The Armourer The Armourer is a bimonthly magazine is the bible of military enthusiasts. The magazine which began publication in 1994 provides its readers with articles on armor weaponry insignia uniforms medals & all things military. There is also coverage of military festivals shows & exhibits at museums & historical battlefields. It does not matter which historical conflict or battle you have an interest in
- it is likely to be covered in The Armourer. The glossy color publication has articles on military memorabilia from the Great War World War II Zulu War Boer War & more. Check out the photos of bayonets & firearms & battle dress. There is a column called ‘ Ask the Armourer’ where readers can submit questions about military items they have in their collections. The focus of The Armourer is multipurpose. The publication fills a need for historians & those interested in the strategy of battle it also is of interest to collector of militaria collecting including antique collectors museums & hobbyists. The detailed photos & historically accurate articles also appeal to military re-enactors. The regular features in The Armourer include news items a trade directory a list of upcoming shows & exhibits & reviews of past exhibits lists of competitions & in depth interviews & articles. Articles in past issues include a look at the significance of war graves in remembrance of heroes an examination of the German Tiger Tank & the army field uniform of the Czechoslovak People’s Army. For miniaturists there is a essay on the world of miniature bayonets from Switzerland by Roger Evans. There are also book reviews information on upcoming auctions & collectors club meetings. If you are a collector of military memorabilia or have an interest in military history then a subscription to The Armourer is a must have.