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  1. Soviet PPSH Manufacturers Markings Chart

    in Russian Submachine Gun Forum

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    On 1/30/2022 at 3:01 PM, Roland the Thompsongunner said:

    A friend had one years ago but not sure if his was marked like that or not. I do have an original magazine adapter but that is all I ever found. Always wondered how the barrels looked and how they were marked? Thanks for the above info

    Any chance I could impose on you for as many pictures of the original as possible.....and perhaps even the loan so I can make accurate measurements. I intend to reproduce these and would like to make them as accurately  as possible. All I have been able to inspect have been reproductions. if not tied to a gun and if you are interested....I'd love to discuss a purchase?

     

  2. PPSH-41(r) conversion

    in Russian Submachine Gun Forum

    Posted · Edited by Mad Machinist

    2 hours ago, BillyDixon said:

    years ago i got a couple of the mag adapters for the ppsh-41 to use the mp-40 mags from IMI , they look great and worked perfectly, price was under 100.00, possibly made in india,, these still show up,, i think you will spend a lot more to make these today, but good luck,,just sayn

    If you still have one you will  loan or sell......call me at the shop 478 474-2990. If I make in quantity with laser cut parts that require minimal finish machning I can  make them quite economically :D Just want to inspect at least one original before I decide how I'll make them. If anyone sees one for sale shoot me a link and if original german MFG and not over $300 to $400 buy it....LOL and I'll send you cash

  3. PPSH-41(r) conversion

    in Russian Submachine Gun Forum

    Posted · Edited by Mad Machinist

    Probably doable but not with a relatively authentic mag adapter, as the Soumi is a double stack double feed mag., and honestly. sten mags get a pretty bad rap.....I have no issues with them when properly cleaned and tuned. The impetus for this project is I have a couple of PPSH41's to build and one is gonna have a 9mm conversion and use mags form my MP40 and MP41. Also bulding an M49/57 that will be 9mm and will convert a couple of drums for it.....but I'd like the stick adapter as well.

     

    Also with Soumi mags it is more of a permanent mod to the mag or the gun because of the way the mag is retained. MP40, Vigneron, and Sten are all retained form the side. Plud I don't want to mess with my Soumi mags as I have 2 Swedish K's and about 5 Soumi's to build :D

  4. PPSH-41(r) conversion

    in Russian Submachine Gun Forum

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    Does anyone have one of the adapters for sale .....or even just loan for inspection and drawing. I want to make these for sale through Macon Armory, I can design and make a functional one....., but I'd like to make it as authentic as possible to the original. Would like to make 3 versions....one for MP40 mags, one for Vigneron mags and one for Sten :D

  5. MP38u40 Transport Box

    in The MP38-40 - 43/44 Message Board

    Posted · Edited by Mad Machinist

    On 11/28/2022 at 9:04 AM, Rekraps said:

    Get one while they are still being made.  A real conversation starter! I keep a printed copy of Reidar Daae's research on the box, to include the German technical manual where it shows the box in a Luftwaffe van.  

    You know me.....LOL...I'm more about shooters than being historically correct......I'll probably build something similiar more to my purpose.......but that is an awesome set you have there... :D

     

  8. WTB MP40 parts kit or individual parts.

    in The MP38-40 - 43/44 Message Board

    Posted · Edited by Mad Machinist

    I buy and sell on GB as well......But I miss more than I win due to unrealistic pricing by most vendors....I also build and shoot what I build and repair as well. I have been the recipient of the generosity of the members of this board in completing projects of mine.....and have passed along a few parts as well.....This board and Weaponsguild are off limits for me as far as buying and flipping. I simply value the cameraderie and free exchange of knowledge on the boards mentioned more than I do the profit off of parts sold to me as a favor.  I am currently building an MP41 clone as I can't justify the ludicrious prices I have seen on GB....Could probably afford....but I'd feel dirty...LOL, so far I have found parts on Sturm, a buddy on weaponsguild hooked me up with a trigger and housing for $50 bucks and I got a fire control group for Richard at Apex.....as I did just pick up a 41 kit for a reasonable price, I'm gonna most likely finish putting together this one as a kit....and then either build as a semi, or pass along to another builder for my cost.....I rounded up vigneron mags in a trade with a fellow member here....and damned if they don't fit a steel airsoft magwell nearly perfectly. :D Good news is now that I have a kit, gonna have a good friend make drawings and solid models so I can start making some replacement parts for both MP40 and 41. Just have to raise funds to buy a horizontal mill and have the profile cutter made and bolts will be in production :D I just can't wrap my head around the bolts listed on GB for over $1100 bucks.....made one fellow (NOT THE OP) an offer for a damaged 40 bolt after the third relist as I enjoy repairing things like this and making them useful again, and got cursed and insulted in the most vile terms I could imagine.....FOR MAKING AN OFFER. He is a member here.

  9. Looking for an MP40 Grip frame.....

    in The MP38-40 - 43/44 Message Board

    Posted · Edited by Mad Machinist

    6 hours ago, Wiking44 said:

    Hey Rudy! Your Marne Man buddy here.

    Do you happen to have an MP40 site hood laying around? If not, keep an eye out, willya?

    https://www.dkproductiongroup.com/product/bd38-front-sight-protector/ This will work for temporary......it is a reproduction, but if  stumble across an original spare I'll holler

    Here is an original...... https://www.bergflak.com/mp/bs22.html

    Rock of the Marne!!!!!

  16. Looking for an MP40 tray or an MP41 endcap

    in The MP38-40 - 43/44 Message Board

    Posted · Edited by Mad Machinist

    19 hours ago, signal_4 said:

    ooooo where did you find that ? and do they have more lol

    I peruse gunbroker every evening :D looking for deals that people don't recognize.....I bought a lot of 3 M38 Beretta kits a couple of years back for $500 because 1. they were just in a pile in the photos, and 2. They were listed as Baretta vs Beretta..... :D sold one at Knob Creek for $850

     

  23. Looking for an MP40 Grip frame.....

    in The MP38-40 - 43/44 Message Board

    Posted · Edited by Mad Machinist

    Just picked up another parts set (85% complete) and am looking for the goodies to finish it out. I have the Philly Ord Tube, and the only thing currently missing are the fore grips/side panels, what ever you want to call them , the grips, a Grip frame, and a buffer. I have the folding stock for the grip frame, just no frame. I ordered a replacement buffer assembly from Frontline-Militaria, everything I have gotten from them so far has been excellent. Ordered repop fore grips from HistoryArms, we shall see....... so the only thing I am really at a loss for  is the Grip frame. I have one that came off a reproduction gun that seems to be magnetic and should fit and be functional.....but would really like to find an original. The kit is going up for sale as soon as I complete it......with one of Reconbobs tubes....more on that later.....

    Thanks for checking your parts bins...:D

    Glad to have the Forum back......

    Rudy

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