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Vintage 30’s leather tool bag
This bag was presumably used by a mechanic to carry his tools.
The bag was made of strong saddle leather and features one large compartment and a shoulder strap.
This stylish bag would still be perfect for daily use!
After almost a century the bag shows signs of wear and use.
Some of the stitching has come loose but have been repaired with pieces of wire.
The rugged patina it got over the years only adds to its character by giving it a rough touch!
The leather has been cleaned with saddle soap and treated with grease afterwards.
Measurements:
Height: 27 cm
Width: 36 cm
Depth: 11.5 cm
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This antique pistol was found in an old barn on the Italian island of Sicily and appears to have a special connection to the local history! Made sometime in the 19th century, this weapon should originally have had two much longer barrels and a stock as this once was a double barrel percussion rifle. With its stock and barrels sawed off combined with some other makeshift adjustments, the rifle was converted into a pistol making it useless for hunting, but suddenly a much more efficient weapon for short ranges in an urban environment!
Nicknamed ‘the Lupara’, literally meaning ‘for the wolf’ and referring to it’s original hunting use, makeshift pistols and shotguns like this one were often used by gang members of the Sicilian Mafia!
Considering its background, this weapon was most likely used for criminal, Mafia related practices and might even have taken lives.
Because of its dark past, mixed vibes remain attached to this rare relic though I still consider it a true piece of history that would be the ultimate collectors item to the real Godfather fan!
After more than a century the pistol remains in worn condition and shows a patina obtained due to use and time. It’s not in functional order, it can’t be used to fire anymore.
Measurments:
Length: 32 cm
Height: 18 cm
Width: 5 cm
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Vintage 60’s Canadian moose antlers
These large matching antlers were brought from British Columbia were the moose was shot.
The original hunting tag is still attached to one of the antlers saying ‘B.C. moose elk 60’ which presumably indicates that the animal was shot in 1960.
This impressive set would be the perfect decor pieces to display above the fire place or on the wall in your cabin, lodge or man cave!
After more than 60 years the antlers remain in worn condition and show a nice patina.
Measurements:
height: 81 / 75 cm
width: 59 / 54 cm
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Vintage 1950′ Levin Model 46 mandolin
This beautiful instrument was built by the Swedish Levin 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 the birch flat back and sides, spruce top and walnut fingerboard with pearloid dot inlay.
The top of the headstock shows the model number and serial number of 237271, indicating that the mandolin was built in 1950.
This unique instrument can still be played but it would also be the perfect decor piece to any lodge or cabin!
Considering its age the banjolin remains in used, but good condition!
Due to time and use it shows a beautiful worn patina with tiny cracks in the surface of the spruce top! Signs of use like these only add to the instruments character in my eyes!
Measurements:
total length: 63.5 cm
length neck: 38.5 cm
width body: 22.5 cm
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Vintage 1944′ traditional wooden snowshoes
These ‘bear paw’ snowshoes were handmade by Snocraft Inc. Norway – Maine.
They were issued by the US army during the second world war to the 10th Mountain Division who fought in the Italian alps in 1944!
Their design was inspired by the craftmanship of native americans and feature traditional rawhide latticeworks stretched around wooden frames.
These iconic snowshoes would be the perfect decor pieces for above the fire place, or on the wall of your cabin, lodge or man cave!
After more than 70 years they remain in worn condition and show signs of use and wear. They have been generally cleaned and treated with antique wax to give the surface a protective layer and a subtle glossy finish. All leather parts have been treated with grease.
Measurements:
Length: 72 cm
Width: 32 cm
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Vintage Swedish moose skull with antlers
This moose was found dead or killed in Sweden. The antlers are equipped with a system with metal pins that makes them dismountable, making it easy and compact to ship the skull!
This skull would make an impressive decor piece to hang above your fireplace or in your cabin or lodge!
It remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear. Sadly the nostural bones broke off but were glued back on, this is only noticeable if you look closely.
