This beautiful instrument is a perfect example of old school craftsmanship and features some unique characteristics!
It would be the the perfect decor piece to dispaly in your home, lodge or cabin!
After more than a century the banjolin remains in used condition. Due to time and use it acquired a worn patina which only adds charm to it in my eyes!
Except of minimal treatment I decided to leave the banjolin in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it.
Measurements:
total length: 60 cm
width body: 24 cm
It was made in France in the 1950’s. Designed for harh winters this jacket was traditionally called a ‘Canadienne’ and features a sheepskin lining and detachable sheepskin collar.
Not only is it very comfortable and warm, its design is also rugged and timeless making it the perfect winter coat!
After 70 years the coat remains in worn condition and shows signs of wear.
Over the years the leather acquired a nice patina that only adds charm to it!
The sheepskin collar shows some bald spots and there’s a small hole in the leather belt.
The leather is cleaned and treated with leather grease.
Measurements: (Size XL)
Chest width: 63 cm
Shoulder width: 55 cm
Back length: 80 cm
Sleeve length: 64 cm
This beautiful piece of folk art was traditionally hand carved out of hard wood in Lugano – the Black Forest area of Switserland.
It’s a real piece of local craftsmanship and was shaped like an eagle that can break open walnuts by closing its mouth.
This unique piece would be the perfect addition to any collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than a century this piece acquired a nice patina that only adds to it’s rough charm!
This beautiful instrument was built by the Dutch Amka luthier company which became famous for making professional quality stringed instruments.
It is a perfect example of old school craftsmanship featuring some unique characteristics and also comes with its original gigbag.
This unique instrument would be the the perfect decor piece to dispaly in your home, lodge or cabin!
After almost a century the mandolin remains in used condition.
Due to time and use it acquired a worn patina which only adds charm to it in my eyes!
Sadly two of its tuners are missing. Considering its condition I don’t think the mandolin can still be played but can only be used for decoration.
Measurements:
total length: 63 cm
width body: 26 cm
Vintage 1944′ Swiss army issued cowhide mountaineers rucksack,
also know as the Haaraffe tornister and became a classic in our collection!
These very rucksacks were introduced to the Swiss Army in 1898 and
remained unchanged until 1950 because of their decent design.
The bag features multible compartments inside that can be folded open and a small compartment on front.
The rucksack has an outside covering made of cowhide, this is from where
the bag got it’s German nickname ‘haaraffe tornister’, which means ape backpack.
The inside of the backpack is lined with canvas.
After 80 years the tornister remains in worn condition and shows some traces of wear as it stood the test of being used for years.
Some of the hairs have come off of the cow skin outer lining but it doesn’t show any bald spots.
There is a small hole in the skin cover of the front pocket.
Measurements:
Height: 46 cm
Width: 27 cm
Depth: 13 cm
Antique early 1900’s Black Forest folk art bear figure
This antique figure was traditionally hand carved out of a single piece of hard wood in the Swiss city of Luzern in the Black forest area. It’s a fine example of the great craftsmanship the area got famous for and shows beautiful details like its tiny glass eyes! The figure was designed to hold a pen in its paws.
This figure would be the perfect decor piece to display on your desk or in your cabin!
After more than a century the carving only shows minor signs of wear.
In my eyes the patina it acquired over the years only adds more charm to it!
This beautiful instrument was built by the Italian Eko luthier company which became famous for making and exporting professional quality guitars and other stringed instruments worldwide!
It is a perfect example of old school craftsmanship featuring some unique characteristics like several types of wood that were worked into the back of it’s body and pearl details in the headstock.
Underneath the head the banjo equipped with a pickup that can be plugged into an amp.
This unique instrument can still be played but it would also be the perfect decor piece to display in your cabin or lodge!
Considering its age the banjo remains in used, but good & playable condition!
Due to time and use it shows some minor signs of wear.
Except of minimal treatment I decided to leave the banjo in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it.
Measurements:
total length: 88.5 cm
length neck: 58 cm
width body: 33 cm
This instrument was built by the Dutch luthier company of Egmond and dates back to the 1950’s.
This old boy has some bluesy roots!
This unique guitar would be the perfect decor piece to display on the wall of a bar, cabin or mancave!
After 70 years the guitar remains in good condition but shows signs of wear and use.
The patina it got due to many years of playing only adds to it’s character by giving it this relic look!
The action is a little high which makes it hard to play.
Except of minimal treatment and replacing the strings I decided to leave the guitar in its original condition and leave it up to the next owner to either keep it that way or fully restore it.
Measurements:
Total length: 102 cm
Width body: 36 cm
This bag was used by hunters to carry small game and cartridges.
It features a cover made out of moose hide, an attached powder horn – decorated with a carved moose, and a horn handle knife that fits into the leather strap of the bag. The leather shoulder strap is adjustable in length.
The bag can still be used as an unique handbag but would also look great displayed in your cabin, lodge or trophy room!
After almost a century the bag still remains in good condition but shows minor signs of use!
The leather is treated with leather grease.
Measurements:
Width: 23 cm
Height: 24 cm
Depth: 8 cm
This victorian deer head was hand carved in the 1800’s and shows elegant details and shapes.
It’s an unique curiosity that would be the perfect decor piece to display above the fireplace, in your cabin or lodge!
After more than a century the carving still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Over the years it acquired a nice patina that only adds charm to it!
Measurements:
Height: 39 cm
Width: 26 cm
Depth: 17 cm
This vintage bag was issued by the swiss military and was used to carry around maps.
Made of sturdy saddle leather it was designed to last for years!
It featuring a leather shoulder strap.
This stylish small size handbag would be perfect for daily use!
After years the bag still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear. The patina it acquired over the years only adds charm! It stood the test of being used for years and will last just as long!
The leather is cleaned and treated with leather grease.
Measurements:
Height: 18 cm
Width: 26 cm
Depth: 6.5 cm
