Just added a new "T" to the collection and I thought I would share. For me finding a matching early "T" (with an Mk I or II scope) is a challenge due to the way they were imported into the country and sold and the fact that many were upgraded over service.
This example seems to have escaped, a 1943 BSA AL series rifle with a Mk I HBM, all matching with can (chest does not match, 1944 dated "PI Cambridge"). It was used, the can is well worn, the outside lid rifle markings are almost gone with the exception of a "4" from the s/n. Inside the label is intact but it appears some range calibrations were noted and then scratched out over time.
The rifle appears pretty close to original as it left H&H. The front handguard might have been replaced, as it does not match completely in color. The scope mount has been s/n'd and pads staked. No "T" on the body, eyeshade still on the scope, and the reason why I stated time capsule. It appears the front trigger guard screw is still staked in place, so she has not been taken apart since she left the service.
The only sad part is that the bore was not properly cleaned and has some pitting.
Does anyone know the maker of the chests? PI Cambridge. I also have chests by: EG & SON 1945, A of E H Ltd, B&IN Ltd., and VCB&S Ltd (letters may be incorrect, some are very hard to make out)
