Trilux parts

[dpr64]

Hello...I am in search of some Trilux SUIT parts to repair some that I have here... I really need the giant curly spring that controls the lever/clamp which in turn holds the scope onto the mount...
Also could use some small springs and hooks that are missing on the couple Israeli ones (the British ones did not use them)

I see that someone was able to round up some new labels, is there a supplier for those ?

Thanks in advance for the help!

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[Peter Laidler]

I wouldn't mind betting that there are only a few people on this site who know what 'curly spring' you're referring to because it was a later modification to UK suit sight mounts. With regard to that spring and the others you mention, maybe you should add a picture of exactly what you mean and I bet you someone on this site will have encountered the same problem and found a fix.

What labels do you mean.......... the name label or the tritium power label?

Another small point is that when you mention that you have some to repair, it could give the impression that you're a dealer or a trader who's out to make a bew £££'s whereas if you were a one-off collector looking for a label or a serpentine spring, they'd be more inclined to help. Just my 2c's worth

[dpr64]

I have multiple Trilux scopes acquired over the years and some of them have weak or broken springs that hold the lever/clamp... I am looking for a source for some new or good used ones. Either style is okay, the Brit type or the Israeli type serpentine/curly spring.... I attached a pic of the Israeli type spring. As for labels, I could use the large, side panel label (metallic square ones)

I also could use a few of the small 'hook with spring' that goes on the Israeli type scopes. Attachment 35283Attachment 35282

[Peter Laidler]

I'll see what's in my cupboard of bits and spares.

[frank carno]

Questions about the L2A2 SUIT .
How would one repaint the main body ?
Any forum members got hold of replacement Tritium vials ? I got the LED gizmo and its quite frankly "not squaddy proof".
Is there a source for the Bore sight paper tatget ?
many thanks Gents,

[us019255]

Any forum members got hold of replacement Tritium vials ?

I found some on Ebay. They were not original, but much smaller. I dug out the original vial remains and the stuff holding it in. I used silicone calk and glued two replacement vials in. Fine amount of light and functional. I suspect that even a purist would only complain if he/she took the SUIT to pieces.

[Atarget1]

you might try B@rt,here is a link if it works. He is awesome and ships really fast if it is in stock.
B@rt's Tritium Thread

Questions about the L2A2 SUIT .
How would one repaint the main body ?
Any forum members got hold of replacement Tritium vials ? I got the LED gizmo and its quite frankly "not squaddy proof".
Is there a source for the Bore sight paper tatget ?
many thanks Gents,

[jjjxlr8]

+1 on B@rt for the vials.

The green vials are brightest and last the longest, although, not the 'correct' color.

Here is a comparison of the original on the left with a 're-animated' one on the right. Two green vials embedded in epoxy. Make sure that you place them to one side so that you can adjust the brightness or turn it 'off' completely.

[mrclark303]

Hi all,

I have a couple of SUSAT scopes, both UK former SLR scopes, a Mk1 and Mk2 with L1 dust cover mounts and both with the later springs fitted. I wonder if it would be possible to have a batch of springs made by an engineer for a reasonable price, the demand is certainly there to support it.

As for re-animating the viles, I will leave mine alone, from a purely target shooting perspective they just aren't required, I suppose I can see why you would need this if you hunted though.

Cheers, John.

---------- Post added at 10:31 AM ---------- Previous post was at 10:23 AM ----------

Just found this, you tube video of the early, 1955 UK fal trials, fascinating stuff guys, I see the EM-1 and EM-2 Rifles optical sight was considered, but obviously dropped early on.




Cheers, John.

[shooter666]

+1 on B@rt for the vials.

The green vials are brightest and last the longest, although, not the 'correct' color.

Here is a comparison of the original on the left with a 're-animated' one on the right. Two green vials embedded in epoxy. Make sure that you place them to one side so that you can adjust the brightness or turn it 'off' completely.
https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...IMG_4286-1.jpg

Where di you get the vials? Bought some from a suggested seller here and they have no light. can we buy them in US, China vials are useless.
Thanks