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  1. If you have ever seen copies of the Ithaca...

    If you have ever seen copies of the Ithaca shipping records? They are often not in order, torn, browned, rags in many cases. It can take days or more to find something or to never find it. I do...
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    An original and correct UMC needs no SRS hit. If...

    An original and correct UMC needs no SRS hit. If nice they are sought after and expensive. Pictures are essential.
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    Not a bad example. It is rebuilt so mixed up...

    Not a bad example. It is rebuilt so mixed up parts are the norm. Block numbered serial number are desirable. Does the barrel have a C in a box? Regardless you did OK.
  4. The slide is too early for the pistol. What...

    The slide is too early for the pistol. What barrel? Regardless, there are multiple issues. I would look for a better example. The lack of a US property mark is very common. I have seen hundreds,...
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    In general, we need Jim ?last name? to help us...

    In general, we need Jim ?last name? to help us with A4s. He was the man and I hope he is well. What a good guy and knowing.

    Forgot to say, Chuck is an amazing asset.
  6. Do not mess with the wood outside wiping it with...

    Do not mess with the wood outside wiping it with a paper towel or at most a wipe with Ballistol.

    The metal, bronze wool, or very fine steel wool lubed with lots of Kroil Oil. Soak it with Kroil...
  7. Thanks all. Who knows what they go for. Having...

    Thanks all. Who knows what they go for. Having about 25 and having had more PUs, This is the only one like it I have ever encountered. Tula was near the factory for alloy scopes so they used...
  8. Hi all, got a bunch of goodies I photoed today.

    Hi folks. Been busy and usually head to Gunboards but they are now so complex I may spend more time here.

    Any interest in a 44 Tula with probably original alloy and all original parts including...
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    Very correct. It was DuLite and is not now.

    Very correct. It was DuLite and is not now.
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    Yes, preservation for possible future use was...

    Yes, preservation for possible future use was definitely a goal. They had countries in mind that would help spread Communism, not to mention issue to the masses if Nato marched into East Germany and...
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    I have been in a bunch of Russian Museums. The...

    I have been in a bunch of Russian Museums. The Soviets refinish pretty much everything, including most of their museum pieces. They want them to be pretty and impressive. My pictures are on a dead...
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    I have a type II that is original and has a...

    I have a type II that is original and has a milled trigger. Serial number is 925,000 ish. Estimates given over the years have varied on the type Is is 10000 ot 15000. Type IIs would run closer to...
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    DCM sold a lot of OG/Ogden UT marked 03A3 rifles...

    DCM sold a lot of OG/Ogden UT marked 03A3 rifles and many were inspected, marked OG and not rebuilt since they were new when received. Nice rifles for the most part, depending on their life after...
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    Nice pistol and good acquisition. Somebody...

    Nice pistol and good acquisition. Somebody apparently cleaned, or used steel wool on the magazine.
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    It is a nice rifle and hard to find. Go by what...

    It is a nice rifle and hard to find. Go by what you learned on the Japanese Weapons Forum on gunboards IMO. I like it.
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    An original PU scope should be $150-250. A guy...

    An original PU scope should be $150-250. A guy on gunboards repairs PU scope and for a good price, Raspooton?sp?. There is also a sticky on the sniper forum regarding disassembly for somebody who...
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    This one seems to have a slightly better quality...

    This one seems to have a slightly better quality finish than many pistols in this serial range. I would like a minty one but they are tough to find.
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    I have not heard that theory but it makes sense. ...

    I have not heard that theory but it makes sense. I have always heard that OG got unissued rifles, inspected them and stored them. Apparently many were sold by DCM about 50 years ago. There surely...
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    Where "Black Army" finishes actually began is a...

    Where "Black Army" finishes actually began is a frequently debated question. I have always hated the term, and it is a collector term, not military or official. Kinda like Black Widow Lugers,...
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    This is a most interesting thread. Thanks to...

    This is a most interesting thread. Thanks to all. Hope we learn more.
  21. Glad it all worked out. Great that you are...

    Glad it all worked out. Great that you are having quality time and passing the shooting sports on to the next generation.

    Many bargains on ammo can be found on the net. If it comes from a...
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    Please post some pictures of your pistol. Since...

    Please post some pictures of your pistol. Since Ithaca was going to Parkerized finish, from DuLite, the guns in this transition are especially important.
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    There is a lot going on with trying to figure out...

    There is a lot going on with trying to figure out how to make an SVT more consistent on Gunboards. The Soviets gave up before doing any serious efforts. They can approach MOA and less than 2 MOA...
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    I have seen a couple nice originals at the NGD...

    I have seen a couple nice originals at the NGD show, especially when the SOS has been going at the same time. I would expect about $3500 for an original, not restored, like a GAW inspected gun in...
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    Very nice one and a keeper.

    Very nice one and a keeper.
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