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We have a lot of traffic on here, but very few people need to leave messages anymore. We've pretty well mastered making the MG42 parts kit into a...

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There are two ways to post pictures. Host them elsewhere and link to them or upload them here. So a short tutorial on how to post pictures.

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I appologize. I want to get into the "for sale" area of this site (found a few posts I want to read).

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.308 to 8mm belt loader conversion tutorial

Last post by PaladinTacticalLLC « Tue May 26, 2015 3:19 pm
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Attachment(s) by tomcatshaas » Sun Feb 03, 2008 2:34 pm

Conversion parts needed. The new hopper side, and support bracket.

First mark the edge of the part to be removed (old hopper side) to use as...

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Tue May 26, 2015 3:19 pm
The evolution of the Lafette 42. Now online!

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by bergflak » Fri Sep 26, 2014 2:37 am

Finally made it. The new study is up on my homepage, and ready for your reading pleasure. Quite a few new finds and some really nice photos. Thanks...

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Wed Jan 28, 2015 5:19 pm
MG34 and MG42 Barrel Carriers Master Data Base

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by 42rocker » Sun Sep 15, 2013 11:43 pm

MG34 and MG42 Barrel Carriers Master Data Base

This thread is not going to be doubled but instead stored in the MG34 accessories stickes area...

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Sun Sep 15, 2013 11:43 pm
MG Z 40 optics for MG42, Photos & Manufacturers List & more

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Attachment(s) by 42rocker » Sun Aug 25, 2013 2:53 pm

MG Z 40 optics for the MG42, Photos and Manufacturers List (last updated 09/03/2013)

Some general photos of the MG Z 40. The first few pics of a MG...

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Into the Abyss...MGZ40 Rebuild.....

Last post by DARIVS ARCHITECTVS « Wed Sep 04, 2013 8:49 pm
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Attachment(s) by ChrisPCook » Mon Mar 10, 2008 2:58 am

OK guys, I've received the sight, and have already taken a small looksie...
Here's what I am facing.....
1) Need correct screws on top housing....May...
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MG42 Lafette project Some pics re-posted

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Attachment(s) by tomcatshaas » Sun Apr 06, 2008 3:01 pm

From 42rocker, I have re-posted some of the pics to this thread. I downloaded these for my own use and did not download them all, so some are...
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MGZ40 optics dimensions

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Attachment(s) by DARIVS ARCHITECTVS » Mon Dec 31, 2007 4:41 pm

Here are the MGZ40 optics used on lafette tripod mounts for the MG-42 machinegun. This optic was purchased from Ryan Schnee and has original paint....

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Tue Aug 27, 2013 8:27 am
My Lafette 42 restoration now underway.

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Attachment(s) by Tommygunn » Thu Mar 14, 2013 4:29 pm

It's been a while since I said I was going to get stuck in and restore my Lafette 42 tripod but now the time has arrived and I've started.
First,...
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Mon Aug 26, 2013 3:29 pm
Look --> Replica Lafette Strap Dimensions

Last post by 42rocker « Sat Jul 27, 2013 10:44 pm
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Attachment(s) by DARIVS ARCHITECTVS » Sun Mar 18, 2007 3:34 pm

A fellow in Germany was looking for dimensions on lafette 42 straps, so I made these pics for him and thought you guys might also want to see them....
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Sat Jul 27, 2013 10:44 pm
Überschießtafel for the Lafette 34 & 42

Last post by Abominog « Mon Apr 02, 2018 3:34 pm
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by bergflak » Mon Mar 19, 2018 4:37 am

A new study added to my homepage! I have gone through all available material in regards to the Überschießtafel. They have now been divided into...

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Mon Apr 02, 2018 3:34 pm
MG42 Lafette bolt box

Last post by JBaum « Thu Feb 08, 2018 10:33 pm
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Attachment(s) by bergflak » Thu Feb 08, 2018 5:19 pm

I have now analyzed and concluded on the variations of the bolt box, both during WW2 and postwar production. This will be the first of a series of...

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Thu Feb 08, 2018 10:33 pm
Lafette 53....need help

Last post by bergflak « Wed Jan 24, 2018 1:25 pm
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Attachment(s) by bergflak » Sat Jan 20, 2018 6:55 pm

I am writing on my next article about the Lafette, and it will be the definitive guide to the bolt box. Unfortunately I have no access to a...

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Wed Jan 24, 2018 1:25 pm
cloudy optics

Last post by 42rocker « Thu Nov 30, 2017 11:10 pm
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by nypaddy » Mon Jul 24, 2017 1:15 pm

hello all. I am new to the site and have searched thru looking for a solution but have not found one. I have just optained a J.D. Moeller site for my...

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Thu Nov 30, 2017 11:10 pm
What did I find? MG42 Lafette Parts Quiz?

Last post by 42rocker « Sun Oct 29, 2017 8:22 pm
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Attachment(s) by 42rocker » Fri Oct 27, 2017 8:54 pm

PLEASE post your answers in the next post. My answers in the following post.

MG42 Lafette Parts Quiz, follows after my minor ranting.

Well there...

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Sun Oct 29, 2017 8:22 pm
Lafette Pics

Last post by 42rocker « Fri Oct 20, 2017 9:05 pm
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Attachment(s) by 42rocker » Thu Oct 19, 2017 7:34 pm

A couple of interesting Lafette pics. Should add one or more places this Lafette is stated fsu.
fsu code for Excelsior, Brandenburger Fahrrad und...

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Fri Oct 20, 2017 9:05 pm
2 Different riveted pads info request

Last post by 42rocker « Sun Oct 15, 2017 10:22 pm
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Attachment(s) by 42rocker » Sun Oct 15, 2017 6:11 pm

I'm posting pics of the backs of 2 different lafette pads. Both pads should be early, pre spot welding.
Of course the pad without the strong backing...

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Sun Oct 15, 2017 10:22 pm
Mg3 tripod HK worth?

Last post by Schwartzer « Tue Sep 12, 2017 11:04 pm

by Schwartzer » Tue Sep 12, 2017 11:04 pm

Anyone know what the going rate for a HK MG3 tripod is going for to sell it quickly? Great condition with scope and battery pack for the light.

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Tue Sep 12, 2017 11:04 pm
Unloading a belt with the belt loading machine?

Last post by JBaum « Tue Jun 27, 2017 8:14 pm
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by timdp » Tue Jun 27, 2017 6:53 pm

I know that belts can be unloaded with a gurtfuller, but I can't figure out how to do it.

Anyone done it?

Thanks,

T

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Tue Jun 27, 2017 8:14 pm
MG3 AA Tripod Leg Re-attachment

Last post by bbrown « Sun Jun 04, 2017 10:52 am
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Attachment(s) by bbrown » Tue May 30, 2017 7:41 pm

As part of a short term project I removed one of the legs of an MG3 AA tripod. Turns out I didn't really need to do that, but now I need to put it...

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Sun Jun 04, 2017 10:52 am
Mg42 ammo can, original or yugo

Last post by motley13crue « Wed Feb 15, 2017 6:13 pm
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by motley13crue » Tue Feb 14, 2017 7:59 pm

Does anyone have pictures showing the difference between original German ammo cans compared to yugo cans? I just bought one and its stamped...

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