Military Antiques! WW1 Officers Collars, POW Milk Tin, Ontario Regiment Battle Dress, Black Watch

00:00 – Introduction to Recent Military Antique Finds
01:02 – British Machine Gun Corps WW1 Officers Collars Review
02:21 – Identifying Authentic British Made Ontario Regiment Shoulder Title
04:08 – Recognizing Fake vs Real British and Pakistani Military Patches
05:41 – WW1 Five Year Service Stripes and Siberian Expeditionary Force History
07:00 – World War 1 1915-Dated Soldier's Writing Kit Overview
08:12 – POW Milk Tin with Original Contents and Its Historical Importance
09:30 – Post-Korean War British Army Boots and Wartime Display Options
10:42 – Mint Condition Canadian WW2 Helmet with Two-Tone Net Explained
12:06 – Home Front Tins and WW1 Oxo In Cubes Military Rations
13:22 – 73rd Battalion Black Watch Canadian WW1 History Booklet
14:18 – British Army WW1 Mortarman Knee Pads and Broad Arrow Markings
15:00 – RAF WW1 1916 Duffel Bag and Ontario Regiment Battle Dress Uniform

Discover an exciting new batch of military antiques and historical collectibles in today's latest finds at Military Antiques Toronto. 🪖 From WW1 British Machine Gun Corps officers collars to authentic Ontario Regiment shoulder titles, this video dives deep into real military artifacts packed with history and significance. Whether you're passionate about Canadian military history, WW1 militaria, or original POW collectibles, there's something here to enrich any serious collection.

We start by showcasing an impressive set of British Machine Gun Corps WW1 officers collars. The quality and craftsmanship of these historic pieces offer a perfect example of original wartime militaria. Collectors looking for rare WW1 artifacts will appreciate the detail and preservation of these officers insignias. Moving forward, Dave explains how to distinguish authentic British made Ontario Regiment shoulder titles from common Pakistani and Indian reproductions. Knowing how to spot angled stitching versus "spaghetti stitching" is crucial for anyone collecting British or Canadian military patches.

Next, we feature an exceptional WW1 Five Year Service Stripe believed to be associated with the Siberian Expeditionary Force. Collectors of WW1 uniforms and service insignia will love the preservation and rarity of these historical military badges. Following that, Dave presents a World War 1 1915-dated soldier’s writing kit—a unique personal kit item that would have accompanied a soldier through the trenches, protected postcards, and preserved memories during wartime service.

One of the highlights includes an unopened POW milk tin produced by the Borden Company of New York. Unlike the common empty tins, this rare POW food ration still contains its original contents, offering a tangible connection to the experiences of British and Canadian prisoners of war during WW2. Finding a POW tin with contents intact is a rare opportunity for serious military collectors and historians alike.

We then take a closer look at a pair of British boots dated 1954. While post-Korean War, these boots offer a great alternative for collectors setting up wartime displays without the high cost of true WW2 boots. Next, Dave introduces a pristine Canadian Lamp Company WW2 helmet complete with an unusual two-tone (or three-tone) net. This helmet’s mint condition, original liner, and 1942 date make it an essential addition to any Canadian military collection.

Adding depth to the home front artifacts, Dave presents a selection of WW1 Oxo tins, explaining how the specific labeling "Oxo in Cubes" distinguishes genuine WW1 versions from later WW2 editions. Original military ration tins like these offer fascinating insight into the daily life and logistics of soldiers during the Great War.

The journey continues with an original 73rd Battalion Black Watch history booklet, highlighting their role in key battles like Vimy Ridge. Collectors of Black Watch memorabilia and Canadian Expeditionary Force history will find this piece invaluable. Authentic wartime documents like this offer an irreplaceable view into the unit's heritage and sacrifices.

We also showcase British WW1 mortarman knee pads featuring broad arrow stamps and pressed felt construction. Essential for soldiers operating mortars, these protective pads reveal the often-overlooked aspects of soldier comfort and battlefield necessity.

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