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Lot 108
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the United States Nuclear Ship ' N.S Savannah ' which was the world's first nuclear weapons ship. With cutaway sections of the hull to include; the engine rooms & power room & with lifeboats to port & starboard. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 27cm x 74cm x 19cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 119
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Fred Olsen liner ' M.V. Blenheim '. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 19cm x 31cm x 11cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 13
A good WWII Second World War medal group belonging to a 885773 Gunner E N Stinchcombe , Royal Artillery. Comprising of Stinchcombe's: 1939-45 Star, Africa Star, Italy Star, Defence Medal, War Medal and Territorial Efficiency medal. Along with copies of his record card, and various other badges / patches etc, all relating to Stinchcombe. Within an associated box.
Lot 130
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the United States Navy's ' U.S.N. Nautilus ' which was the world's first nuclear submarine. With cutaway sections of the hull to include; engine room torpedoes, communication rooms, canteen, meeting room & personnel quarters. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 24cm x 59cm x 16cm. Also to include photographs of Brain with the model, photos of the model on display & The Model Engineer Exhibition Diploma Of Merit award certificate date August 1954. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 145
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the cargo ship ' SS Nonsuch 1906 '. The model is decked & equipped with lifeboats present to port & starboard. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 23cm x 66cm x 17cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 165
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Royal Navy aircraft carrier ' HMS Ark Royal ' 1985 with detail to include fighter jets, lifeboats & Royal Navy helicopter. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 28cm x 66cm x 19cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 200
An incredibly rare and important glass plate negative photograph of William Barnard Rhodes - Moorhouse taken shortly before takeoff in what was the first ever recorded Commercial Aircraft flight in history. From an accompanying newspaper article (copy): ' On the day William Moorhouse was granted his Royal Aero Club Certificate he flew to Northampton to collect a consignment of shoes from Messrs Barratt's for delivery to Hendon. This was hailed..as the first commercial use of an aeroplane .' The glass plate negative depicts Moorhouse looking back at the photographer whilst seated in his Bleriot aeroplane with an assembled crowd gathered behind. The lot is accompanied by some contact-prints taken of the negative in the mid 1970's by a family member. It is believed this image is unique and never-before-published (or seen). An incredibly rare part of aviation history. Measures approx; 6.5" x 5" During the First World War, Moorhouse went on to be the first airman to be awarded the Victoria Cross medal. When war was declared, he volunteered for the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) though he had not flown for two-and-a-half years. With a shortage of experienced pilots on the Western Front, Rhodes-Moorhouse was posted to 2 Squadron at Merville, France, on March 21, 1915. His squadron flew the Blériot-Experimental (BE) 2a and 2b aircraft, designed by the Farnborough-based Royal Aircraft Factory, which were sturdy machines but with a maximum speed of just 70 mph at ground level. On April 26 1915, the RFC was ordered to bomb the enemy’s railway network to prevent reinforcements reaching the front lines. Rhodes-Moorhouse, who had been due some much-deserved leave, was instructed to bomb the strategically vital railway junction at Courtrai – one of three targets for just four aircraft. At 3.05 pm, he took off alone from Merville, having been asked to release his 100lb bomb from just below cloud level. However, after making the 35-mile flight, he dropped down to 300ft to ensure a direct hit. He was greeted with a volley of rifle and machine-gun fire, a burst of which perforated his aircraft’s fuselage and smashed into his thigh. At the same time, fragments from his own bomb ripped through the wings and tailplane. Badly wounded and in great pain, Rhodes-Moorhouse had two options: land behind enemy lines, surrender his valuable aircraft, receive medical attention and become a prisoner of war; or try to limp back to base with his aircraft and the valuable intelligence he had gathered. Choosing the latter, he dropped a further 200ft to gain speed and again encountered heavy fire, leading to two new wounds to his hand and abdomen. Despite his appalling injuries, he managed to steer his aircraft home, crossing the Allied lines. At 4.12pm, eyewitnesses saw Rhodes-Moorhouse’s aircraft approaching. He just cleared a hedge, switched off the engine and made a perfect landing. Two officers lifted him from the battered aircraft, which had 95 bullet and shrapnel holes. He was taken to a nearby office, where he insisted on filing his report while his wounds were tended. Rhodes-Moorhouse was then moved to a casualty clearing station, where it was discovered that a bullet had ripped his stomach to pieces. He was given painkillers and it soon became apparent that he was dying. At 2.25pm, with a recently delivered letter from his wife on his pillow and his friend Blake at his side, Rhodes-Moorhouse died. At the time, Field Marshal Sir John French, the British commander, said the pilot had been responsible for “the most important bomb dropped during the war so far”. (taken from an article published in The Telegraph, 29th April 2013). Note: from a fascinating collection of aviation photographs which also feature in lots: 28, 200 and 330. All once belonged to Albert William Eley, Mayor of Milton Keynes in 1978 who had a keen interest in aviation history, particularly in the Milton Keynes area.
