G		Motorcyclists	Two French soldiers on semiround motorcycles firing pistols. 60 mm scale. Both show moderate paint wear and have had handlebars replaced. No mfg. marks.	$24 the pair
603H		French Colonial Soldier & Guard Hut	Colonial soldier is hollow cast, is 59mm tall and has no mfg. markings. Guard hut is marked "DEPOSE LF FRANCE". Both pieces EXC.	$35.00
603I		Stretcher Bearers and Wounded	Two 60mm tall hollow-cast French soldiers carrying wounded. Stretcher marked "FRANCE". One bearer has small hole in back (See large photo). Otherwise EXC.	$35.00
603J		WW I Bugler	Hollowcast French WW I bugler 65mm tall. Mo mfg marks. EXC. Also- tarnished medal marked "VERDUN, NE PASSE PAS 21 FEBRIER 1916"	$30.00
603K		Mounted Officer	French officer in pre-WW II uniform charging. Hollowcast, 54 mm scale. Marked "G-M FRANCE". Restoration to black paint areas only.	$30.00
603L		Officer with Telescope	Bemedalled officer,57 mm tall, peering through Battery Commander's Telescope. Hollow cast, no markings.Patches of paint loss and one small dent on boots (See large photos),O/W EXC.	$55.00
603M		Sailor with Automatic Rifle	Colorful Hollowcast French sailor prone firing. 7cm scale, no markings. ?repaint, ?restoration to gun barrel.	$20.00
603N		Saluting Soldiers	Two 6 cm tall French soldiers at attention performing rifle salute. Hollow cast, no markings. Each has an almost identical crack in rear of helmet (See large photos), mild paint wear.	$20.00 the pair
603-O		Charging Cavalryman	Hollowcast 54mm scale WW I cavalryman.Horse marked "FRANCE DEPOSE B.F.". EXC.	$35.00 SOLD
603P		French Redcoat	Hollowcast 5 cm tall redcoated soldier marching. Unmarked and looks English but came in a large lot of French pieces from France. EXC.	$15.00

GERMANY

603Q		Kettenrad	Britains Ltd. #9780 Halftrack motorcycle with 2 man crew. No box. EXC	$45.00
603R		Motorcycle/Sidecar	Britains Ltd. #9693 Motorcycle/Sidecar with crew of three. No box. EXC	$45.00
603S		Motorcycle	Britains Ltd. #9679 Motorcycle with rider. No box. EXC. Have three.	$35.00 each
603T		Mortar	Britains Ltd. #7333 Mortar with crew, shells, display carboard. Firing disabled, O/W EXC	$35.00

SOLDIERS OF OTHER NATIONS

603A		Ethiopian Stretcher Bearers	Two teams, one from England and one from J.Hill molds brought to U.S. by Westfalls Toy Co. Sewn in white box.	$58.00
603W		Eriksson Russians Recast, Unpainted	Seven charging soldiers plus officer, all in greatcoats with various caps. One has Adrian (French) helmet- White Russian maybe?. Nicely reproduced. One or two heads replaced , otherwise EXC.	$55.00

MODERN ARTILLERY
Unless otherwise described: These are metal, in EXC condition and in scale with Britains Lt. toy soldiers and were made in England circa 1950s- 60s. No boxes or shells unless otherwise mentioned. Spring- firing unless otherwise mentioned.

Britains Ltd., England

700E		18 PDR Fieldpiece	Britains Ltd. Gun of the Royal Artillery #1201.EXC with working spring-firing mechanism (will shoot matchsticks, etc). Will also fire caps (causing breech area discoloration-see large photo). Box is in excellent condition also.	$45.00
700F		4.7 Inch Howitzer of WW II	Britains Ltd Gun of Royal Artillery #1725.Spring-firing. Screw elevating mechanism.EXC.	$35.00
700A		Gun of Royal Artillery	Britains Ltd Gun of Royal Artillery #1263. Have one on right only-	$25.00
700B	Need phot	25 Pounder Gun-Howitzer of WW II	Britains Ltd. #9704 Version w/o muzzle brake, spring-firing. A bit dusty (See large photo).	$18.00
700C		Pack Howitzer	Britains Ltd #9724  NATO Pack Howitzer. Have five, including three with trail clips......................................... Each:	$30.00 w. clips $20.00 w/o
700D		Battalion Antitank Gun	Britains Ltd #2173 120mm antitank gun, 2 rubber tyres & towing ring on barrel. Mild staining on left shield wing, O/W EXC..	$15.00

Meccano Dinky, England- Same scale as Britains Ltd.

