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    If the cross piece adjacent to the oculars does...

    If the cross piece adjacent to the oculars does not have a nose relief, i.e., symmetrical from end to end, they are likely mid-19th century.
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    I've used low concentration hydrogen peroxide...

    I've used low concentration hydrogen peroxide from the drug store for years on antique leather and wood. Catalase in the mold will cause the H2O2 to oxidize and kill the mold. The residue is H2O...
  3. Very interesting, thank you for posting. How did...

    Very interesting, thank you for posting. How did clean your recoveries? Was there any safety concern about intact ordinance and detonation?
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    Now that is creepy.

    Now that is creepy.
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    I've had a few relics in my collection over the...

    I've had a few relics in my collection over the years with only one remaining, 12mm pinfire revolver. I really like this one. Nice find!
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    THE LAST OF THE DOUGHBOYS, Richard Rubin

    Just finished this read and was pleasantly surprised by the insight given by the author, not only to the those he interviewed, of course, but all the ancillary events, prejudices and dispicable...
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    You may want to post your photos and info request...

    You may want to post your photos and info request here <http://forums.gunboards.com/forumdisplay.php?52-Firearms-Of-The-Rising-Sun> BTW, I spend much time going between these two great forums for...
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    "FREEDOM'S FORGE", Arthur Herman

    Great story answering my question of how the heck the USA was able to ramp up and produce the materials needed by the Allies to with WWII on two major fronts. Essentially, we were the "benefactor"...
  9. "OPERATION PAPERCLIP, What Happened to Nazi Scientists", Anne Jacobsen

    This is A newly published book with references to include newly released documents now unclassified. I've wondered about various post scripts to WWII for many years. This certainly answered the...
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    Not common, but, here in Maryland it is not...

    Not common, but, here in Maryland it is not uncommon to find Civil War period swords made into corn knives at farm sales, auctions, antique malls and shops. I've also seen "fighting" and camp...
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    M1 Carbine Type I Push Safety, Which One?

    My Inland serial #105XXX now has a flip safety that I want (I think) to replace with a push Type I. According to Reich (?) both Inland and Winchester used a knurled safety with the Inland having a...
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    That is an amazing, skillful and artful...

    That is an amazing, skillful and artful restoration; thank you for sharing! The detail description of the "journey" and photos were great. Having been down similar projects and related activities...
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    Here's a link to a Kerr NoBuckl for an '03 that...

    Here's a link to a Kerr NoBuckl for an '03 that would look good. <http://forums.gunboards.com/showthread.php?306892-WTS-Muzzle-covers-M1-Grenade-Launcher-ADDED-Bulldogs>
  14. First carefully remove as much as can by scraping...

    First carefully remove as much as can by scraping with a toothpick or something similar that won't mar the surfaces. Then, saturate the verdigris and surrounding area with benzene or naptha. I use...
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    The skill level, artistry and execution on that...

    The skill level, artistry and execution on that piece is phenomenal! My original weapons in my collection are all military configuration (I hope and think) but that piece really caught my eye. ...
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    Value? Value Range: Relic MKII Hand Grenade, Inert

    Trying to make room for other "dust collectors". The fuse of this otherwise intact example was blown out as well as one of the segments. Other than that it is in good shape for what it is with very...
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    And I thought I was the only one interested in...

    And I thought I was the only one interested in military cups! Very interesting. I actively collected Civil War for many years. i like a well rounded collection, thus, personal items to include tin...
  18. Fake?! The date is critical in that it must not be later...

    The date is critical in that it must not be later than latest manufacturing year. I can't remember what that date is at the moment but I believe it to be 1913. I've only seen one on th loose priced...
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    [QUOTE=RC20;252906]The 2 R means its the two ...

    [QUOTE=RC20;252906]The 2 R means its the two grove Remington that did not work out and you should ship the stock to me ASAP before someone finds out!

    Probably a typo (I'm very experienced),...
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    I finished cleaning this up without total...

    I finished cleaning this up without total disassembly as I mentioned before having taken some photos to share. I'm quite pleased. Eagle/number are all Remington as well as a capital "R" correctly. ...
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    I clean them. First I remove any loose dirt with...

    I clean them. First I remove any loose dirt with a soft brush, wipe with dilute Murphy's Soap on a damp cloth, dry and buff with another dry soft cloth. I make no attempt to steam out dents...
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    After reading two books, examining a few at area...

    After reading two books, examining a few at area gunshows and some experience with other firearms I felt comfortable taking the plunge. I agree with your comment about the posting. There were a...
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    Yes, I agree that it is a simple thing to clean...

    Yes, I agree that it is a simple thing to clean the bore and address an important question to many. I haven't had any time to date to clean it up [I]other than the bore. I patched it, brushed it...
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    Remington M1917 New Addition

    I just picked this up last night and have not had the time to go through it in detail. From what I've read it appears to be in its original as built configuration having no re-work stamps, correctly...
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    Thank you very much for all the information! ...

    Thank you very much for all the information! Unless I missed it earlier what is the patch (rainbow, sword, flames/lightning) on the left sleeve?
    Take care,
    John
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