All items on this page are in very short supply.  Most are one of a kind item.  Some items are applicable to more than one system.

Each blue text is a Hyperlink to a photo or another web page.  Even if you decide not to purchase anything, I hope you have an enjoyable time viewing the photos. Hopefully you find this one of the more educational and enjoyable pages on the inter-net.

M1 or M14 Rifle Items

M49 Spotting Scope, (also known as Observation Telescope) Carrying Case.  This case is the 1960's vintage molded plastic version of the WWII M27 Case.  The plastic case was designated as the M164.  It has some rust on the two lock buckles and has a split on one of the two bottom strap retainers, but the gaskets are perfect. It also has some stains where the strap was stored on the case body.  PHOTO  SOLD

M10 Cleaning Rod, Springfield Armory manufactured, packed in 1959. The older production of M10 cleaning rods is known as the best quality. After 1962 each component (section, handle, and tip) was contracted individually, resulting in sections that do not line up, loose threads and a variety of other inconveniences. This rod is packed in the black asphaltic tube, a signature of late 1950's Springfield Armory production. The rod shown is not for sale. It resides in my collection. The one for sale is not marked as well.  PHOTO  $65.00 plus shipping.

Brookfield Precision Tool Spring Guide, M14 NM. Original BPT production from 1996, it is hard to believe this item is still in its original wrap from 9 years ago. There are other quality spring guides on the market, but there was only one Brookfield.  This guide was part of the contract specification for the XM25 Sniper Rifle. Without it, you can not build a proper M25 clone. $85.00  plus $10.00 shipping and insurance, Hi. and Ak. more. PHOTO

US GI Brass Wood Repair Screws for stocks and hand guards. Here are the actual repair screws used at the depots to repair all small arms wood, not just M1 and M14.  Many collectors refer to them as "brass pins" because that is the appearance they have after having been inserted and filed down.  PHOTO  Screws are brand new, removed from original pack. PHOTO You can read all about it in this PS Magazine article from 1961. I have approximately 45 of them available. Screw is approximately 3 3/8 inches long and .993 diameter. You can now give that cracked piece of ordnance history a credible look. $6.00 each, they can be added to any item on the site to make the $20.00 minimum in merchandise .

US GI Trigger Pull Gage 5 lb PHOTO  Ordnance Part Number 8439670, National Stock Number 5220 00 233 8968. Gage was released at Rock Island Arsenal and has a sticker dated 6/95. The 5 lb weight has slight corrosion for handling. Overall condition is about 98%. The gage has a milled notch PHOTO in its body for retention of trigger. Weight, when packed is close to 10 lbs.  $100.00 plus $12.00 shipping and insurance. Hi. and Ak. more.

M1 Carbine Series

Carbine 20,000 Volt Infra Red Set Number 1, spare battery for M3 Carbine (Sniper). US Military production from Korean War, never used, never charged with acid. PHOTO  Just three are available, each one has contract markings. PHOTO  $90.00 each plus $12.00 UPS, when wrapped for shipment this one is quite heavy.

1911 1911A1 Series

Model 1912 Squad Box Cleaning Kit Brass Oiler.  This oiler was part of the cleaning kit issued to each squad for the 1911 .45 Automatic Pistol.  It was in use during and after WWI. It has a brass body and spout, no paint.   $65.00 plus shipping  PHOTO

M1912 Can, Manufactured in WWII by Stern Can Company, of Boston, Mass. Steel can for use in the M1912 Squad Cleaning Kit. New in original wrap. Note, most of the labels are stained from the preservative applied over 62 years ago and are not readable.  Can is in MINT condition.  PHOTO  $20.00 each
 

1903 03A3 Series

Case, Carrying, Grenade Launcher, Viven et Bessières, also known as the VB Launcher. The launcher was used by American troops during WWI. As it was adopted for use by American troops, Rock Island tooled up to produced the cases after the war ended. Case is New Old Stock, dated 1920. PHOTO  $75.00

1903 and 1903A3 Headspace Test Bolt.  This is the scarcer variation.  Partially finished bolts were removed from the production line and manufactured into a Field Service tool.  $90.00  PHOTO

Set of two Lateral Screws for the 1903A4 Sniper Rifle's Redfield Base. Ordnance Part Number A153176, these screws are US GI production from WWII. Still available today in commercial blue, a dead giveaway of an incorrect restoration.  PHOTO  Screws are new in grease, just 7 sets are available PHOTO  $35.00 set, shipped priority mail for $7.00.

Colt Commercial Grips from the late 1950’s through 1960’s. These plastic grips have the Colt logo and the internal hollows. One grip has slightly more of a glow than the other, but once mounted, both are not in view at the same time. It probably will not be noticed. $25.00 for the Pair  PHOTO

M16 Items

Since the first days of business I was selling original US GI and early Colt manufactured M16 parts, both military and commercial. As the mid 1990's approached, most of the older high quality parts and accessories dried up. As more and more of the market became saturated with everybody's reproduction items, I pulled out of the M16 business.  With good quality early Colt material gone forever, I sold off everything.  As I clean up the shop, I still find an occasional goodie or two.  Below are the few remaining items.

