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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: Rifle used by Val Kilmer in Ghost and the Darkness

    I re-watched Ghost and the Darkness a few days ago and i was wondering if the rifle that Val Kilmer's character John Patterson used was a Metford? It...

    Started by skylark68, 01-16-2008 11:27 AM
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  1. Saudi National Museum

    I was in the KSA National Museum today and they had a lot of Islamic items, but also a good selection of firearms. A couple I thought might interest...

    Started by edward tinker, Today 04:55 AM
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  2. TRANTER 1879... Early one Ser # (Pics)

    I Bought this Tranter Army model 1879 not knowing its the earlyist recorded one at 4019 I have collected almost all the big bore British antique...

    Started by keala, Yesterday 08:39 AM
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  3. G&A SURPLUS FIREARMS 2010 is out!!!!

    Hi gents!! Just came back from B&N with this year's edition! Couple Webleys in there!! Off to the porch with my Petersons and still drying No4Mk2....

    Started by Dave Baird, Yesterday 04:23 PM
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  4. Strange Project

    A good friend of mine with too much time on his hands has started to create a Webley MK VI .22 caliber rifle. I couldn't fit the whole thing in, but...

    Started by joel_black@netzero.com, 07-26-2010 08:21 PM
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  5. S&W Victory Markings ?

    I recently acquired a S&W Victory pistol; .38 S&W caliber, lend-lease, 5" barrel, US Property - G.H.D on top strap, P marked, V697803 serial number,...

    Started by Like_Old_Guns, 07-14-2010 04:56 PM
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  6. Will a .455 holster work for a .38?

    Is there much difference in size between a Webley .455 and a Webley .38, other than the caliber? Barrel length, cylinder, etc... I'm asking...

    Started by Thundermug, 07-26-2010 10:52 AM
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  7. Question 1896 WG Army Serial # Range & Years of Manufacture

    'ello, my good Fellows; I'm acquirin a '96 WG Army serial # 215XX & don't wish to go the FFL route if I can help it. Is there any one here that...

    Started by Colonel Flashman, 07-27-2010 12:57 AM
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  8. Enfield No 2 Mk 1 Revolver serial numbers

    I am a collector of Enfield No 2 Mk 1 revolvers. Currently I am recording serial numbers and dates on Enfields to get an accurate account of...

    Started by mayralphie, 06-26-2009 03:46 PM
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  9. Tranter .380 caplock revolver.

    Hi, I just get a Tranter .380 caplock revolver. It is double trigger 3rd Model. I have some problems because it do not fire caps as...

    Started by beleg2, 07-26-2010 09:14 PM
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  10. When Did Officers Cease Carrying Personal Revolvers?

    I understand that at some point after WW1, British officers were no longer allowed to provide their own sidearms. Is this true, and does anyone...

    Started by Lone Star, 07-25-2010 02:40 AM
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  11. Webley speedloaders (Prideaux)

    Would anibody be interested in "Prideaux" speedloaders for the Webley ? I found a company in belgium that has some in "excellent condition". ...

    Started by ANDREY, 07-20-2010 07:40 AM
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  12. Red face Bizarre Webley Behavior

    I've been shooting a very nice Webley Mark VI for years. It's marked 1917 and is unit marked for two British/Indian army units -- the Karachi...

    Started by CaptainBrittles, 07-24-2010 06:07 PM
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  13. Enfield Nickel Finish?

    Did Enfield ever finish commercially sold Number 2 Mk1s in nickel? I have a Number 2 Mark 1 that I am trying to find out information on this piece...

    Started by Abrams437, 06-24-2009 10:12 AM
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  14. Just bought a Mk IV with no bluing left...what to do?

    I just picked up a Webley Mk IV that a previous owner idiotically scrubbed all the bluing off of. :angry: Since the seller had 50 rounds he threw...

    Started by majormadmax, 07-18-2010 05:23 PM
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  15. How do You Braid a Pistol Lanyard?

    Just got a repro from IMA and it hangs too long on the gun rack, so how do you braid it?

