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Originally Posted by Godwin Hampton
After having another look at tha photo, I concluded that it is an original Mk 1 platform, only the rivets are not quite visible. The american welded platform ended with the longitudinal girders tapered at the end and welded to the upright tube that takes the levelling jack. The riveted platform, on the other hand, went around the tube as in the photo.
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I agree. It is a Mk I platform. Photo not earlier than 1944 when the "Stiffkey Stick" sights and protective shields were added.
The British MK I platforms were made in Belgium, Poland and Sweden. They had minor differences regarding what manufacturer made them.
Stellan
09-04-08, 13:07
Mk I platform
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