KEEPING OFFICERS IN PRACTICE.
It is very important that all Officers, when trained as machine gunners, should be given opportunities of practice and of handling a section. Thus they will be ready to take over the section at any time, if required.
A Silver Model of a Maxim Gun.
War Trophies & Souvenirs
The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company have a selection of designs open for inspection or special designs can be prepared by expert artists free of charge. Shells, fuses and other War Souvenirs can be mounted in suitable manner at moderate prices. Estimates can be given for any work to be undertaken. Catalogues and Photographs sent on application.
The
Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company, Ltd.,
Jewellers to H.M. The King.
112, Regent Street, London, W.
No Branches.
TRADE MARK.
GEO. CORDING LTD.
GUARANTEED
WATERPROOFS
By Appointment To H.M. The King.
WATERPROOF
TRENCH COAT
| Lightweight | 90/– |
| Medium | 105/– |
| Heavy | 105/– |
| Fleece Linings | 45/– |
| Without Rubber | } Write for Prices. |
| „ (lined Oil Silk) | |
(Write giving chest measure and length required.)
WATERPROOF
BOOTS & WADERS
OVERALLS, OILSKINS
CAMP & HOSPITAL EQUIPMENT
Geo. CORDING Ltd.
Phones:—
Regent 3738
Gerrard 6327.
125, REGENT STREET 16, NEW BOND STREET London, W.1.
PIPE & McGILL,
LTD.
27, Maiden Lane, Bedford St.,
Strand, London, W.C. 2.
Actual Manufacturers
of Officers’ Uniforms
since 1868.
❧ ❧
Price List on Application.
❧ ❧
BEST MATERIAL AND
WORKMANSHIP ONLY.
Phone: Gerrard 3657.
Telegrams: “WEFT, RAND, LONDON.”
The Rimasop Trench Coat
Made by the old-established Bond Street House of Rimell & Allsop, this coat embodies the suggestions of British Officers who have fought in France and Flanders since the beginning of the War. War experience has proved its practical value. Officers are invited to avail themselves of the experienced services of Messrs. Rimell & Allsop in the selection of any kit, either for Ceremonial occasions or for the Front.
A 16–page booklet will be sent post free to any address by
Rimell & Allsop,
Sporting & Military Tailors,
54, New Bond Street, London, W.
WRIGHT’S
Coal Tar
SOAP
is now known as the
Soldiers’ Soap.
It Soothes, Protects, Heals.
Bournemouth, 1916.
Dear Sirs,
I am sending you an extract from my son’s letter (he is on active service, somewhere in France). I wrote asking if I should send him vermin powder, and his reply is: “DON’T SEND ANY VERMIN POWDER, THANKS; I USE WRIGHT’S COAL TAR SOAP, THAT’S AS EFFECTIVE AND MUCH MORE PLEASANT.”
It seems to me a unique and spontaneous tribute to your soap.
Yours truly, S.....
4½d. PER TABLET.
B.S.A.
RIFLES
AND
SIGHTS
The very extensive B.S.A. rifle and sight plant is at present exclusively engaged in the manufacture of service pattern arms for the War Department. The production of the various B.S.A. target and sporting rifles and sights will be resumed as soon as the pressure due to the war eases off.
There are still remaining in stock a few rifles of ·250, ·300, ·310, and ·32/20 bore.
WRITE FOR DETAILS, POST FREE.
B.S.A. Rifle “Safetipaste”
THE “NO TROUBLE” RIFLE BARREL PRESERVER.
Abolishes the arduous process of scrubbing out rifle barrels. The bore of the barrel has merely to be coated with the preparation. Acid and other products of combustion at once rendered quite harmless. Rifle may safely be put aside for any period. Simply wipe out the bore before firing again. Its polish may be even more brilliant than before.
Sold by all Gunmakers at 1/– per tube.
Inventors and Sole Manufacturers:—
THE BIRMINGHAM SMALL ARMS CO., LTD.,
BIRMINGHAM.
H. Graham Bennet,
Uniform Specialist,
58, Moorgate Street, LONDON, E.C.
Telephone No.: LONDON WALL 205.
Estimate for Outfit for Second Lieutenant of Infantry
on joining Unit (Home Service).
| £ | s. | d. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Service Jacket, whipcord material | 4 | 14 | 6 |
| 1 pair Collar Badges for ditto | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| 1 pair Knicker-breeches, whipcord material | 1 | 10 | 0 |
| 1 Service Jacket, fine grade serge | 3 | 10 | 0 |
| 1 pair Collar Badges for ditto | 0 | 6 | 6 |
| 1 pair “Slacks” to match | 1 | 5 | 0 |
| British Warm Coat (Lined Woollen Plaid) | 3 | 15 | 0 |
| 1 pair Gilt Stars for shoulders of ditto | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| Sam Browne Belt, fine grade, with two braces, frog, holster, pouch, etc., complete | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| Cap and Badge | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 1 pair Spiral Puttees | 0 | 7 | 6 |
| Haversack | 0 | 7 | 6 |
| Water Bottle | 0 | 12 | 6 |
| Whistle and Lanyard | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| Great Coat Carrier, best grade sling and swivels | 0 | 8 | 6 |
| 3 Best Quality Khaki Flannel Shirts at 10/6 | 1 | 11 | 6 |
| 6 Collars to match at 1/6 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| 2 Khaki Silk Knitted Ties at 2/6 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 22 | 19 | 0 | |
| Wolseley Valise and Camp Kit complete | 7 | 10 | 0 |
| 30 | 9 | 0 | |
| Infantry Pattern Burberry Coat | 3 | 13 | 6 |
| £34 | 2 | 6 | |
Strictly Net Cash.
