Armourers Collection

WW2 - With the W. A. A. F. - Armourers
WW2 - With the W.A.A.F. - Armourers Date: circa 1942

Hawker Hunter FGA. 74 505
Singapore Air Defence Command - Hawker Hunter FGA.74 505 (msn 41H/680085, ex XJ632 and G-9-356), on the line with armourers preparing the ADEN gun pack for removal

WW2 - R. A. F. Armourers Assembling Guns
A photograph showing a line of British WW2 Royal Air Force armourers assembling aerial guns. Date: circa 1940s

An Excellent Choice of Weapons (oil on panel)
471385 An Excellent Choice of Weapons (oil on panel) by Brunin, Leon (1861-1949); 146x196 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Armourer at Belize
Foxy-Golfs tame armourer and 2/ic contemplating the Armourers alphabet: A: I m an armourer, B: I m an armourer, C: I m an armourer, etc. etc. Date: 1990

Our Naval Brigade, Gunnery Instruction on Whale Island (HMS "Excellent") (b / w photo)
1592828 Our Naval Brigade, Gunnery Instruction on Whale Island (HMS " Excellent" ) (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Naval Brigade)

Men looking at suits of armour in a shop window (colour litho)
5999680 Men looking at suits of armour in a shop window (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Men looking at suits of armour in a shop window)

Armoury Armourer Armour Production Weapon Weapons
Helmets and breastplates being polished in a 16th century European armoury. After a print by Jan Collaert

Naval Armourers
circa 1907: Armourers and gunsmiths inspecting weapons on board the cruiser, the HMS St George, built in 1892. (Photo by Reinhold Thiele/Thiele/Getty Images)

Objects of Art and Antiquity Exhibited at Ironmongers Hall: Vintners Salt-Cellar (Left), Royal Oak Grace-Cup (Second from Left), Barber-Surgeons Cup, Presented by Henry VIII (Centre)

The Armourers and Braziers New Hall, 1850 (pen & ink and w / c on paper)
XCF267412 The Armourers and Braziers New Hall, 1850 (pen & ink and w/c on paper) by Bigot, Charles (fl.1850); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coleman Street; rebuilt 1841; ); British

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Armourers have played a vital role throughout history, from World War II to ancient battles. In the midst of war, the W. A. A. F. Armourers bravely stood alongside their male counterparts, assembling guns for the R. A. F. Their dedication and skill ensured that aircraft like the Hawker Hunter FGA. 74 505 were armed with an excellent choice of weapons. Even beyond wartime, armourers continued to serve in various capacities. From Belize to Whale Island's HMS "Excellent, " naval brigades received essential gunnery instruction from these experts. A captivating black and white photo captures this moment in time, showcasing their expertise. Armourers' craft extends beyond modern weaponry; they appreciate historical artifacts as well. Men gazing at suits of armor displayed in a shop window showcases their admiration for craftsmanship through a colorful lithograph. The production of arms is central to an armourer's trade, whether it be assembling guns or creating intricate weapons themselves. This attention to detail is evident even in art forms such as frescoes depicting historic battles like La Higueruela's 1431 Battle found within the Hall of Battles. Not limited to military settings alone, it also contribute to preserving objects of art and antiquity exhibited at Ironmongers Hall - such as the Vintners Salt-Cellar - highlighting their diverse skills and knowledge. In recognition of their importance throughout history, The Armourers and Braziers New Hall was established in 1850 as a testament to their craftmanship. A pen & ink watercolor on paper beautifully captures this architectural marvel.