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  1. Thread: Alarming!

    by Kiwisteve
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    Unfortunately, such desecrations aren't just...

    Unfortunately, such desecrations aren't just limited to international waters.
    Here in NZ, a number of RSA bronze plaques marking the graves of service men have been stolen and vehicles have done...
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    Hi Chubbs, Parker Hale produced a short safety...

    Hi Chubbs,

    Parker Hale produced a short safety lever to replace the original, not sure how common they
    are tho. Someone on the forum here may have one they are willing to sell, otherwise you will...
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    I have had an Armalon barrel fitted to my replica...

    I have had an Armalon barrel fitted to my replica No4 T and it shoots very well, 0.5" to 0.7" with Hornady and Winchester ammunition @ 100 Metres.
    My barrel was purchased from tbonesmith in...
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    My newly put together No 4 T replica shoots...

    My newly put together No 4 T replica shoots factory Winchester 180 gr Power Point in 0.77"
    @ 100 metres from a bench. The barrel is brand new though, it's a hammer forged Armalon
    supplied by...
  5. Cool little story, I enjoy reading war anecdotes...

    Cool little story, I enjoy reading war anecdotes such as this :D.

    If I remember correctly from High School, that would be Macbeth which you have
    quoted Surpmil.:p

    Bring it after me.
    I will...
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    Yes good work Bigduke, many would have said to...

    Yes good work Bigduke, many would have said to just bin it and buy another. But now you have the satisfaction of repairing it yourself, saving some cash and preventing another item of e waste going...
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    Just to update, the rifle in question has sold on...

    Just to update, the rifle in question has sold on Trade Me for NZ $2311.
    It is one of the highest prices I have seen a No 1 Mk 3* sell for so far.
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    I think you have done a stellar job MosinVirus....

    I think you have done a stellar job MosinVirus.
    It is a credit to your perseverance, many would have given up.:clap:

    You have inspired me to continue with my M38 Swedish Mauser project, it too...
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    1937 Lithgow for sale on Trade Me

    Advertised on New Zealand's Trade Me site. Seller states the following;
    "GREAT example.
    Matching bolt.
    1937 on receiver.
    Cut off
    Charger guide
    Usual dings in wood
    Pull through (rough) in...
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    That's a beautiful looking rifle, you have made a...

    That's a beautiful looking rifle, you have made a great job restoring it back to original configuration, it's a credit to you.
    Will have to keep an eye out for a Ross myself, but they are bit...
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    I use lanolin based CRC LanoCote Natural grease. ...

    I use lanolin based CRC LanoCote Natural grease.

    The CRC website states LanoCote is "an environmentally friendly product which exhibits superior corrosion protection and anti-seize properties....
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    I don't know Nathan Foster, but like you I own...

    I don't know Nathan Foster, but like you I own his books which are a very informative read, and I hope to do one of Nathan's shooting/hunting courses in the not too distant future.
    I have also...
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    I take my hat off to you, biggest cartridge I...

    I take my hat off to you, biggest cartridge I have fired so far is the 416 Rigby.
    A friend offered me the opportunity to fire his Mauser in 416 last year, I think is was a 400 gr load. I shot it...
  14. Hi unit847, What you are after would be called...

    Hi unit847,

    What you are after would be called a No4 Mk2 stock cross bolt and nut.

    One of the military surplus websites might have some in stock or you could try Evans Custom Screw & Machine @...
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    How about this rifle from Trademe in New Zealand,...

    How about this rifle from Trademe in New Zealand, shows that Bubba's got a Kiwi cousin:madsmile:
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    Sticky: Poll: Once upon a time you could have any rifle you...

    Once upon a time you could have any rifle you liked in a New Zealand gunstore, as long as it was a Lee Enfield:lol:
    They have probably have accounted for more game animals here that all other brands...
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    Sticky: Hi, I have two Longbranch rifles, one is fully...

    Hi,
    I have two Longbranch rifles, one is fully wooded and has just been fitted with a new old stock BSA 56' dated barrel. It's serial number is 24L6886.
    It is also stamped on the receiver and...
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    Sticky: Hello from New Zealand everyone. I am a new...

    Hello from New Zealand everyone.

    I am a new member here. I have an interest in Lee Enfields and am Currently working on making replicas of a No4 T & L42A1.
    I would like to give a big thanks to...
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