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UK Switch No5 Mk1 Pressure

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UBIQUE
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Developed in the UK by SOE Switch No5 Pressure Mk1 is designed to be used in boobytrap instalations where initiation by pressure is required,an extension rod enables it to be placed under objects such as railway tracks,duckboards etc
Operating pressure..21 lbs of pressure is required on the fuze end,,50-60lbs on the centre/hinge end of the device
My example is faintly stamped on top..
SWITCH No5
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?M LTD 9-50
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The striker housing is marked P.D.C. 1

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Nice job!! been planning one of those myself, now I have a better idea how to do it. Thanks.
 
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