Mike Hammer Posted March 3, 2021 Report Share Posted March 3, 2021 Things were getting kind of quiet on this board so I thought I would start a new discussion. I've had this box for a couple of years now so I thought I would post some pictures. I don't recall if these boxes were ever discussed here before. This of course is a reproduction as I'm told that only a handful are known to exist. But it makes a great display for my MP38, and while it's pretty heavy even empty it seems sturdy enough to carry fully loaded, but have not tried it with the mags loaded though, don't want to push it. It weighs 17 lbs. empty. I had to do a few small wood adjustments on the interior to make the mags, loader, and sling fit better but overall it's made quite nicely. I also added the Machine-Pistol script to the exterior and the two eagles to give it more pizazz. It was made by a fellow in England for me. There's room for 6 magazines, spare sling, mag loader, recoil spring, buffer spring, firing pin, extractor, sear. Since i don't have spares on some of those items that covered compartment is empty. I can say without a doubt that I am the only kid on my block with one of these. Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSMGguy Posted March 3, 2021 Report Share Posted March 3, 2021 Yup, that's pretty cool! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank I. Posted March 3, 2021 Report Share Posted March 3, 2021 Here are some photos of an original MP40 wooden box. (not mine) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRMCII Posted March 4, 2021 Report Share Posted March 4, 2021 The original MP40 box above appears to be the one also pictured on Reidar's site, "Bergflaks Lounge", which is devoted to MP38s, 40s and MG34s. Www.bergflak.comScroll down to the bottom and click on "site map", scroll to the bottom to "MP40" box. Pics of original and repro boxes and observations about the authenticity of the "original" one pictured.very interesting..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSMGguy Posted March 4, 2021 Report Share Posted March 4, 2021 (edited) MP40 transport box (bergflak.com) WWII BOXES RATION CRATES MP Transportation box - Die Maschinenpistole 40 (mp40.nl) Edited March 4, 2021 by TSMGguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank I. Posted March 4, 2021 Report Share Posted March 4, 2021 The original MP40 box above appears to be the one also pictured on Reidar's site, "Bergflaks Lounge", which is devoted to MP38s, 40s and MG34s. Www.bergflak.comScroll down to the bottom and click on "site map", scroll to the bottom to "MP40" box. Pics of original and repro boxes and observations about the authenticity of the "original" one pictured.very interesting.....The photo of the box I posted is in the ATF vault in Martinsburg, WVA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bridgeport28A1 Posted March 4, 2021 Report Share Posted March 4, 2021 The original MP40 box above appears to be the one also pictured on Reidar's site, "Bergflaks Lounge", which is devoted to MP38s, 40s and MG34s. Www.bergflak.comScroll down to the bottom and click on "site map", scroll to the bottom to "MP40" box. Pics of original and repro boxes and observations about the authenticity of the "original" one pictured.very interesting.....The photo of the box I posted is in the ATF vault in Martinsburg, WVA. The case would have been a great way to bring one back from European Theater. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colt21a Posted March 4, 2021 Report Share Posted March 4, 2021 (edited) Repos made in Germany and also Ukraine and Czech land, i am sure many have seen these also.IT is another thing to discuss. another rich history on a well known firearm second to the Thompson to some . to others a most unique design.R.K. Edited March 4, 2021 by colt21a Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colt21a Posted March 4, 2021 Report Share Posted March 4, 2021 I had a few MP-40 bring backs And also have never heard of one of these back here in the U.S. in a 1945 1946 time frame.However about 8 years ago i did buy a rail road eagle from a woman who's husband brought one back from Germany in the 50's way prior to these being made repro's.. He purchased it in a shop from the owner that worked in the factory who produced them.at end of war he just brought one home. it was unique as the back was unfinished. Sold it to a collector in Florida around five years ago.with the paperwork on it. letter from the owner and the widow.Always great when you come across items like that a million items and a million tales. I now have a replica in its place only $900 bucks cheaper.R.K. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRMCII Posted March 4, 2021 Report Share Posted March 4, 2021 The original MP40 box above appears to be the one also pictured on Reidar's site, "Bergflaks Lounge", ....The photo of the box I posted is in the ATF vault in Martinsburg, WVA. After posting my comment and then again comparing the pattern of corrosion on the brass plate hinge on your example to Bergflak's, I suspected that the one in your pic was probably a different one. Wonder if Reidar knows about that one? Do you know anything about it's history? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnsonlmg41 Posted March 5, 2021 Report Share Posted March 5, 2021 (edited) Could be they are all fake made from the photo he found? I see Reidar's photo's, but none of the boxes have any attachment points as if they were ever attached to the wall of the truck? Then there's the concept of opening the door with the truck at an angle and the gun and contents fall to the floor. Surely there may have been a prototype and maybe some boxes made but never installed? All of the weight of the gun and loaded mags is on the side of the box pushing down and those joints were not glued. 