Bruce Strader amassed most of this collection in the late 50's through the 80's. Includes full auto, snipers, and many antique items such as a Baker rifle and Brown Bess, etc. Also edged weapons and...
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Bruce Strader amassed most of this collection in the late 50's through the 80's. Includes full auto, snipers, and many antique items such as a Baker rifle and Brown Bess, etc. Also edged weapons and...
This is an odd co-incidence. I just last week picked up a copy of this same book from the Command Post of Militaria, a military collectibles shop in Victoria BC. Had never seen it before. Great book!
You had better be there!!! At least to look.
Merrickville details
I know that one table will feature a few pricey MILSURP desirables;
- No. 4T sniper in box, scope with box. VG-Exc.
- No. 7...
Merrickville info! Wives or girlfriends who are allowed to come along will find several hours of shopping and dining to amuse themselves. There is an inn and several B&B's for those who want to make...
I agree, looks like elm.
Latest news on ETA!
Hi from Bangkok,
Still here with the presentation clip case editions. Regular editions are all done now, although the container to the west coast will not likely arrive until...
Skennerton's descriptive page on the new book is now up on the website!
http://www.skennerton.com/NewBooks.htm
.455 load data!
http://www.handloads.org/loaddata/default.asp?Caliber=455%20Webley&Weight=All&type=Handgun&Order=Powder&Source=
RCBS Webley mold; #57947 for 455-Webley-265-HB
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According to the Jone's Crown Jewels book, only 2,149 M96 rifles were made in 1924; the smallest number of any production year. Too bad its mismatched. Compare to 1917 at 43,836 produced.
From his website's bulletin's page;
4th April, 2007—
New 'Lee-Enfield' chapters include 'Serial Number & Production Ranges', 'Component Parts Evolution' and 'Hybrids'. The new Australian...
Tiger striping is the result of what is called 'curly' grain in the wood. The wood actually grows lengthwise along the grain in ripples like a sine wave on a lake. When you cut it lengthwise through...
See this page;
http://www.gunsmithshoppe.com/listing.php?itemID=17016
Here's the message I received from Skennerton last week.
Hi from Bangkok,
Here now printing the newer, bigger, better and final edition. 608 pgs with 16 colour plates. Should be available April,...
I also have an Oberndorf M96/38 (1900) with the same type II Vasteras sight. Rifle also has a threaded muzzle.
Williams arms has a Thompson A1 for sale.
http://williamsarms.net/usedfirearms.html
I see that you two keeners have decided to hold an informal competitive poll of superior Brazilian 1908s. Badger must have a rack minty ones in his armory :bow: ; but since they probably all have...
Just received an un-issued Brazilian 1908 with matching bayonet, sling, and sighting target. Practically perfect! Has the scroll type stock cartouche (not the star of David version), otherwise...
That Hammerli Airsoft insert sold for $641.51 US on ebay; 18 bids. You could buy two mint K31's for that price.
Here's an interesting item I noticed on ebay; a Hammerli made airsoft insert for a Swiss K31, looks mint.
Perfect for shooting those pesky house flies in the kitchen.
...
Sadly, as many Milsurpers may know, the Surplusrifle website run by Jamie Mangrum is closing on Mar. 30/07, because of his ill health. :(
However, you can get a two CD set, containing all of...
One of the best collections of Swedish Mauser photos in one place. Great sight and accessory photos.
http://www.picturetrail.com/bear8mm