    Started by David Murvihill, 07-21-2010 07:39 AM
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  16. John Sukey Will Cry

    And so did I when I missed out. Calibre 38 Make Enfield Model No.2 Mk. 1 Action Revolver Sights Fixed Condition Good Serial No. A115

    Started by Lithy, 07-09-2010 01:25 AM
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  17. NRA[UK] Imperial Meet 2010 - Bisley

    For those of you who might have an interest in what STILL goes on over here in UK - despite rumours to the contrary - here is a HUGE slideshow with...

    Started by tacfoley2, 07-24-2010 04:56 PM
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  18. Webley cylinder repair

    This advertisement has been on one of the gun auction sites for a few months now, has anyone used this service? As a Webley collector for years I...

    Started by pocketpistol, 07-16-2010 05:00 PM
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  19. Help With Webley MK VI Stamps

    I did a drawing of some stamps on my Webley MK VI, in hopes that someone here might be able to shed some light on what they mean. I know that the...

    Started by powwowdancer, 07-22-2010 07:17 PM
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  20. IMA Brunswick Rifles

    I see one member here has a Brunswick rifle from IMA, & I've PM'd him for more info. However, I was wondering how many others have them & what type...

    Started by Podewils, 09-02-2009 10:30 PM
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  21. Any Idea what country and what type ....

    ....of pack this is. There are three of these at the gun shop where I work. All three of them look pretty old and the brass hardware is somewhat...

    Started by SWEDE1983, 07-20-2010 08:45 AM
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  22. Winchester Pattern '14 serial numbers

    Further to my dissertation on the supply of rifles, I am doing some further research on Pattern '14 serial numbers. I would like to know of any...

    Started by TonyE, 07-19-2010 09:44 AM
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  23. check out this antique RIC webley pistol I picked up (brass frame!) -VIDEO ADDED

    In the "Webley Story" Dowell describes this as a "sea service" RIC. This one was sold by Trulock & Harriss in Dublin.

    Started by harmoniums, 06-28-2010 07:21 PM
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  24. Newbie with questions for an Enfield MKVI

    Hi all, I am new to this forum and just like other gun and reloading forums I participate in, it looks like there is a wealth of good...

    Started by xarcher, 07-04-2010 06:18 PM
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  25. Price check on Webley Enfield Mk VI

    I stumbled across a Webley Mk VI built by Enfield in 1923. All serial numbers seem to match. The SN is 4 digits. The bore was dirty but I could...

    Started by wizzegun, 07-15-2010 11:20 AM
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  26. Cased Adams Cartridge Revolver

    I thought some of you might enjoy seeing this rare set before I deliver it to a friend at the upcoming KC show. Cased percussion Adams are often...

    Started by joel_black@netzero.com, 07-13-2010 05:54 PM
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  27. Help identifying shotgun

    My brother owns this old British single shot shot gun. My best guess is mid 1800's. The lock is frozen and the striker stuck. Other then that it...

    Started by Musky, 07-14-2010 03:48 PM
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  28. No 5 Jungle carbine bayonet Fake?? help to ID please

    Has no markings .but fits perfect??? is it fake? pics included

    Started by inertia, 07-07-2010 07:46 AM
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  29. War Office Pattern Miniature Rifle sights

    Hello all I have recently bought a LSA War Office Pattern Miniature rifle in really nice condition. It has one problem. The rear and front sights...

    Started by Desky85, 07-12-2010 07:24 AM
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  30. Fabulous Farquharson

    Joe Salter just sold the most beautiful Gibbs Farquharson military match rifle I ever saw. Click on "new arrivals". http://www.joesalter.com/

    Started by joel_black@netzero.com, 07-09-2010 01:23 PM
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  31. Webley "MARK I" Air Pistol

    I would like to find out more information on the MARK I Air Pistol, it has a marking on the front of "22g" but I could not find a serial number. ...

    Started by mgrogis, 04-23-2010 03:00 PM
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  32. Enfield No 2 revolver grip discs

    I have found a fellow who might be interested in making brass replacement discs for those whose pistols are missing these items Any interest...

    Started by swabbie, 07-08-2010 09:03 AM
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  33. Help me troubleshoot my Webley MkVI

    I have a 1918 Webley MkVI revolver that has been converted to .45ACP. This week I got around to firing it for the first time. It fires OK in single...