701E

German Antitank Section

Set includes two Meccano/ Dinky (England) German field cars (Kubelwagens) and a German PAK 50 mm spring-firing Antitak Gun with shells. Britains figure, shown for scale, not included.

$65.00 the set

701B

U.S. 3 inch Light Fieldpiece

Unusual model of the standard U.S.light field artillery piece pre-World WarI. Note seats on trail and shield. Spring-firing. Britains Ltd. gunner shown for scale but not included. Model 18 cm long. Marked "Made in U.S.A." & something else illegible. Comes with photos of the actual full-size cannon.

$150.00

FRENCH MANUFACTURERS- I've identified makers where I can but some pieces are marked only "FRANCE" and some carry no marks at all. Scales vary. No boxes.

702E		Trench Gun & Crew	Nice model of WW I 37mm trench gun marked MADE IN FRANCE. Two 54 mm gunners. EXC.	$75.00
702F		Cannon	5 in.overall. Mild paint wear. No spring firing. No markings. Looks pre-WW II.	$25.00
702G-1		Antiaircraft Gun	Barrel 3.5 in long. Cap-firing. No markings. Could even be Italian. Britains soldier not included.	$10.00
702G-2		Antitank Gun	5-1/2 in. overall. Cap-firing. No markings. Could even be Italian.	$15.00
702H		Truck-Mounted Cannon	3 " long. Marked "FRANCE". Spring-firing cannon elevates & swivels. EXC.	$35.00
702I		Truck-Mounted AA GUN	2-1/4 in. long. No markings but looks French ca. WW I.	$10.00
702J-2		Horse-drawn Caisson #2	2-1/2 in. long overall. Has towing hook, opening lid. Marked "FRANCE"	$35.00
702L		Small Cannon	4 in. overall. Marked "FRANCE". Probably S.R. Spring-firing.	$20.00
702S		Mobile Cannon2	3-3/8 in.long. Marked "FRANCE" Said to be based on a gun used in the Russo-Japanese War.Spring-firing. Gold paint gone in several patches.	$20.00
702T		Hybrid Cannon	Field piece assembled from various sources, some French although not marked. Spring-firing. Britains Ltd. figure shown for scale but not included.	$15.00
702U		Wheeled Mortar	Solido heavy mortar. Marked FRANCE. Spring firing, traversing, elevating and locking wheels. Britains Ltd. gunner shown for scale, not included. No box EXC.	$25.00

VARIOUS MANUFACTURERS- Scale compatible with Britains except as noted.

702D		Antiaircraft Searchlight	Tin litho searchlight by Marx (U.S.A.),circa 1940, swivels and elevates. Litho portion excellent but base and lens are pitted (See large photo). Britains Ltd. figure, shown for scale,is not included. Piece also suitable for display with "dimestore"-size metal or Marx plastic soldiers.
702A		Coast Defense Gun	Tin-litho camoflage- patterned, pillar-mounted. Barrel 5 in. long.Probably Japanese.	$20.00
702B	Need photo	French Cannons
702C		"Goulash Kanone"	Tin-litho camoflage- patterned cooker trailers. Opening Lids. Have several; each:	$10.00

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MODERN FORTIFICATIONS

Unique Battlefield Scenic Features by Bob Hornung- a wonderful background for display of Britains Ltd or Dimestore-sized troops....
Six one-off modern-day battlefield segments made in 1996 before Bob entered his masterwork medieval phase "Tournament Knights".
Each of the six segments features wood and composition construction with imbedded details. Each photo includes a ruler &/or a 54mm figure (not included) for size comparison. Click on each small photo for an enlargement. Price for the set- $125.00

703A		Fort	Lithographed hardboard fort labeled Rich Toys, Clinton, Ohio. Working drawbridge, two spring-firing cannon . 21-1/2 X 11 X 9in. Mild wear but one tower roof, one corner tower missing. Figures not included	$90.00
703B		Command Bunker	KIWI Command Bunker Wood and composition tiered bunker with hinged door at rear. Measures 15X10X6 in. EXC. Dimestore soldiers in photo average about 3-1/4 in. tall (not included)	$85.00
703E		Medical Dugout	Trench segment with medical bunker,15 in. long, probably made in Germany but no mfg. marking, wood and composition with simulated barbed wire. Arrowheads on photo point to repaired ares. Figures not included	$55.00
703F		Trenches	Two trench segments each 12 in. long, probably made in Germany but no mfg. marking, wood and composition. Includes small dugout and machine gun nest and simulated barbed wire. Figures not included.	$75.00 the pair
703C		Army Headquarters	Tin litho building by Marx, detailed inside and out, with 5 plastic furnishings. Also 3 plastic pup tents and a tin litho American flag on a plastic pole (not shown). Chimney missing. Measures 10 X 7 X 5 in. Suitable for displaying metal or plastic "dimestore" soldiers.	$45.00
703D		Wall Fortifications	Set of three paper mache' walls, each about 8 in. long,maker unknown. One has a W.T.Grant sticker on one end (See detail photo). Suitable for 54mm to 70mm troops.	$35.00

