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Anyone seen one of these before? Purchased mine about ten years ago but can't trace the manufacturer now. Any info on the manufacturer would be gratefully received - I might try and organise a group deal if there is enough interest. The detail is spot on with its No.32 Mk3 scope.
Nigel,
I remember those being available a few years back and a couple of them have passed through my hands, wish I'd kept one now.:banghead:
I seem to recall the compay that sold them was called "Present Arms" though what ever happened to them I don't know. If you do locate them put me down for one.
Cheers,
Simon.
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Originally Posted by Nigel
Nigel, If you do find the manufacturer I would be very interested .
The last address I had for the firm was
Present Arms
Military Miniatures
5 Holmfrith Close
Belmont, Hereford
HR2 7UG
tel. 0432-276510
No doubt they have moved, but possibly they could be traced by the firm's name, unless they have closed shop.
Years ago when I visited the U.K. I bought a number of their models.
Stens, (Mk2 and Mk5)
Lancaster,
Bren
Martini-Henry
GPMG
No4
SA80 and the L86A1
And last of all a Vickers. (only five made and I have No5)
They had a SMLE in the works
I had written to them years ago but got no reply It's got to be the same firm as the wood base and supports for the rifle are identical to the ones I have.
I really would want to pick up a SMLE and their No4Mk1T
The bloke who made the originals, from which the models were made was David Lines, a civilian Armourer from 27 Command Workshops. He gave me the original brass SA80 he used for the SA80 model.
I think that the company has long gone.............................
Really a shame they aren't around anymore. Given the current number of collectors, they could have sold lots of the models.
Almost forgot, I also bought a SLR and a Lewis gun. Ran out of pound notes and finaly had to exchange green money for the stuff.
I just found the box my SA80 model came in. The address, which may be too old is:
Hampshire Armoury Ltd.
P O Box 138
Aldershot, Hants
GU11 1JF
I am getting old--I can't remember the date--it was with Skennerton and we visited Woolwich and Peter's place.
Looks like they may have moved :Quote:
Originally Posted by breakeyp
HAMPSHIRE ARMOURY
OLD STEPPE HOUSE
BRIGHTON ROAD
GODALMING GU7 1NS
D&B Classification
Line Of Business (LOB):MILITARY MODEL WHOLESALERS.
Std. Industrial Classification
(SIC):0 toy wholesalers
Would be nice if someone on the other side of the pond could check on this firm to see if they are the same. Even if they do not sell to the public, it would at least get us the name of a retailer. Would love to get a smle model and a No4Mk1T.
Tried to get their number and they do not exist anylonger. The residents at this address are something to do with 'spoons'.Quote:
Originally Posted by Alan de Enfield
Sorry !!!!
Try The UBIQUE COLLECTION
They are a lot more expensive than when I purchased mine but they have SMLE, Bren, STEN, SLR, L85A2, etc.