Bockscar
Well-Known Member
I don't really collect the bigger stuff these days but when the opportunity came along to acquire this along with a few other items, I couldn't resist!
The stamps on the copper driving band on this one identify it as a MK IX and is dated 8/44.
A light going over with a wire brush removed mainly traces of old black paint as well as dirt and surprisingly little rust on the base. Although dinged and dented in places,it is in very good condition given how long it's been since it was manufactured!
One thing I did learn was how the cap was held onto the shell body...the picture shows a ring of solder where it has been sweated in place.
Bockscar.
The stamps on the copper driving band on this one identify it as a MK IX and is dated 8/44.
A light going over with a wire brush removed mainly traces of old black paint as well as dirt and surprisingly little rust on the base. Although dinged and dented in places,it is in very good condition given how long it's been since it was manufactured!
One thing I did learn was how the cap was held onto the shell body...the picture shows a ring of solder where it has been sweated in place.
Bockscar.