MODERN MILITARY VEHICLES
Unless otherwise described: These are metal, in EXC condition and in scale with Britains Lt. toy soldiers and were made in England circa 1950s- 60s.

BRITAINS LTD. England. No boxes and all postwar unless otherwise indicated.

704A		Scout Car	DAIMLER DINGO scout car. green, with Commandant Miniatures driver and officer.	$64.00
704B	Need photo	JEEP	JEEP w. 50 cal. MG mounted, green & black camouflage	$35.00
---		CM Vehicle Crews	For seated crews for any Britains vehicle, click on COMMANDANT MINIATURES	---

704C		Armoured Car	D Series British Army (Small Size) Armoured Car	$15.00 SOLD
704D		British Dispatch Rider	Britains Ltd. #9672 Army Motorcycle Dispatch Rider. No windscreen or pouches O/W EXC.	$25.00 as is
704E		British Motorcycles	Britains Ltd. motorcycles. No riders. EXC	$7.00 each
704F		U.S. Sheriff Dept. Motorcycles	Britains Ltd. #9692 U.S. Police Motorcycles with riders. All but one SHERIFF sticker gone O/W EXC.	$35.00 each

705A		Bren Carrier	4.5 in. long (54mm scale). Original unpainted plastic crew of 2.	$75.00
705E		Bren Carrier	4.5 in. long (54mm scale). CM crew of 4 & CM Bren guns. Also includes original unpainted plastic crew of 2.	$95.00
705B		Jeep	U.S. Jeep with CM crews of 4 U.S. soldiers + radio	$83.00

GONIO, Czechoslovakia.Tinplate w. plastic & rubber parts. 1/24^th (dimestore) scale models. Mint boxed. Finely detailed models- larger than Britains Ltd. scale.

MISCELLANEOUS MANUFACTURERS

706H

WW II French Tank

Smaller scale- 4" long- composition material tank purchased in France but maker unknown to me. Appears to have had hidden wheels at one time.

$28.00

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SMALLER SCALE MILITARY

SMALLER TROOPS

DEMI-RONDES- Half-Rounded Figures made from Molds sold for Home Casting, about 1-1/2 in. tall unless otherwise noted.

708F

German Artillery & Cavalry

Figures cast in lead from German homecasting molds and painted by EKP depicting German horse drawn artillery, cavalry of WW I plus a medic and his dog.

$85.00 the set

S.A.E.
Unless otherwise noted, these are by SAE- Swedish African Engineers- 30 mm (about 1-1/4 in.) tall figures, sculpted by Holger Eriksson, made in S. Africa
& in EXC condition.

List #	Photo	Item	Description	Price
708A	Need Photo	Household Cavalry	Three mounted British Lifeguard troopers	$41.00
708B		African Natives	Attacking and wounded. Two spears missing. 8 figures.	$41.00
708C		African Natives	30 mm demironde , NOT SAE but go well w. above grp. One spear gone. 8 pcs.	$41.00

SMALLER ARTILLERY

List #	Photo	Item	Description- These pieces are not marked but have an Eriksson look to them and are in scale for SAE 30 mm troops	Price
708G		German Antitank Gun	37 mm Anti-tank Gun. Light gray guns & Limber in photo have been sold.	$20.00
708H		German AA Gun	20 mm Anti-aircraft Gun. Demounts from 2-wheeled carriage.	$20.00

List #	Photo	Item	Description	Price
708D		U.S. 155mm Howitzer	Spring-firing replica of WW II field piece by Tootsietoy (U.S.A.)	$10.00
708E		Pre- WW II Cannons	Tootsietoy (U.S.A.) spring-firing Mortar and Cannon. Group also includes British copy of the Mortar, not pictured, by British company Johillco, marked" Johillco, England". British piece has had wheels replaced.	$40.00 the set

SMALLER MILITARY VEHICLES- Authenticast, including accompanying sets of Holdger Erickson troops, Denzil-Skinner, Matchbox, etc:
Click: Authenticast .Denzil-Skinner , Matchbox

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ANIMALS IN THE WILD
Britains Ltd., Hollow-cast metal and made in England and in Excellent condition unless otherwise mentioned.

