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Where to sell my RAF Officer’s sword?
kinloss
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I own an RAF officer’s sword, scabbard and belt, which I bought new from Wlikinson Sword in about 1988.
I would really appreciate some advice on the best way to go about selling it. A few searches on Google have not been all that helpful.
I would really appreciate some advice on the best way to go about selling it. A few searches on Google have not been all that helpful.
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A lot of local auction houses hold militaria sales, that would be my first point of contact0
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Yep, another vote here for a good local auction rooms - they'll probably have an idea of how much it's likely to make as well.
Just make sure you're aware of the fees......0 -
I'd echo above and suggest a local auction house.
Also try Googling it and see if anyone has sold one recently so you have a guide.
The advantage of an auction house is that there are a number of restrictions on selling it and they will cover that for you..0 -
I'd echo above and suggest a local auction house.
Also try Googling it and see if anyone has sold one recently so you have a guide.
The advantage of an auction house is that there are a number of restrictions on selling it and they will cover that for you.
Do take note of RFWs post, the restrictions on selling blades really precludes a lot of places, and it may be that only a bricks and mortar auction, or a specialist shop are the only places.I’m a Forum Ambassador and I support the Forum Team on the eBay, Auctions, Car Boot & Jumble Sales, Boost Your Income, Praise, Vents & Warnings, Overseas Holidays & Travel Planning , UK Holidays, Days Out & Entertainments boards. If you need any help on these boards, do let me know.. Please note that Ambassadors are not moderators. Any posts you spot in breach of the Forum Rules should be reported via the report button, or by emailing forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com.All views are my own and not the official line of MoneySavingExpert.0 -
It might be worth going to Cranwell to see if they sell second hand swords, or through one of the specialist outfitters/sword suppliers.0
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Is this a collector's item, or something a serving RAF officer would need as part of, say, a ceremonial dress uniform? If the latter, would it make sense to try and sell direct to someone currently serving in the RAF?0
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Ask advice from pprune.org.uk the professional pilots ' forum. There is military thread on there.0
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Thanks, everyone; your kind ideas and guidance is much appreciated.0
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These auctioneers sell militaria
https://www.warwickandwarwick.com/departments/medals-decorations-and-militaria0 -
I may be interested as I'm serving in the RAF. Give me a shout buddy.0
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