Ssjtristan Posted May 23, 2019 Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 Hello all, I have been researching the history of the BAR for a while now and have been gathered information on part markings, manufacturer differences, etc. However, the only way I will be able to gather some information is if I can study the actual firearms. Given that this task is very time consuming and costly I was wondering if my fellow BAR enthusiasts would be willing to participate in a study. This is a great way to show off your baby and further our knowledge base. Basically, what I would like are pictures of any part markings, piece marks, proof stamps, and part pictures in general. Obviously, original and non-rebuilds are preferred but a marking is a marking and will gladly study anything that comes my way. Much like the M1 Garand, these parts changed over time with different numbers and manufacturer differences and I would love to put this information together. PM with questions and we can get the ball rolling. I have seen a few great photos on this forum already but I will not use them without permission. Thank you in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyDixon Posted May 23, 2019 Report Share Posted May 23, 2019 been there done that, get a copy of rock and hard place, should answer all your questons,, where are you located? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ssjtristan Posted May 24, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2019 Rock in a Hard place is a fantastic reference but has little on part markings, manufacturing, part changes etc. His chapter, Treatise on BAR parts is interesting but is far from a complete work. What I have read on other forums, there was supposed to be another book on what I would like to see but he sadly the author passed away prior to completion. I would think somebody would finish his work but perhaps not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GaryKeim Posted May 24, 2019 Report Share Posted May 24, 2019 I grant you the right to use any and all photos I have posted.... especially if it can help figure out the peculiar markings on my m1918 Winchester. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ssjtristan Posted May 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 26, 2019 Thank you Gary. I will do a search and see what you have posted. I may hit you up for additional photos in the future. As my research progresses I'll let you know what I find. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim c 351 Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 Ssjtristan,BillyDixon inquired as to your location. I am also making the same inquiry.Jim C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ssjtristan Posted May 27, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 I'm in good ol' Wyoming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoscoeTurner Posted May 27, 2019 Report Share Posted May 27, 2019 Great state, about thirty years ago I used to out to Guernsey to evaluate the National Guard units that trained there.I have a number of BAR parts, send me a PM with which pieces you need photos of and any details you are interested in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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