List #	Photo	Item	Description	Price
900A		Baby Hippopotamus	#940 tan	$6.00
900B		Young Hippopotamus	#959 Gray	$12.00
900C		Adult Hippopotamus	#905 Gray .........................................................................................................................SOLD	$115.00
900D		Adult Rhinocerous	#908 Gray, small crack in rt. shoulder (Click to see detail view ) but otherwise EXC.	$98.00
900E		Young Rhinocerous	#960Gray	$20.00
900F		Baby Rhinocerous	#940 Gray	$15.00
900G		Eland Bull	#933	$11.00
900H		Baby Camel	#943	$15.00
900I		Bactrian Camel	#918 Very good (Large patch of missing paint plus tiny hole on left flank)	$18.00
900J		Kangaroo Pair	#902 Adult Female & #960 Joey. Matched pair, gray with brown markings	$35.00
900K		TIMPO Kangaroo	Gray. By Timpo, England	$20.00
900L		Boxing Kangaroos	#451B From Circus series...................................................................................................EACH:	$49.00
900M	Need Photo	CRESCENT Kangaroos	Mother with Joey peering out of her pouch, tan. Repair to Mom's tail. By Crescent, England	$14.00
900N		Young Crocodiles	#958 Each about 6" long.....................................................................................................EACH:	30.00 BOTH SOLD
900O		Wild Boar	#942	$11.00
900P		Walrus	#956	$10.00
900Q		TIMPO Eagle	by Timpo, England. Very Good (Small paint patch missing from chest).	$15.00
900R	Need Photo	Young Elephant	#952 Young Indian Elephant	$25.00
900W	Click for Photo	CRESCENT Hunter on Elephant	by Crescent, Englant. Smaller than Standard Size-2-1/2 in tall overall. EXC+	$45.00
900S	Need Photo	Many Elephants	By various makers, mostly unknown. See photo for prices.
900T		Tigers	Four by different English makers- see photo for condition and prices. Timpo and unknown with broken tail have been sold Hill & Britains still available.	See Photo
900U		Bear on Lampost	About 6 in. high overall. Metal with wood base and plastic lamp housing. Maker unknown.	$35.00
900V		Bear Sitting on Rock	Solid metal, maker unknown. In scale with Britains Ltd. animals.	$25.00

List #	Photo	Item	Description	Price
800A		Plate Girder Bridge	AMERICAN FLYER (U.S.A.) No. 581 10 in long-suitable for S, O or O27 gauges. …EXC	$45.00
800M		Gandy Dancers	Comet-Authenticast (U.S.A.) Railroad track-laying gang. Nine different figures about 1-1/2 in tall ( O Gauge ) incised on bases FR EIRE. Sculptor was Frank Rogers; manufacturing done in Ireland.	$45.00
800N		Railroad Figures	Comet-Authenticast (U.S.A.) figures for O gauge model railroads, about in. 1-1/2 in. tall. Six standing figures incised on base EIRE HE. Sculpted by Swede Holger Erikkson and cast in Ireland. Other pieces are unmarked but have an Authenticast look. Baggage cart handles missing.	$45.00
800O		Misc. Railroad Figures	Set of miscellaneous metal O gauge sized (figures 1-1/2 in. tall). Maker, where known, indicated in large photo caption. Tru-Craft was a U.S. company.	$10.00
800B		Passengers	BARCLAY (U.S.A.) O Gauge Railroad Passengers, 1-3/4 in. tall EXC	$85.00
800C		Railroad Crew	BARCLAY (U.S.A.) O Gauge Railroad Crew, 1-3/4 in. tall EXC	$85.00
800P		Railway Engineering Staff	Meccano-Dinky (U.K.) Set No. 4 Engineering Staff for O gauge model railway. Five figures, each about 1-1/2 in. tall, mint in original box. Exterior of box mildly scuffed: interior pristine.	$450.00
800Q		British Railway Figures	Five Meccano-Dinky (U.K.) railway figures from Set No. 1, all but one are pre WW II. All show moderate wear. Other defects are listed in large photo caption. Sold "as is".	$88.00
800D		Railroad Figures	LINCOLN LOG (U.S.A.) Set #30 Illustrated box in good condition.7 figures, 54mm tall- mild to moderate wear.	$85.00
800E		Railroad Figures	LINCOLN LOG (U.S.A.) 8 figures 2-1/4 in. tall (54 mm) in new red box...EXC	$90.00
800F		Passenger Station	Tin litho, 9-3/4 x 3-1/4 x 4-1/4 in. No marks (Purchased in England). Mild wear. Barclay figure, 1-3/4 in. tall, not included.	$48.00
800G		Freight Station	H. FISCHER ( Nuremburg, Germany) Tin litho,circa 1908-1932. Sliding door, 7x3x4-1/2 in. Mild Wear. Johillco figure, 2-1/8 in., tall not included.	$80.00
800H		Signal Cabin	HORNBY (ENGLISH)  moderate wear. 6 in. tall	$55.00
800I		Signal Cabin	HORNBY (ENGLISH) mild to moderate wear. 6 in. tall	$65.00
800J		RR Accessories	LIONEL (U.S.A.) Pre-WW II tinplate- Eight 6-1/2 in. telephone poles, crossing warning, station clock, & 2 double semaphore signals. EXC	$150.00
800L		Train Station	Tin litho , marked "Glen Ellyn" . 3-1/2 x 5 x 4" (signal mast 7") Mild wear. Track, figure not included.	$75.00