Lot 207
Two rare vintage Fencing Epee's / foils / swords. Both having belonged to Olympic medal winning Fencing champions. The first with the bell guard impressed for ' E Mangiarotti ' (Edoardo Mangiarotti was an Italian fencer. He won a total of 19 Olympic titles and World championships, more than any other fencer in the history of the sport. His Olympic medals include one individual gold, five team golds, five silver, and two bronze medals from 1936 to 1960) and the other with the handle impressed ' Kulcsar ' (for: Krisztián Kulcsár is a Hungarian fencer, who has won two Olympic silver medals in the team épée competition. He became world champion in 2007.) Both appear in fair used condition, with various markings to the underside. From a private collection of fencing memorabilia.
Lot 218
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the cargo liner ' M.V. St. Essylt '. Some damages to mast & lines, but appears to be complete with lifeboats present. On wooden mount, with plaque. Measures approx 45cm wide & 16cm deep. Also to include a photograph of the model on display & The Model Engineer Diploma Of Merit award certificate dated 5th October 1951. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 221
A mixed collection of militaria items to include; a good First World War WWI silver plated box - engraved to the top with a soldier's postings from 1914-1935 (Starting at Sandhurst and ending in Sialkot ), a Polish Long Service Medal, various enamel badges ( British Legion, Blood Donor etc), cap badges, buttons etc. Good interesting mix of items.
Lot 230
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of John Cabot's ' Matthew ' with full rigging, flags & lifeboat. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 43cm x 61cm x 29cm. Also along with photographs to include; Brain laying an anchor shaped wreath with newspaper cutting & photograph from of the Merchant Navy Association Memorial in Bristol when it was unveiled by HRH Princess Anne, Princess Royal in May 2001. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 244
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the first steam turbine powered steamship ' Turbinia ' with blue ships flag & lifeboat. On wooden mount. Measures approx 41cm wide & 14cm deep. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 245
A German WWII Second World War Iron Cross medal spange / bar. Depicting the Third Reich eagle and Swastika motif, with the date 1939 beneath. L/22 code to rear. Cased. (Provenance unknown - buyers are reminded for the need to satisfy themselves as to originality and condition prior to bidding).
Lot 256
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of The Last Liberty ' SS Jeremiah O`Brien ', complete with on deck weaponry & lifeboats. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 21cm x 55cm x 16cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 263
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the British Victorian submarine ' Resurgam ' with cutaway section of the hull showing inner engine. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 16cm x 29cm x 9cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 268
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Royal Navy Midget Submarine HMS X7 with cutaway sections of the hull to include; engine room & living quarters. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 24cm x 50cm x 14cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 274
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the first Royal Navy submarine ' Holland I ' with a cutaway section to the hull of torpedo room with large torpedo. On wooden mount, with plaque. Measures approx 53cm wide & 21cm deep. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 279
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Isbrandtsen cargo ship ' SS Flying Enterprise ', with mast, crows nest, bridge & port & starboard lifeboats. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 26cm x 57cm x 16cm. Also to include a photograph of the model on display. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 286
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Royal Navy WWII Second World War ship ' HMS Belfast ' with flags & lifeboats present. On wooden mount. Measures approx 52cm wide & 14cm deep. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 295
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of ' Her Majesty's Yacht Britannia '. With Royal Standard flag present to central mast & lifeboats to port & starboard. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 23cm x 59cm x 17cm. Also along with photographs of Brain's model ships on display & being viewed by HM Queen Elizabeth II & The Duke Of Edinburgh in the 1950's. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 303
A group of medals relating to the same family - all relating to a Mrs Pike of Fishponds Road, Bristol. Comprising of her husband's WWII Second World War medal trio ( War, 39-45 Star and Air Crew Europe Star ) and her father's WWI medal pair ( War & Victory ) - awarded to a 117115 Gunner W. E. Beane , Royal Artillery. Mrs Pike's husband was killed in action when his plane was shot down, so the medal box is addressed to Mrs Pike. Accompanying the medal group is a ' Souvenir Programme ' for a Grand Concert held onboard ' HT Oronsay ' February 1942 (Oronsay was sunk just a few months later by torpedo), and a Dinner programme from 45 Air School 1941 signed by attendees. An interesting group of medals.
Lot 305
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Royal Navy ship ' HMS Warrior ' with Red Ensign flag to stern & lifeboats. On wooden mount. Measures approx 58cm wide & 23cm deep. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 316
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Royal Navy WWI First World War ship ' HMS Campbeltown '. Funnels, masts & lifeboats all intact. On wooden mount, with name plaque. Measures approx 46cm wide & 14cm deep. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 32
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Canadian Pacific Liner ' SS Empress Of Britain ' with mast flags, lifeboats & Canadian Pacific flag to funnel. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 23cm x 58cm x 18cm. Also to include The Model Engineer Exhibition Award Of Merit certificate date August 1964. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 37
Four assorted WWII style Nazi German Third Reich ID dog tags & medals to include; Staatliche Kriminal Polizei 418 disc, Geheime Feldpolizei 544 disc, SS Swastika medal & other. NOTE: From a private collection of German militaria comprising of both genuine and replica items. Where possible we have stated ‘original’ or ‘replica’ but buyers are strictly reminded to satisfy themselves prior to bidding as to authenticity / condition irrespective of the description.
