An exceptional piece of Australian military history for discerning heritage collectors. This authentic, service-issued hardwood duty piece is explicitly stamped with the unit initials R.M.V.C.H.Q., identifying it as equipment from the Royal Melbourne Regiment, Volunteer Defence Corps, Headquarters.
Formed in 1940, the VDC served as Australia’s Home Guard, mobilized to protect vital domestic infrastructure against potential wartime vulnerabilities. This artifact features the crisp, low-digit armory rack number 0039, indicating it was uniquely assigned directly to the Headquarters command staff or guard detail rather than a standard field platoon.
Turned from dense, shock-absorbent native hardwood, the piece features a classic ebonized factory finish and a traditional ring-turned grip. It retains excellent display character with minor service wear and scuffs authentic to its period of issue. The original leather wrist loop has been replaced with a durable, modern synthetic cord.
Specifications:
- Unit Markings: R.M.V.C.H.Q. (Royal Melbourne Regiment, Volunteer Defence Corps Headquarters)
- Registry Identifier: Rack No. 0039
- Era: Circa 1940–1945 (World War II)
- Material: Ebonized Hardwood
- Length: 46 cm
- Maximum Diameter: 3.3 cm
- Weight: 300 grams
Logistics:
- Pickup: Available from Thornleigh, NSW 2120
- Postage: Tracked shipping available nationwide and worldwide (calculated at checkout)
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