NOTE.—The above figures are a quotation for the complete outfit, and do not refer in every case to separate items.
All the above articles of best materials, best cut and style and sound workmanship.
Full detailed price list and list of regiments, etc., for which outfits have been supplied, can be had on application.
Speciality—Promptitude.
BENSON’S
LUMINOUS
“Active Service” Watch.
VISIBLE AT NIGHT.
WARRANTED TIMEKEEPERS.
| Silver Crystal Glass, | £3 3s. |
| Silver Hunter or Half Hunter, | £3 15s. |
| Gold Crystal Glass | £8 0s. |
| „ Hunter or Half Hunter | £8 10s. |
| Others in Silver from | £2 10s. |
Fine quality lever movement, fully luminous figures and hands, and extra heavy Screw case (special to our make).
Illustrated Lists of Wristlet Watches, Rings (with size card), Watches, Chains, Jewels, etc., post free.
62 & 64, LUDGATE HILL, E.C. 4, and 25, OLD BOND STREET, W. 1.
ALWAYS WEAR “SWAN-STRIPE” Pyjamas.
Will not shrink.
Known throughout the world as Swan & Edgar’s Pyjamas.
REFUSE
SUBSTITUTES.
“MERCERISED”
(thin), 6/11 3 for 20/–
CEYLON WOOL,
Medium Weight, 6/11
3 for 20/–
BEST WOOL MIXTURE,
12/6 3 for 36/–
HEAVY PURE WOOL,
18/6 3 for 54/–
PURE SILK,
21/– 35/– 45/–
We hold the largest stock of Pyjamas in London.
ALL PYJAMAS SENT POST FREE IN U.K.
Height and Chest Measurement required.
Swan & Edgar
LTD.
Regent Street and Piccadilly, London, W.
is particularly valuable for use on the Field, in the Hospital, in the Canteen and in Training
It aids and increases nutrition and stimulates and builds up strength to resist climatic changes; it is invaluable for all who have to undergo exertion either to promote fitness or to recuperate after fatigue.
OXO, Ltd., Thames House, London, E.C. 4.
Don’t forget to take
BRYANT & MAY’S
“KAMPITE”
SAFETY TRENCH COOKER
NO SPIRIT NO LIQUID
SAFE, CLEAN & RELIABLE
Complete with collapsible stand and six fuel blocks.
Made by BRYAN & MAY, LTD.,
Manufacturers of the celebrated
‘Brymay’ Safety Matches & Swan Vestas
Smart Yet Dependable
Prior to the invention of THE TIELOCKEN, a Weatherproof combining the smart Service appearance requisite to the Soldier, with such protective powers as would enable it to resist the heaviest downpour and keenest wind, may be said to have been non-existent.
In every case one quality had to be sacrificed for the benefit of the other, and to-day
THE TIELOCKEN
is the only Service top-coat that successfully unites both these essential characteristics.
Its design ensures that, from chin to knees, every vulnerable part of the body is doubly protected.
It affords effective security, yet is healthfully self-ventilating—excludes heavy rain, yet is free from rubber or other air-tight fabrics—is airylight, and yet warm in chilly weather.
Another advantage is its quick adjustment. A belt holds securely—no buttons to fasten.
NEW KIT
BURBERRYS supply well-tailored Uniforms in Burberry-proofed cloths, suitable for any part of the world, as well as every detail of equipment.
Officers’ Complete Kits in 2 to 4 Days or Ready for Use.
Illustrated Military Catalogue Post Free.
BURBERRYS Haymarket LONDON
8 & 10 Boulevard Malesherbes PARIS; Basingstoke and Provincial Agents
The Best Boots
for
Active Service
are
Faulkners’ Norwegians
in their
Special Service Leather.
The Smartest Boots
for
Home Service
are
Faulkners’ Field Boots.
Write for Descriptive Booklets of Boots, Leggings and Spurs; also Self-Measurement Apparatus if unable to call.
Faulkner & Son
SPECIALISTS IN SERVICE BOOTS & LEGGINGS.
51 & 52, SOUTH MOLTON STREET, LONDON, W. 1.
And 26, Trinity Street, Cambridge.
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Should perish; and to evil and to good
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Armoury of the invincible Knights of old:
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Of Earth’s first blood, have titles manifold.”
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Price 6d. net, post free 7d.
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| A FEW PRICES. | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| £ | s. | d. | |
| Whipcord F. S. Jacket | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Slacks | 1 | 12 | 6 |
| Bedford Cord Riding Breeches | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Service Cap | 0 | 15 | 6 |
| British Warm from | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| Sam Browne Belt and Shoulder Strap | 1 | 7 | 6 |
By Appointment to H.M. The King.
THRESHER & GLENNY
152 & 153, STRAND
LONDON, W.C. 2.
Estd. 1850.
Elvery’s Ltd.
“Waterproof” Trencher
☛ ELVERY’S TRENCHER is made of “Triple-proofed” fabric without the aid of Oilsilk or Cotton, and is unsurpassed as a reliable “Trench Coat.”
¶ “Land & Water” says: “it is a good coat worthy of the consideration of all officers in need of a really reliable coat.”
Best make & finish, special value, 4½ gns.
Active Service Waterproof, 3 gns.
(Guaranteed Stormproof.)
☛ Elvery’s are waterproof Experts, and are replete with all Waterproof Kit Requirements, Boots, Leggings, Gloves, etc.
Complete War Office Kit, £7 10s.
J. W. ELVERY & CO., Ltd., Waterproof Specialists,
ELEPHANT HOUSE, Estd. 1850,
31, CONDUIT STREET, LONDON, W.
(One door from New Bond Street), And at DUBLIN & CORK.
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