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0:00 Canadian Guards military antiques collection arrival, Canadian Guards sword, Wilkinson blade history
1:42 Canadian Guards wooden plaque, brass plate removed, York County Murphy’s engraving, regimental heritage
3:10 Canadian Guards officer sword without scabbard, Wilkinson spine number research, Elizabeth II etching
5:02 Canadian Guards cross belt plate, officer sword belt attachment, rare Guards insignia discovery
6:36 Canadian Guards officer cufflinks, converted collar badges, Canadian Guards officer stars with maple leaf center
8:15 Canadian Guards cufflinks, officer’s cap badge, sterling silver miniature lapel badge rare find
9:42 Royal Canadian Regiment cap badge, staybright economy badges, RCR collar insignia, military collectibles
11:05 Canadian Airborne Regiment cap badges, Bredner Montreal badge maker, Lemond Montreal issue, airborne regiment history
13:02 Canadian Airborne Regiment belt buckle, airborne regiment buttons, DEU insignia, airborne regiment disbandment
14:26 Canadian Airborne Regiment jump wings, bullion padded para wings, early pilot’s wings, airborne parachutist badges
15:52 Canadian pilot wings collection, bullion wire pilot badge, combat pilot wings, Scully Montreal pinback pilot wings
17:10 Force Mobile Command badge, Army Cadet enamel lapel badge, Army Air Corps miniature gold filled wings
18:05 Canadian Guards miniature lapel badges, helicopter lapel pin, Canadian Decorations medal CD with bar, Captain W.A. Brocklehurst
18:55 WW1 Canadian Field Artillery medals, Knights of Columbus war activities badge, Canadian Guards officer’s mess menu covers, Drum Major’s manual, collection summary
The video begins with a Canadian Guards wooden plaque crafted by Murphy’s of York County, a rare engraved piece that carries regimental pride. From there, the collection expands with a Canadian Guards officer’s sword produced by Wilkinson, complete with blade etchings of Elizabeth II and the Canadian Guards insignia. Although missing its scabbard, the Wilkinson sword still offers research potential through its serial number, connecting the piece to its original officer. Military collectors will appreciate the way swords, plaques, and insignia pieces preserve legacy through tangible artifacts. ⚔️🇨🇦
One of the most exciting discoveries is a Canadian Guards officer’s cross belt plate, an item rarely seen in collections. This officer’s belt plate represents regimental identity and heritage, traditionally reserved for Guards officers. Alongside it are officer’s collar insignia converted into cufflinks, Guards officer stars with the maple leaf center, and Canadian Guards cufflinks fashioned from uniform buttons. These unique adaptations demonstrate how soldiers often personalized insignia while keeping regimental symbols alive. Antique militaria collectors will find these Guards cufflinks and Guards stars extraordinary examples of Canadian Guards heritage.
The video also highlights Canadian Guards officer’s cap badges with beautiful untouched patina, and a miniature sterling silver lapel badge for the Canadian Guards. These small pieces, though delicate, carry immense historical value. The story continues with the Royal Canadian Regiment (RCR), featuring staybright economy badges, collar insignia, and cap badges that reflect regimental transitions in the Canadian Forces. Each badge tells a story of service, change, and adaptation within Canada’s postwar military.
From there, Dave moves into the Canadian Airborne Regiment, displaying three variations of airborne regiment cap badges: early examples, Bredner Montreal manufactured badges, and Lemond Montreal made versions. Collectors of Canadian Airborne Regiment militaria will be fascinated by these differences, as each badge connects to the storied but controversial regiment disbanded after Somalia. The collection also includes an Airborne Regiment brass belt buckle, airborne regiment buttons, and insignia linked to the DEU uniform era.
Jump wings are another highlight of this collection. The video reveals bullion padded airborne wings, early parachutist wings with red and white maple leaf variations, and even a rare Scully Montreal enameled jump wing with pinback construction. These Canadian paratrooper wings are highly sought after, and the detail shown here emphasizes their rarity and importance. Collectors will recognize the connection between airborne service, Canadian paratroopers, and regimental pride. 🪂
Pilot wings are also featured, since the officer served as a helicopter pilot. The collection includes bullion wire wings, combat pilot wings with cut-out backing, early Scully Montreal pilot wings with triple pin attachment, and standard CF pilot wings. These aviation badges connect the Canadian Army Cooperation pilots to their role in rotary wing service. Alongside these are miniature Army Air Corps gold-filled wings, proving how wide-ranging this officer’s service legacy truly was.
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