PRINTS , framed, behind glass

List #	Photo	Item	Description	Price
1000A	Need Photo	China Station	U.S. 15th Infantry Regiment, Tientsin, China 1916: Battalion SGT Major & Lady Friend with two gossiping MPs. Military Uniforms in America Plate #290, 11 X 14 in.	$25.00
1000B	"	Zulu War 1879	24th Foot, Officers and Private Soldiers plus detail drawings of weapons and uniforms. Thin Red Line Series, Pimpernel Studios, U.K., 9 X 12 in.	$25.00
1000C	"	Zulu War 1879	"Defense of Rorke's Drift" by Lady Butler, 11 X 14 in.	$35.00
1000D	"	Zulu War 1879	"Battle of Isandlwana" by C.E.Fripp, 12 X 17 in.	$40.00
1000E	"	Crimean War Uniforms	"Types of the British Army in 1854. The Crimean Epoch". Twelve regiments depicted in color. 10-1/2X 13 in..	$40.00
100F	"	British Army in 1792	"Types of the British Army in 1792 (Fin de Siecle)". Seven regiments depicted in color. 10-1/2X 13 in..	$40.00
100G	"	1930s Naval Ships	25 Players cigarette cards depicting ships of various nations in the pre-WW II era. 23 by 13 in frame	$110.00
100F		Grenadier Guards Band	American game and paper toy manufacturer McLoughlin Bros. 1898 Glossy Series paper soldiers. Pretty much copied from England's Raphael Tuck except that the artist mischieviously put American eagles on both drums.	$85.00

CARDBOARD AND PAPER

101H	Need Photo	Army Battery	Built-Rite Set No.20 Truck, Cannon, Soldiers & Motorcycle. Assembled cardboard put-together models of World War II. Usual mild wear of assembled models but not "played with". No box.	$125.00
101I	Need Photo	Army Raiders Victory Unit	From Built-Rite Set No. 50: Medium and Light Tanks, Jeep, Cannon Truck, Halftrack, Weapons Carrier, Armored Car.Assembled cardboard put-together models of World War II. Usual mild wear of assembled models but not "played with". No box.	$90.00
101F		Grenadier Guards Band	American game and paper toy manufacturer McLoughlin Bros. 1898 Glossy Series paper soldiers. Pretty much copied from England's Raphael Tuck except that the artist mischieviously put American eagles on both drums.	$85.00

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AIRPLANES & SHIPS

MECCANO DINKY AIRPLANES -Unless otherwise described, these metal airplane models were made in England before and/or after World War Two to 1/200 scale. Dinky catalog numbers are listed as 1st item in description columns.

