Lithgow No1 MkIII* HT Sniper Rifle Survey

[fergs]

Thanks that hit the spot, Gives me a very good idea of where the old girl came from and some of her histroy. Once again thankyou for that.

Regards
Fergs

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[JerryB08]

Call Unertl in Mar's PA. They are reopened under a differant owner a US Officer. Same workers. I would be FLOORED if they wouldn't be interested and I don't think they would charge that much to replicate the lenses for an authentic historical sniper rifle. GOOD LUCK!

[JerryB08]

I know this is a little off Topic. I was able to Purchase a MUEs sight no1 improved off of Ebay recently. It is in great shape for the age. When I bought it I really didn't know what it was. Any how I have done a lot of research to identify the model. The interesting thing about this sight is that it's Stamped MUES twice where it's supposed to be one on top of the other. Would that effect the value? and heck what is the value of this site. I am positive it is authentic. It's not the only thing I have with 100 year old bluing.. Thank you

[Son]

Hi, JerryB08.
If you post this in the main forum threads below you should get a few responses. There are a couple of aperture sight collectors here who can fill you in on all the details. Also mention about the lenses below, too.

[jb303]

pics to come as soon as i work it out

[jb303]

Here are some pics of my new purchase 1916 Lithgow High mount.

It took a while to get one.

[jb303]

Here are some better larger photo's

Sorry guys I am terrible at this.

JB303

[tbonesmith]

Looks like a beauty.

[Badger]

I purchased what I believe is a Mk III* HT sniper.

I would greatly appreciate if you or any of your followers could verify this for me.

Hello Hank and welcome to the forums ...

Pictures would be useful and help you get more informed opinions ...

Also, check the MKL and compare yours against the hundreds of close up pics displayed for both versions of the HT snipers.

1917/1945 No.1 MkIII* H.T. Sniper Rifle (Short Bracket)

1916/1945 No.1 MkIII* H.T. Sniper Rifle (Medium Bracket)

Hope that helps...

Regards,
Doug

[Son]

Hank, you need to check the serial number again, mate... too many digits in that one. From the little you have said here, it may be a genuine HT, there are serial numbers 84466, 84486 and 84866 on the list of rifles converted... if so, the first was completed and sent to store on 13th feb 45 and had a medium scope bracket. Second one store date 20th of aug /45 and had a short bracket, third store date 16th nov 45 and also was a short bracket.

Let us know what you find