2 miles on a road and the gun falls thru the side of the case. If you did get there, the hasps are tucked into the corner and are not really accessible and it would be hinged wrong? Maybe the truck was an Opel salesman's sample, but the construction of the case is not German military like I've noticed?Maybe they had to drill the hole in the top after trying to fit an MP38 with a hooked handle......after the fact......doh. Put a sheet metal patch on there, no one will notice. A bad day in the wood shop with no sample guns and bad drawings! I am a sucker for cool wood boxes and that one's pretty easy to make. Edited March 5, 2021 by johnsonlmg41 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TSMGguy Posted March 5, 2021 Report Share Posted March 5, 2021 (edited) Thanks to all who posted! Edited March 5, 2021 by TSMGguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pitfighter Posted March 19, 2021 Report Share Posted March 19, 2021 Great case - these are such cool accessories. I just don't have the storage room, lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pstidan Posted March 28, 2021 Report Share Posted March 28, 2021 Things were getting kind of quiet on this board so I thought I would start a new discussion. I've had this box for a couple of years now so I thought I would post some pictures. I don't recall if these boxes were ever discussed here before. This of course is a reproduction as I'm told that only a handful are known to exist. But it makes a great display for my MP38, and while it's pretty heavy even empty it seems sturdy enough to carry fully loaded, but have not tried it with the mags loaded though, don't want to push it. It weighs 17 lbs. empty. I had to do a few small wood adjustments on the interior to make the mags, loader, and sling fit better but overall it's made quite nicely. I also added the Machine-Pistol script to the exterior and the two eagles to give it more pizazz. It was made by a fellow in England for me. There's room for 6 magazines, spare sling, mag loader, recoil spring, buffer spring, firing pin, extractor, sear. Since i don't have spares on some of those items that covered compartment is empty. I can say without a doubt that I am the only kid on my block with one of these. MikeThis box is made by Martin Lake in the UK. http://www.wwiiboxes.co.uk/mysite2/images/Martin-pic.jpg His web site is > WWII BOXES HOME PAGE < which shows all the various boxes he offers. He does ship to the US, by the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1gewehr Posted April 13, 2021 Report Share Posted April 13, 2021 I just got one of his boxes. Very well made and my MP40 and accessories fit perfectly. It IS heavy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland the Thompsongunner Posted April 29, 2021 Report Share Posted April 29, 2021 Just got one too very nice and my mp38 fits well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hammer Posted May 2, 2021 Author Report Share Posted May 2, 2021 I just got one of his boxes. Very well made and my MP40 and accessories fit perfectly. It IS heavy! Just got one too very nice and my mp38 fits wellHey, how bout some pictures. Exterior and interior with contents, share the wealth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland the Thompsongunner Posted May 5, 2021 Report Share Posted May 5, 2021 Here is mine. I stained the inside to darken it a bit. All fits nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rekraps Posted June 10, 2021 Report Share Posted June 10, 2021 I just contacted wwiiboxes to order one. They look fantastic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rekraps Posted June 16, 2021 Report Share Posted June 16, 2021 Things were getting kind of quiet on this board so I thought I would start a new discussion. I've had this box for a couple of years now so I thought I would post some pictures. I don't recall if these boxes were ever discussed here before. This of course is a reproduction as I'm told that only a handful are known to exist. But it makes a great display for my MP38, and while it's pretty heavy even empty it seems sturdy enough to carry fully loaded, but have not tried it with the mags loaded though, don't want to push it. It weighs 17 lbs. empty. I had to do a few small wood adjustments on the interior to make the mags, loader, and sling fit better but overall it's made quite nicely. I also added the Machine-Pistol script to the exterior and the two eagles to give it more pizazz. It was made by a fellow in England for me. There's room for 6 magazines, spare sling, mag loader, recoil spring, buffer spring, firing pin, extractor, sear. Since i don't have spares on some of those items that covered compartment is empty. I can say without a doubt that I am the only kid on my block with one of these. MikeThis box is made by Martin Lake in the UK. http://www.wwiiboxes.co.uk/mysite2/images/Martin-pic.jpg His web site is > WWII BOXES HOME PAGE < which shows all the various boxes he offers. He does ship to the US, by the way. I called Martin and had one shipped this week. Luftwaffe Blue/Grey! He only has one left now..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rekraps Posted June 19, 2021 Report Share Posted June 19, 2021 My box arrived yesterday, less than 5 working days after I ordered it from Martin Lake. I have to say guys, it's really nice. Very heavy, well constructed. Spare parts fit just fine. I'm going to tongue oil the inside and replace his felt with real wool, like the original. Other than that, this a a great deal for a super nice product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rekraps Posted April 14, 2024 Report Share Posted April 14, 2024 For the record, BergFlak has an actual photo of the box mounted inside a Luftwaffe communications van. Now we know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillinBama Posted April 14, 2024 Report Share Posted April 14, 2024 (edited) I posted here about finding a doc holder frame, but I've moved it to the other transport box thread, more appropriate there. Edited April 14, 2024 by BillinBama wrong topic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatrick Posted November 15, 2024 Report Share Posted November 15, 2024 Is Martin Lake still making these boxes? They look great and I’d love to get one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rekraps Posted November 15, 2024 Report Share Posted November 15, 2024 My box turned out fantastic and is yet another "reproduction" that really adds to a collectors rig. I understand that Martin Lake is either retired or no longer with us. I found his box to be very well constructed and true to the Bergflak pictures of the Luftwaffe van with a box hung on the wall. Based on the positioning of the gun and magazine stops, I am convinced the boxes were real. I carry mine fully stocked with loaded magazines to the range. It always gets a crowd and is a great way to protect the gun in transit. Thus.... Transit Box! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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