    Started by StealthyBlagga, 04-28-2009 11:03 AM
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  34. Enfield No2 Mk1* Speed Loader and hot barrel questions

    I was pondering the following; 1. Is there speed loader that can be used with the Enfield pistols. 2. In the "heat" of battle, multiple...

    Started by Roadawg, 07-02-2010 05:46 PM
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  35. SLR/FN FAL training pamphlet.....

    Anobody there got one of these documents that they could post a scan of the title page here? The descriptive page would be good to have as well. ...

    Started by tacfoley2, 07-05-2010 06:40 AM
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  36. "Enfield" Mark VI, A prefix, three numbers

    Browsing through a very nice gun store in Athens Ga earlier today, I picked up what I originally thought was a "cut" 0.455 Webley Mk VI. However, the...

    Started by Dave_n, 06-12-2010 08:07 AM
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  37. How Many Webley Mk I's?

    I have read that the British government purchase about 40,000 Mk I's. I was wondering how many "commerical" Mk I's were produced, if any? Another...

    Started by The Wizard, 07-02-2010 08:49 AM
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  38. Shooting sports in UK...

    Mike Yeardley tell it like it REALLY is - please watch. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scN8iiP8sKM&feature=player_embedded tac Supporter of...

    Started by tacfoley2, 07-02-2010 07:59 AM
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  39. UK law and low power arms question

    I'm trying to understand what you might call the bottom edge of UK gun laws. Is there a caliber or energy level for firearms that might allow for a...

    Started by Begemot, 06-26-2010 09:52 AM
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  40. Made a video about Irish army weapons

    Myself and another Irish member here in the USA made a video about Irish army personal weapons from 1922 through to today We cover : No1Mk3 No4Mk2...

    Started by harmoniums, 07-01-2010 03:38 PM
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  41. BSA 30-06 sporter

    What kind of scope bases do I need for my BSA U.S. model 1917 sporter.:confused: Scotty,:)

    Started by Scottyx39, 10-24-2009 04:19 AM
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  42. Russians with Ross rifles

    I just found this photo from WW2 of Russians in a store room full of Ross Mk. IIB rifles.

    Started by Krag, 06-21-2010 04:04 PM
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  43. .303 Day at the Range

    I took a day off from work today and took my son to meet a friend at the range. I brought all my .303 rifles, one of which I fired on a regular...

    Started by David Murvihill, 06-16-2010 09:08 PM
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  44. Scope mounts for P14

    Asking a question for a shooting buddy, does anyone make a scope mount for a P14, if so can you supply the contact details? Thanks in anticipation....

    Started by ukrifleman, 06-10-2010 12:24 PM
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  45. GRRRRRRRRRRRRR x 10

    Slightly OT, but it DID happen in UK where I often live. Friday night loading seesion I noticed that I was down to my last but one box of 155gr...

    Started by tacfoley2, 06-20-2010 09:48 AM
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  46. smile British humor

    Good afternoon. Does anibody remember the BBC series "It ain't half hot mum." ? It's about a bunch of British misfit troopers stationed in India...

    Started by ANDREY, 03-15-2010 09:41 AM
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  47. Question How did I do?

    I picked this up at a private estate sale today. Mind you I know absolutely nothing about Webley`s, it appears to me as a plain jane Mk. IV wartime...

    Started by gewehrpatrone, 06-19-2010 08:43 PM
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  48. Webley Mark IV questions

    just picked up one the Webley Mark IV in .38 S&W that just became available and had a few questions. Been looking around the Net and mentioned...

    Started by flyboy73, 11-11-2009 12:49 AM
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  49. Rook Rifle Marking

    I asked this quite a while ago and no one knew, so I'd thought I'd try again. It's a marking on a Scottish rook rifle. It appears to be a knights...

    Started by Fazer1, 06-14-2010 12:29 AM
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  50. Rare find at a little gun show today

    Today I found a rare MK VI commercial with a 6" barrel. The only commercial MK VIs I ever see are those 4" ones sold to the Irish police.

    Started by joel_black@netzero.com, 06-05-2010 03:03 PM
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    06-19-2010 07:49 PM Go to last post

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