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Old 01-10-20, 16:05
B. Harris B. Harris is offline
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Default Bren Strap another view

Another of the correct strap of the MKII Carrier Bren hold down strap.
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Old 15-05-21, 22:29
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Default MKII Pick Helve Strap

Restored pick helve strap. Before and after pics.
Rivets were copper Belting rivets strap was original NOS replacement.
FYI.
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Old 16-05-21, 04:40
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also used in the GM Otter? Jordan B.?
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Old 16-05-21, 07:10
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Top Left pic looks like the crowbar bracket from a Mk1 carrier
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That’s what I thought when I saw it Lynn.
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Sharp eyes... and gents correct. Crowbar bracket pic snuck in there. Not now !
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Never seen the pick axe bracket before, I always presumed the strap was bolted / riveted directly to the pioneer / tool plate.

Very cool
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