Military enthusiasts gather for Scottish collectors’ event

The Scottish Military Vehicle Group (SMVG) hosted their eighth annual Military Swap Meet at the Institute Hall, Bridge of Earn.

Regarded as the only sale of its kind in Scotland, it provided an opportunity for military enthusiasts and collectors to buy items of militaria, military vehicle parts, tools, books and other collectables.

There was also an indoor diorama of military interest on display plus another display of military vehicles outdoors.

The club actively raise funds for the Army Benevolent Fund (ABF) and there was a range of ABF merchandise on sale.

The group’s membership is spread over the whole of Scotland and they support events such as Armed Forces Day, Remembrance Day, regimental and veteran reunions as well as military and vintage vehicle events held throughout the country and Europe.

Due to the dearth of some rare vehicles in Scotland, members are often asked to provide vehicles for film work.

There has been a growing trend for vehicle owners to provide a display or diorama based on their vehicles.