Canada, United Kingdom. A ‘Booby Trap’ No. 3 Hinge Type Release Switch, 1942 Auction An iron cross paty with

An iron cross paty with magnetic core and silver frame

inside lid lined in black satin and padded

Belt Buckles

1940s-1950s (in gold-coloured bullion wire with light blue embroidery

measuring 45 mm x 17 mm

Canada, United Kingdom. A ‘Booby Trap’ No. 3 Hinge Type Release Switch, 1942 Auction An iron cross paty withA rare, genuine Second War British No. 3 Mk I release switch, in metal casing with hinge and single spring action intact, measures 77 mm (w) x 53. 5 mm (h), exhibiting light wear to exterior, remains very fine. Footnote: Designed for the Special Operations Executive, this single spring type was intended for triggering the detonator attached to the charge when a 150 pound pressure was applied and released. Based on purchase location, this item was