Measurements:
Height: 96 cm
Width: 86 cm
Depth: 48 cm
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Vintage 60’s Eko 8-string banjolin
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.
This unique instrument can still be played but it would also be the perfect decor piece to any lodge or cabin!
Considering its age the banjolin remains in used, but good 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. The banjolin currently is in playable condition but might need new strings.
Measurements:
total length: 70 cm
length neck: 39,5 cm
width body: 31 cm
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Vintage 70’s display case with mounted leg bones of a pony
This specimen has been used for education in a Dutch high school for almost 50 years.
It was mounted and made by the Polish company of Biofiz that was specialized in manufacturing biological models and specimens.
This piece would be the perfect addition to any taxidermy collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than 50 years the display case still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Measurements:
Height: 47,5 cm
Width: 23 cm
Depth: 13 cm
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Antique 19th century American whale flensing knife
This crude blade was hand forged in the mid 1800’s and served a messy purpose.
It was made in New Bedford and was used in the Nantucket whaling industry to cut off blubber in the decompositioning of a killed whale.
Although I hope we all agree that hunting these majestic creatures is a horrible occasion, the whaling industry has been very important to the American history and economy. Back then the oil that was obtained from whales was used to produce many everyday products such as lamp oil, candles, and soap and therefor was essential. Sadly overhunting the arctic seas for centuries has been devastating to the populations of many whale species. Because of its dark past, mixed vibes remain attached to this rare relic though I still consider it a true piece of history that comes with loads of adventurous tales!
It’s crudely hand-wrought and forged in iron with a cone to attach a wooden handle.
This relic would be an unique piece to add to your whaling collection or cabinet of curiosities!
Even after almost two centuries this knife still remains in good condition! The iron surface of the blade only shows some minor wear due to use and time.
Measurements:
Length: 33 cm
Width: 23 cm
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Vintage 70’s cat skull in display case
This specimen has been used for education in a Dutch high school for almost 50 years.
It was mounted and made by the Polish company of Biofiz that was specialized in manufacturing biological models and specimens.
This piece would be the perfect addition to any taxidermy collection or cabinet of curiosities!
After more than 50 years the display case still remains in good condition and only shows minor signs of wear.
Measurements:
Height: 12,5 cm
Width: 15 cm
Depth: 11 cm
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Antique 19th Dutch century whale flensing knife
This sharp sickel shaped blade was hand forged in the mid 1800’s and served a messy purpose.
It was used in the Dutch whaling industry to cut off blubber in the decompositioning of a killed whale.
Although I hope we all agree that hunting these majestic creatures is a horrible occasion, the whaling industry has been very important to the European history and economy. Back then the oil that was obtained from whales was used to produce many everyday products such as lamp oil, candles, and soap and therefor was essential. Sadly overhunting the arctic seas for centuries has been devastating to the populations of many whale species. Because of its dark past, mixed vibes remain attached to this rare relic though I still consider it a true piece of history that comes with loads of adventurous tales!
It’s crudely hand-wrought and forged in iron with a cone to attach a wooden handle.
This relic would be an unique piece to add to your collection or cabinet of curiosities!
Even after almost two centuries this knife still remains in good condition! The iron surface of the blade only shows some minor wear due to use and time.
Measurements:
Length: 41 cm
Width: 24 cm
Diameter cone: 4.5 cm
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Antique late 19th century French compass multitool
With multiple functions the “Parisienne” was a clever & ideal survival tool in the late 1800’s;
once folded out it can be used as binoculars, features a compass and a small mirror that can be used for making fire and signals.
It’s an unique curiosity that would fit in any collection or would be the perfect gift for the hiking fanatic!
The tool is in a good, functional condition. It still points north easily!
After more than a century it’s case, mirror and glass cover show an used patina.
Measurements;
Diameter compass: 4 cm
Length tool: 10 / 8 cm
Width (folded open): 10 cm
