The author is artist David Gibbings MBE. Founder member of the Guild of Aviation Artists and Senior Engineer on numerous projects at Westlands including the Lynx World Speed Record.

This little booklet is the perfect accompaniment for the poster by the same name which commemorates the event when, on the evening of August 11th 1986, a Westland Lynx helicopter flew at 400.87 kph (249.1mph) over a 15km course at Sedgemoor, near Glastonbury, Somerset, breaking the existing world speed for any helicopter.

The artist, David Gibbings, was Head of Department at this time and concluded his illustrious career as Chief Flight Test Engineer at Westlands in 1993.

 Limited copies available.

The artist is David Gibbings MBE. Founder member of the Guild of Aviation Artists and Senior Engineer on numerous projects at Westlands including the Lynx World Speed Record.

This exceptional picture commemorates the event when, on the evening of August 11th 1986, a Westland Lynx helicopter flew at 400.87 kph (249.1mph) over a 15km course at Sedgemoor, near Glastonbury, Somerset, breaking the existing world speed for any helicopter.

A record it still holds in its class.

Signed by

Limited Edition of 850

A carefully embroidered badge commemorating the deployment of the F-35B on HMS Queen Elizabeth and HMS Prince of Wales.

Diameter: 10cm

Rabaul wasn't a battle or single action, but a sustained campaign to eliminate a powerful Japanese fortress with a garrison of 100,000 men. Lessons were learned during this campaign which informed the course of future campaigns in the Pacific.  This book contains a wealth of information, diagrams and archive images.

Paperback.

These lovely floral remembrance scarfs come in 2 colourways.

Comfortable and warm to wear, the perfect accessory for day or evening wear. Whether  a remembrance event or just a walk in the countryside.

Dimensions: 100cm x 180cm

...to remember those who gave their lives above, on and under the waves.

These mugs are a subtle and elegant way of remembering the many service men and women who lost their lives as a result of world conflict. Not just on Remembrance Day, but every day.

The images alone are poignant, or you can choose a design that includes the poem 'Remember the Poppies of the Sea'.

Remember the Poppies of the Sea

No grave to mark the man.
No cross, alone or serried ranked,
No poignant blooms to salute the loss or the love
Or the tragedy of fading memories.
 
On steel steed and white horsed plain they did their duty.
They fought and gave and gave their all and,
when all was done, they took the sea's embrace.

Somewhere, a gypsy ripple monument roams tirelessly still,
A metamorphic headstone.
Improperly anonymous.
Incongruously humble.  
 
​Named and nameless, fathers and sons, warriors all.
Now fathoms deep, at peace on pillows of softest sand.
Their drifting spirits but gentle shadows, dancing forever with sunbeams.
 
At the going down of the sun
And in the morning
Remember the poppies that grow on the wind harrowed meadows of the sea.

The mugs are high quality.

Handwash recommended
330ml capacity.

These beautiful enamelled remembrance brooch's are both simple and elegant. Available in both a gold or silver tone.

Size: H:4cm x W:3cm

Also, matching Poppy silver tone flower small stud earrings, with hand finished red enamel petals and black crystal centre.

These poppy studs are presented on a recycled paper gift card (as shown), packed in biodegradable bags and then placed in an eco-friendly envelope (also shown).

Size: (L) 7mm x (W) 8mm

The Poppy flower is a symbol of remembrance and a peaceful future.

Perfect for Remembrance Sunday & Armistice Day.

Formed in 1941 with a complement of Fulmars, 809 NAS and was involved in actions on the Russian convoys and the Mediterranean and later, flying Seafires, such operations as Pedestal, Avalanche, Torch and Dragoon before being deployed to engage in the recovery of Rangoon and British Malaya and Sumatra. 

After the war they transitioned to Sea Hornets and then Sea Venoms in time to be involved in the Suez Crisis.

Later they converted to Buccaneers (including for the British Honduras/Belize 'incident').  and then, ultimately, decommissioned in 1978. The Falklands War saw 809 briefly recommissioned to fly Sea Harriers to great effect. Decommissioned in December 1982, 809 is now, once again, an operational Naval Air Squadron flying the formidable F-35B.

With all their noise and power, jet engines are awesome and dramatic. They can be just as awesome and dramatic after they have ceased in their primary role. This unusual lamp was once the flame tube from a Rolls Royce military jet engine.

Flame tubes allow fuel to be injected into the high pressure air and be completely burned before entering the turbine. Without flame tubes, there would be no place for fuel combustion to take place.

These examples have been carefully hand polished, mounted on a hand turned wooden base and fitted with a colour adjustable LED bulb. Perfect for some very unusual atmospheric lighting!.

Great lighting and great talking piece and you can be sure that your neighbours won't have one.

For Star Wars fans, you may wish to checkout IG-88, the assassin droid in The Empire Strikes Back, whose head bears a remarkable resemblance to a flame tube!

Plinths may vary.

Height 66cm
Stand diameter 25cm
Weight 7.6 kg Postage Weight 11.5 approx.

Ever felt lost? These might help.

Unusual feature items for display or desk. Fascinating complexity

The whole unit rotates in a very satisfying way on its hand turned wooden plinth as do some of the revealed internal parts.

