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20mm Hispano and Oerlikon Headstamps

relbut

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Could somebody please advise, if possible, the makers of this ammunition with the following headstamps.
Oerlikon Drill or Inspection JES 1943 and Hispano Drill or Inspection JES 1953 (I believe JES is classed as unknown).
Oerlikon BPF 1941-44, Oerlikon JMB 1944, Oerlikon wooden drill Mk II BCM and W & JRT. Oerlikon AB 45 OE Z spaced at 90 degrees.
Les
 
Hi Les,not much help but BPF is also classed as an unknown maker (ref T.A.G series 2 pamphlet 12),and I'm sure most of the makers of the drill rounds are not known as they were manufactured by 'outside' contractors

Tony
 
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Thanks Tony, I had a feeling that they would be in the 'unknown' area. However, at some point in time, I'm sure they will be identified.
Les
 
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