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    New 1944 Lithgow

    Im on the verge of getting this Aussie..Ive never owned a correct Lithgow, with coachwood..is this one a good specimen? All matching. "Australiaicon" in the wood, no other imports








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    Looks Kosher to me.

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    Isnt that the WW2 Lithgowicon phosphate finish? It looks original..Pin wire used by 1944 too, original?
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    Looks very nice. Is the forend numbered?

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    Fore end is Slazenger, "SLAZ 43", but the rifle is 1944, and it matches

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    Yes, its numbered

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    Then that confirms all the serial numbers. Looks like a good one, I would buy it.

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    Beautiful! If you don't, I will!

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    Bought, from Joe Salter

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    Looks great........and all matching to boot ! Nice catch

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