Lot 39
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M, of the cargo ship ' Pamela Everard ' with highly detailed bridge. On wooden mount. Measures approx 31cm wide & 11cm deep. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 425
An original WWI First World One medal pair comprising of War Medal & Victory Medal belonging to 2227 Spr. W.H. Osborne of the Royal Engineers. Within their original box, with ribbons. Also to include a WWII Second World medal group & boxed Defence Medal, assumed to belong to his sons H.D Osborne & E.G. Osborne. Medal group comprises of; Defence Medal, 1939-1945 Medal, The Pacific Star & 1939-1945 Star. All on their ribbons, on bar.
Lot 5
An original WWI First World War medal group, belonging to a 282043 Sapper J Fielden, Royal Engineers. Comprising of his Victory Medal, War Medal and his Methodist religious cross with bars for 1918 & 1919. Accompanying the medal group is Fielden's bar, with oak leaf (for being mentioned in despatches) and the relevant certificate; ' Royal Engineers 282043 Spr. J. Fielden 2nd Sig. Coy was mentioned in despatches...dated 16th March 1919... for gallant and distinguished service on the Field... '. Interesting medal group.
Lot 506
A collection of original WWII Second World War & related uniform cap badge & accessories comprising of; Royal Engineers cap badges & buttons, ribbon bars, The Border Regiment cap badge, Nazi German 5, 10 & 50 Reichspfennig coins & First World War ' For Long Service & Good Conduct ' medal belonging to 1852566 SJT. C. Brown of the Royal Engineers.
Lot 6
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of Isambard Kingdom Brunel's ' SS Great Britain ' with cutaway sections of the hull to include; the engine room, First class dining saloon, passenger cabins, cargo hold & lifeboats present to port & starboard. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 29cm x 60cm x 17cm. Also along with an image of Brain on the SS Great Britain with his model. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 91
A museum quality scratch built finely detailed model by James Brain, B.E.M of the Bristol City Liner ' SS Boston City ' 1920 with British Red Ensign flag, port & starboard lifeboats & Bristol City Line ' Blue Star ' emblem to funnel. Within a custom made presentation cabinet, with plaque. Case measures 23cm x 49cm x 13cm. James Brain B.E.M. was a local Bristol model shipbuilder who served in Merchant Navy as cook, then later Chief Steward from 1935 on leaving school. When the Second World War broke out, he applied to join the Royal Navy, but was told to stay put. He did so until his retirement in 1981. During the Second World War he served on both the Atlantic & Malta Convoys. When he had spare time on many of his long sea voyages, he would make his highly detailed model ships & submarines to include the N.S Savannah, M.V Blenheim & many others. James Brain was award his B.E.M. ( British Empire Medal ) in 1943 when he was serving on the Malta Convoys on King Line Ship ‘ King Edwin ‘ which was sailing from Alexandria to Malta, carrying much needed supplies. Whilst docked in Valetta Harbour on the 26th April 1943, the ship was bombed. The ship rapidly caught on fire & it was for his valiant efforts in fighting the fire over two days that he was awarded the British Empire Medal. Throughout his life, Brain continued to make his model ships & submarines when at sea & displayed them at many events, some of which were attended by Members of the Royal Family, including HM Queen Elizabeth II & Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. He also went on to win many awards when attending the Model Engineer Exhibitions throughout the 1950’s & 1960’s.
Lot 48
Sir Henry William Bayntun (1766-1840) signed letter dated 22nd July 1804, to 'certify the principal officers and commissioners of His Majesties Navy that no stores were lent or bought' during the time he commanded the Leviathan from 22nd July 1803 to 22nd July 1804, the letter also mentions that shrouds and backstays were not shifted or topmasts lost in the said time. The letter mentions Will Rudgley and Alex Mowbray acted as Boatswain and Thomas Chris Speck and James Avory were carpenters during the mention time. One sheet 16.5cm x 20.5cm Admiral William Bayntun commanded H.M. Leviathan as part of Nelson's fleet at the battle of Trafalgar, for his part in the battle Bayntun was awarded the Gold Trafalgar medal and Sword of Honour.
Lot 56
Queen's South Africa Medal with three clasps to include Cape Colony, Orange Free State and Transvaal, awarded to 4041 PTE. A. WELDON, ROYAL SCOTS. with replacement ribbon, together with two facsimile medal rolls for the 3rd Battalion, the Royal Scots confirming the soldier's medal and clasp entitlements and also showing that he was entitled to the South Africa 1901 date clasp which is not present.
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