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    Thanks Gents, I've been trying to upload a few...

    Thanks Gents, I've been trying to upload a few more pics I got off my mate for the last week (imjur doesn't seem tobe working on my iPhone or iPad) he has since sold them on ebay, at least I can let...
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    its the shape of a U with an external lip, the...

    its the shape of a U with an external lip, the extended shaft is threaded and a nut the secures the u channel. The bottom is flat.

    I'll get more pics at some point.
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    Mystery Monopod ?

    Trying to help a friend ID this, I,ve seen something similar but were ? he thought is was gun related but I think its something to help with a support or hold something open as on a vehicle etc?....
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    The oldest L7 I've worked on was from 1964 or 65,...

    The oldest L7 I've worked on was from 1964 or 65, definitely pre 66......although a bit like Triggers broom it was still a serviceable weapon. When I was in BATUS the main stay of L7 variations were...
  5. Ian, I don't class myself as a radio ham, but...

    Ian, I don't class myself as a radio ham, but more a Military Radio Enthusiast who is licensed ...... I've bought a Ligtweight FFR Landrover (1973) , So intend to kit it it out with either Clansman...
  6. Interesting thread, I have known a Militaria...

    Interesting thread, I have known a Militaria dealer since I was Kid who is based in Liverpool, his main interest is Japanese swords, so if I ever do find one at the right price he's more than happy...
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    For Kev, although body and TMH aren’t matching...

    For Kev, although body and TMH aren’t matching serial numbers,

    TMH : SPF 1950 AD71

    Body : UB60A**** ( I bet the matching body to the above is one of these rare .22 ones , just my luck...
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    Not the direction I’d be going if I had £4k...

    Not the direction I’d be going if I had £4k burning a hole in my pocket…..
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    Hmm, need to check my part kit L1A1’s John, as...

    Hmm, need to check my part kit L1A1’s John, as one of them has a SP TMH but am sure retains original serial number.

    Must admit I can’t see any evidence on the upper of original designation being...
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    That’s Correct, but they were linished and re...

    That’s Correct, but they were linished and re engraved with the L42A1 as we know of today, my own L42 is an ex trials one, it appears on the “ List “ twice.
    I’ve never seen an XL42 E1 in flesh but...
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    Thanks Bindi, have received pics from Bruce,...

    Thanks Bindi, have received pics from Bruce, there’s a few bits in the auction that don’t stack up…….. even the L42 , ( XL 42)
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    https://www.wilson55.com/auction/lot/9-bsa-lee-enf...

    https://www.wilson55.com/auction/lot/9-bsa-lee-enfield-l42-762-bolt-action-rifle-28/?lot=173882
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    https://www.wilson55.com/auction/lot/67-lithgow-30...

    https://www.wilson55.com/auction/lot/67-lithgow-303-bolt-action-rifle-built-as-a-no/?lot=173875

    Gents, hope this link works, if not search Wilson
    55.com, look for feb auction arms and militaria....
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    Bruce, thanks for the email, really appreciate...

    Bruce, thanks for the email, really appreciate it, it confirms my initial thoughts on the rifle in question, certainly not the real Mcoy but nearly there.

    Hopefully I can help save someone a...
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    Bruce, Bindi Just need a picture or two of...

    Bruce, Bindi

    Just need a picture or two of the serial number type face, and the location, don't need to see the number so it can be photo shopped etc as long as I can see were it lies in relation...
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    Thanks Bindi , understand regarding the Mk1/1……...

    Thanks Bindi , understand regarding the Mk1/1……
    Just want to concentrate on the Mk1, specifically the serial number etc, as one has surfaced in the U.K
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    I assumed they were built from used actions ? So...

    I assumed they were built from used actions ? So they were built on new or just a few on new?
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    Gents, it’s the Australian No6 Mk1, a similar...

    Gents, it’s the Australian No6 Mk1, a similar version of the Jungle Carbine but produced from the Lithgow SMLE No1 Mk111*

    ---------- Post added at 12:44 AM ---------- Previous post was at 12:41 AM...
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    Australian No6 Mk1 info

    Been a while since I posted, but to cut long story short, I’m trying to find any details on the rifles as in the title, I’ve read what I can from the Enfield bible by Ian S, I can’t say how were when...
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    John, I’d say these are the ex war reserve, I’ve...

    John, I’d say these are the ex war reserve, I’ve said a few times but one of the dealers in Gun Mart was selling ex Donington L1A1’s in the wrapper for £350 ( Section 5) that was some time back...
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    Now where have I heard that before............ I...

    Now where have I heard that before............ I haven't even bothered to look on the associated site, as stated in one post , the L42 that was in question some time back didn't really do that...
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    There was a reasonable priced Saracen on ebay not...

    There was a reasonable priced Saracen on ebay not long ago, unfortunately I had no funds at the time, in fact no funds for anything at present........ this is me trying to smuggle a Chieftain out...
  23. Well that's true but, as I cancelled the order I...

    Well that's true but, as I cancelled the order I wasn't expecting messages etc through ebay, received another today via ebay saying I was a scammer.......as the day after I contacted him via email he...
  24. Use morse code, bought a few radios, radio parts...

    Use morse code, bought a few radios, radio parts etc ( all military) usually the sellers are Hams so not too much trouble for them to decode a phone number.

    Ebay getting to pricey now, I recently...
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    Maybe too many out there seen my old post Peter ?...

    Maybe too many out there seen my old post Peter ? https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=40522&page=1
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