Boer War “carved” firearms – Author Dave George seeking new examples
I know there are a number of milsurps.com members who have Anglo-Boer conflict firearms sitting in their collections, so want to let you know that Australian author/researcher Dave George, who has completed two volumes of his book “Carvings from the Veldt” is now working on producing a third volume of the book. As a result, he is looking to track down as-yet undocumented examples of firearms personalized by participants in the Anglo-Boer war.
Since producing the second volume, he’s found an additional 90 or so firearms so personalized, and is very keen to hear from the owners of any others that do not already appear in one of the earlier volumes.
If you’ve read his books you know that he profiles not only the LL/DWM Mausers used by the OVS and ZAR combatants, but any rifles, carbines or handguns used by either side in the conflict. Some of these have elaborate carvings, and other much simpler indications of ownership.
More information can be found on his website at www.boerwarcarvings.bravehost.com. That page includes an email link so you can reach Dave electronically. He’ll be interested in photos of your carved firearms as well as other details (serial number? Bolt matching?)
Note: I have no financial interest in the sales of Dave's books. I own his books, have been in email contact with him about my OVS mauser and have offered to help spread the word about his search.
And, for fun (and to keep this thread bumped), why not post your Boer War arms here too. :thup:
