What military reference books do you stock?

Our reference section includes identification guides for badges, medals, edged weapons, and firearms. Key titles cover British Army cap badges, medal ribbons, bayonet patterns, and unit numbering systems. These are essential tools for collectors identifying and valuing items.

Which reference books are best for beginner collectors?

For beginners, we recommend starting with a general badge reference like Westlake's guide to British Army cap badges, a medal reference covering the orders of wear, and an Osprey Men-at-Arms title covering your period of interest. These provide the foundation for informed collecting.

Reference Books | Military Collectables | Jeremy Tenniswood Militaria

Firearm Blueing and Browning
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Firearm Blueing and Browning. A firearms publication. Of interest to the military historian.
British, North Africa: Focus on Armour Camouflage and Markings, No. 2
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British, North Africa: Focus on Armour Camouflage and Markings, No. 2. A military history publication. Recommended for collectors and enthusiasts.
The World Encyclopaedia of Model Soldiers
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The World Encyclopaedia of Model Soldiers. A reference publication. Essential reading for the military book collector.
British Bayonet Letters Patent, 1721-1961
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British Bayonet Letters Patent, 1721-1961. An informative edged weapons book. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
The Complete Book Of Police And Military Motorcycles
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The Complete Book Of Police And Military Motorcycles. An informative military history book. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
Pocket Fruit Knives
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A edged weapons title covering Pocket Fruit Knives. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
Parachute Wings
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Parachute Wings. A reference publication. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
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Swords for Sea Service (2 Volume Set)
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A edged weapons title covering Swords for Sea Service (2 Volume Set). Of interest to the military historian.
Collecting Edged Weapons of the Third Reich Volume IV (Second Edition)
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Collecting Edged Weapons of the Third Reich Volume IV (Second Edition). A edged weapons publication. Recommended for collectors and enthusiasts.
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Orders and Decorations of all Nations: Ancient and Modern, Civil and Military (Second Edition)
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Orders and Decorations of all Nations: Ancient and Modern, Civil and Military (Second Edition). A military history publication. Of interest to the military historian.
Collecting the Edged Weapons of the Third Reich Volume V
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A edged weapons title covering Collecting the Edged Weapons of the Third Reich Volume V. Recommended for collectors and enthusiasts.
Badges and Insignia of the British Armed Services
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Badges and Insignia of the British Armed Services. An informative reference book. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
Orders and Decorations of all Nations: Ancient and Modern, Civil and Military (Second Edition)
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A military history title covering Orders and Decorations of all Nations: Ancient and Modern, Civil and Military (Second Edition). Recommended for collectors and enthusiasts.
For Conspicuous Gallantry – The Register of the Conspicuous Gallantry Medal 1855-1992
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For Conspicuous Gallantry – The Register of the Conspicuous Gallantry Medal 1855-1992. A reference publication. Of interest to the military historian.
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Collecting Edged Weapons of the Third Reich Volume III
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Collecting Edged Weapons of the Third Reich Volume III. A edged weapons publication. Recommended for collectors and enthusiasts.
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War Medals of the British Army & How They Were Won
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War Medals of the British Army & How They Were Won. An informative military history book. Of interest to the military historian.
Who’s Who 1959
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Who’s Who 1959. An informative reference book. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
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The Glider Pilot Badge
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A 20th century military title covering The Glider Pilot Badge. A valuable addition to any military library.
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The Luftwaffe Ground Combat Badge
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The Luftwaffe Ground Combat Badge. An informative 20th century military book. Essential reading for the military book collector.
The Knight’s Cross with Oakleaves, 1940-1945: Biographies and Images of the 889 Recipients (Volume 1 & 2)
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The Knight’s Cross with Oakleaves, 1940-1945: Biographies and Images of the 889 Recipients (Volume 1 & 2). A military history publication. Essential reading for the military book collector.
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Confederate Revolvers
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Confederate Revolvers. A firearms publication. Essential reading for the military book collector.
Lindsell’s Military Organization and Administration, 27th Edition
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Lindsell’s Military Organization and Administration, 27th Edition. A military history publication. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
Greek Coins and Their Values, Volume 1: Europe
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Greek Coins and Their Values, Volume 1: Europe. An informative reference book. An informative read for the military enthusiast.
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The Distinguished Service Medal: 1939-1946
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A reference title covering The Distinguished Service Medal: 1939-1946. A valuable addition to any military library.