102C		Fairey "Battle" Medium Bomber	60s. Repainted and re-decaled
102D		Bristol "Blenheim" Bomber	62d. Pre-war (scarce), fully original, mild wear, 3-1/8 in. wingspan	$40.00
102E		Hawker "Hurricane" Single-Seater Fighter	62h. Pre-war 2nd version (retracted wheels,scarce), black & white underside, moderate wear-no decals	$35.00
102F		Hawker "Hurricane" Single-Seater Fighter	62h. Pre-war earliest version (wheels down, rare), black underside, EXC	$75.00
102G		Fairey "Battle" Medium Bomber	PlayArt-Not Dinky, repainted	$5.00
102H		Vickers-Supermarine "Spitfire" Fighter	62e Pre-war (scarce), repaired partial fragment only. AS IS	$2.00
102I		Hawker "Tempest"	70b/730. Mild wear, decals damaged.	$15.00
102J		Hawker "Hurricane"	PlayArt-Not Dinky. Retracting wheels, repainted and re-decaled	$5.00
102K		"Two Seater Fighter"	66c. In 1940, 60c Percival "Gulf" was renumbered and issued in a now rare camouflage version. Most of rudder missing, landing gear repaired O/W EXC	$85.00
102L		Avro "York" Transport	70a/704. Repainted, no decals, wingspan 6-1/4 in.	$20.00
102M		"Mercury" Floatplane	63b/700. Mild and Mild to mod. wear, decals intact. Have two:	$50.00 each
102N		Sikorsky "Clipper III"	60W. American flying boat. Repainted. No decals	$25.00
102O		Vickers "Viking" Transport	70c/705. Repainted and propellors replaced. Wingspan 5-1/2 in.	$15.00
102P		Hawker "Hunter"	736. Mild wear to decals O/W EXC	$15.00
102Q		English Electric "Lightning"	737. Mild wear, particularly to wing decals.	$12.00
102R		DH 10 "Sea Vixen"	738. EXC	$20.00
102S		Boeing B-17 "Flying Fortress"	62g. Post-WW II Reissue. Moderate wear to paint and decals. Wingspan 5-5/8 in.	$75.00
102T		Junkers JU 89 Heavy Bomber	67a. Militarized version of 62n JU 90 Air Liner. repainted & re-decaled. Wingspan- 6-1/4 in.	$30.00

MISCELLANEOUS AIRPLANES

102A		Lockheed Hudson Bomber	Palitoy (England) plastic representation of the American bomber as used in the British Royal Air Force in WW II. Imprinted "PaliToy...MADE IN ENGLAND....LOCKHEED BOMBER".Five inch wingspan. Model is soiled and is missing dorsal gun turret and one propeller blade but is an unusual and I think rare model of the same plane in which Errol Flynn and Ronald Reagan made their escape after inflicting grievous damage on the Nazis in "Desperate Journey"!	$25.00
102B		Diecast Bomber	Probably made by Erie (U.S.A.). Repainted and decaled in early WW II livery. White rubber tires, 6" wingspan. EXC	$25.00

CELLULOID SHIPS

103A		Battleship	Cage-masted U.S. Battleship circa 1920s, 8-1/2 in. long, EXC	$25.00
103B		Battleship	Cage-masted U.S. Battleship circa 1920s, 5-1/2 in. long, EXC	$20.00

104A		Transport	3-1/2 in. long, mild wear to paint, mainmast missing. As Is-	$20.00
104B		Old Cruiser	3 in. long, moveable wheels	$24.00
104C		Aircraft Carrier	6-1/4 in. long	$25.00
104D		Destroyer	4 in. long	$15.00
104E		Old Battleship	5 in. long	$25.00
104F		Submarine	3-3/8 in. long, Periscope missing, Superstructure probably repainted. As is-	$5.00
104G		Light Cruiser	6-1/4 in. long	$25.00
104H		Aircraft Carrier	Similar to U.S. Lexington Class, 4 in. long	$25.00
104I		Cruiser	3-1/2 in. long	$20.00
104J		Battleship	Similar to cage-masted U.S. types of WW I, 4-1/4 in. long	$25.00
104K		Submarine	2-1/2 in. long, Mild paint wear.	$10.00
104L		Destroyer	Left-marked MADE IN FRANCE and FRANCE, mild paint wear and deck soiling	$15.00
104M		Destroyer	Right-marked FRANCE only, EXC	$20.00
104M		U.S. AIRCRAFT CARRIER	Nice diecast model of USN Lexington Class carrier. Marked C.B.G. FRANCE, 5-7/8 in. long	$30.00

WRECKED GALLEON

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16th Century Sailing Ship

Beached wooden folk-art pirate ship or treasure galleon with appropriate shipwreck damage. Two feet long. Two metal anchors and Pirate figure 54 mm (2-1/4 in.) tall included.

$135.00

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