​Up for sale is a rare vintage British Military-issued silver-plated soup/punch ladle manufactured by Slack & Barlow Ltd. of Sheffield, England.
​This piece is officially stamped with the British Crown / Military Broad Arrow (Pheon) mark, dated 1933, and includes original military issue/contract markings (1933 S&B LTD XF 3112). Made during the interwar period, this heavy-gauge electroplated nickel silver (EPNS) ladle was manufactured for British military or naval mess halls.
​Maker: Slack & Barlow Ltd. (S & B LTD), Sheffield, England
​Markings: British Military Broad Arrow stamp, 1933, S&B LTD, XF 3112
​Era: Interwar / Pre-WWII (1933)
​Material: Silver Plate / EPNS (Electroplated Nickel Silver)
​Overall Length: Approx. 11.5–12 inches
​Weight: 8.36 oz (approx. 237 grams)
​Condition:
​Good vintage/antique condition with normal surface wear, fine scratching, and light tarnishing consistent with age and military mess hall use. No major dents or structural damage. Displays a beautiful natural patina, or can be polished depending on collector preference. Please review all photos for exact condition and detail.
​Ships promptly and securely packaged via USPS Ground Advantage.