The standard model is a DGI while the Mk 48 is a Gyro Magnetic compass,

18cm x 25cm x 20cm

WWI was a time for pioneering in the science of using aircraft in warfare. Perhaps surprisingly, the Royal Naval Air Service played a major role on the Western Front and in many other theatres of war at the same time as it was also mastering the challenges of flying aircraft from ships at sea. A marvellously detailed look at technology and tactics in flux.

Paperback.

Once the Fleet Air Arm took delivery of modern performance aircraft its pilot's made an impression in all theatres of war. This well researched book gives details of pilot's, battles, aircraft, ships and campaigns and highlights the contribution of the Fleet Air Arm in WWII.

Paperback.

Something to wear with pride whether current or ex serving personnel or just a supporter. 

Approx 9cm diameter

ONLY The round patch badge has a velcro reverse.

The Royal Naval rum was measured in half-gill tots and variously diluted, often into a two-gill (half-pint) measure. Our measures are made in the time-honoured way - from skilfully hand-beaten brass which is copper-plated, polished and then lined with silver to neutralise taste. Practical as well as ornamental.

Height 2"

There is so much history in a crest that may have proudly adorned a ship for decades (or even centuries). These are the original high quality embroidered badges that were officially supplied to Royal Navy and Fleet Air Arm establishments. 

Approx 13cm tall

Drawing on rare, historical photography and specially commissioned artwork, Matthew Willis explores the heroic feats of the few Royal Navy’s obsolescent biplanes that stood between the state-of-the-art Axis warships and their objectives.

Focusing on the technical specifications of both opponents, using original records, and detailed armament and cockpit views, this book explores the key attributes and drawbacks of the disadvantaged Royal Navy torpedo-bombers against the mighty Regia Marina and Kriegsmarine destroyers and raiders, covering a wide range of sea battles, from the more famous attacks such as the strike on the Bismarck, the tragic events of the Channel Dash or the clash with the Italian battle fleet at Taranto, to less covered sea battles such as the Battle of Matapan.

Despite their powerful weaponry and heavy armour protection, the Axis warships proved vulnerable to a skillfully and audaciously flown torpedo-bomber, thanks to innovative commanders exploiting every possible advantage. Including rare personal recollections from the airmen who flew the torpedo-bombers and historical accounts from the Axis warship crews, this book describes each and every facet of this dramatic duel.

This beautiful solid brass mini tankard with a copper anchor emblem is perfect for any sailor who likes a tot of rum!

A great gift or stocking filler

Measures approx: 5cms high.

Royal College of Art-trained Paul Martin's nautical designs are colourful, witty, and thought provoking, and sure to raise a smile among fans of agile wordplay and striking imagery. This design has been used on both an apron and a tea towel.

Choose one or both!

They are 100% cotton and digitally printed, rather than screen printed, for vivid colours and crisp fine detail.

Produced by artist Nick Walmsley, this poster presents the side view of the iconic Sea Fury, showing off it's impressive figure in an accurate style.

The Sea Fury was the Fleet Air Arm's last piston engine fighter to serve in front line squadrons and engaged successfully in air to air combat with the much faster MiG15.

This aircraft is currently housed in the hangar of the Navy Wings Heritage Flight, and the sale of this poster will help keep this Sea Fury maintained.

Poster: A3

Would suit being mounted, or left as a stand-alone poster.

Signed copies are available - Lt Cdr John Beattie - CO Royal Navy Historic Flight

NB. Frame is for illustration purposes only and is not supplied.

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

The extraordinary BAe Sea Harrier FRS1 first entered service with the Royal Navy in April 1980. The aircraft is a naval VTOL/VSTOL jet fighter designed for reconnaissance and attack roles. In 1993 an improved variant of the Sea Harrier was produced as the FA.2 with a more powerful engine, improved air-to-air capabilities and weapons options. The FA.2 was produced until 1998 and continued in service until 2006 when it was replaced by the Harrier GR9. 56 FA.2 Sea Harriers were produced for the Royal Navy. These remarkable examples of innovative British engineering have served with honour in conflicts around the globe.

ZH796 was assigned to 801 Naval Air Squadron and bears the winged trident motif.

Diecast: Preassembled

The extraordinary BAe Sea Harrier FRS1 first entered service with the Royal Navy in April 1980. The aircraft is a naval VTOL/VSTOL jet fighter designed for reconnaissance and attack roles. In 1993 an improved variant of the Sea Harrier was produced as the FA.2 with a more powerful engine, improved air-to-air capabilities and weapons options. The FA.2 was produced until 1998 and continued in service until 2006 when it was replaced by the Harrier GR9. 56 FA.2 Sea Harriers were produced for the Royal Navy. These remarkable examples of innovative British engineering have served with honour in conflicts around the globe.

ZH804 was assigned to 800 Naval Air Squadron and bears the crossed swords and trident motif.

Diecast: Preassembled

...South Atlantic 1982.

The Sea Harrier and the Mirage/Dagger were entirely different types of aircraft so an analysis of the combat between the types is inevitably engrossing. The details and myriad images in the book enable you to immerse yourself in the experience of this historic aerial battle.

Paperback.