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    Grat wire for No.32 Mk3

    Anybody know of an acceptable substitute for the grat wire in a No.32 Mk3 scope? Luckily the vertical post on my scope is present but unfortunately the grat wire is long gone.

    Hoping there is a replacement option out there.

    Thanks, Kiwi
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    The original spec is .0008 thick platinum wire.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Brian Dickicon View Post
    The original spec is .0008 thick platinum wire.
    Thanks Brian. Will start searching for some now.

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    I know Peter in Englandicon and Warren in Canadaicon does work on them. PM them and ask if they have a spare piece.

    I don't recall of someone in Australiaicon or New Zealand that works on them, but I am half way around the world.

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    Quote Originally Posted by mr.e moose View Post
    I know Peter in Englandicon and Warren in Canadaicon does work on them. PM them and ask if they have a spare piece.

    I don't recall of someone in Australiaicon or New Zealand that works on them, but I am half way around the world.
    Thanks, I've tried to PM to Warren (at suggestion of Dr Roger Payneicon) a week ago, but no response as yet, hence my post.

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    My response to your old post.

    Malcolm of Optical Repairs in Brisbane QLD is excellent , and very knowlegeable & experienced on the No 32 scopes. - malcolm@opticalrepairs.com.au <malcolm@opticalrepairs.com.au>

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