M16A1 Flash Hider Lock Washer. There was a directive about a rejected contract from 1983. PHOTO Improper hardness and gap size allowed the washers to lose their strength and that resulted in a loose flash hider.  As early Colt production was transferred to the lowest bidders, problems started to grow with contracted spare parts. Available here are original Colt production with Colt's five digit catalog number on the pack, 62126. PHOTO  Pack of ten $25.00

M16A1 Taper Pins, used for securing the front sight base.  These early pins are copied by everybody today.  This original contract insures highest quality  PHOTO
Pack of ten $25.00

M16 Grenade Launching Retaining Spring, fits on barrel directly behind the Flash Hider. Manufactured during the 1960's, this retains the rifle grenade until launched. $ 20.00 Each  PHOTO

Colt M16 Blank Firing Magazine from the 1960's. Magazine is red for visual safety and has a block to prevent loading of service ammunition. The blocks allows only blanks. Marked UI for Universal Industries, one of Colt's earliest sub contractors. This is a very scarce magazine, one that you usually see only in books. Have one only, email for price and availability. PHOTO

Colt M16A1 Pistol Grip, US GI, New in Wrap. The last replacement grip contract before the adoption of the M16A2 was in 1984. After the adoption of the M16A2, the demand for the older grips increased because not everybody was comfortable with the new design.  I have available a few grips, new in wrap, from those old days. PHOTO  Each grip in new, never used.  Each grip has the C mark inside, which was the late marking used by Colt.  If you are restoring an early rifle or a Colt SP-1, this is for you.  PHOTO   These are the last remaining new grips on the market.  $15.25 each

I also have a large pile of well used, beat up grips. These are not pleasant to look at as the fibers may be breaking down and the checkering is well worn. Black spray paint may hide some of the defects. Ideal for somebody building an early gun in which appearance is not an issue.  $5.00 each

Early M16 Non-Chromed Throat Erosion Gage with Wooden Storage Box. The gages have been around for years, but try finding the box. Box is 1969 manufacture, MINT condition, still in original wrap. Includes the gage. Box has the Ordnance Part Number marked on lid. PHOTO  $75.00 Shipping and insurance $10.00, Ak. or Hi. more.

M16 Maximum Headspace Gage, Ordnance Part Number 7799734, NSN 4933-00-070-7814. Disassembly of bolt not needed, gage is cut for extractor and ejector clearance. Each gage is new, in US GI pack.  $30.00 PHOTO

M16 Muzzle Erosion Gage, Ordnance Part Number 8448677, NSN 6220-00-155-4925. Originally designed for steel bores with flash hider attached or off. May be used on Chromed Bores by grinding an index mark from a known new barrel. The gage will then serve to compare future barrels to the index location. Each gage is new in US GI pack.
$15.00 each

M16 Deflector, Spent Case, Ordnance Part Number 9378328, NSN 1005-01-171-4778. Made for the .22 cal. GI sub caliber devices. $15.00 each

M16 Blank Firing Attachment, Ordnance Part Number 12002800, NSN 1005-00-118-6192.  Nomenclature is Attachment, Blank Firing, M14A1. Each is new unused, just a few available.  $15.00 each.

M16A1 Gage, Indicating, Firing Pin Protrusion, Ordnance Part Number 8434665A, FSN 5220-233-8988.  Produced in 1973, this set was designed to use on assembled bolts and carriers, to check firing pin protrusion. This was a depot level rebuild item, and was not available to support units. Very few were made.

Item contains the following: 

	Base Unit with markings and Dial Indicator Set PHOTO
	Dial Indicator PHOTO

More images and price to be posted shortly.

Sniper Item

Marine Corps Sniper, MC-1, Kollmorgan Rings.  Complete set, T4 marking on each.  Email for price and availability.  PHOTO

US GI Headspace Gages. See explanation below.

Caliber	Dimension & Mark	Contractor Markings	Condition (appearance compared to a new one)	Catalog No.	Price
Cal. .30	1.950 C7719M	PTW 27.7.43 Canadian Proofed	95%	G 1	$45.00
Cal. .30	1.954 D7319958B	Ind T&D Co Rev 5-28-43 Ord Dept USA	90%	G2	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.941 (reclaimed from 1.950)	41-G-200-130	80%	G3	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.944 C7719E"B"	Ord. Dept. USA	98%	G4	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.940 C7719A	FTW 28-1-44 Canadian Proofed	98%	G5	$40.00
Cal. .30	1.948 (reclaimed from larger dimension)	Ind T&D Co Rev 5-28-43	85%	G6	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.940 C7719A	Squiers Gage Co, Ord. Dept. USA	75%	G7	$40.00
Cal. .30	1.950 C7719M	Turner Gage Co Ord Dept USA	85%	G8	$65.00
Cal. .30	1.942 C7719C	Illinois Gage Co Ord Dept USA	85%	G9	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.950 C7719M	Illinois Gage Co Ord Dept USA	85%	G10	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.946 C7719G	Blanshaft Tool  Ord Dept USA	85%	G11	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.946 C7719G	Walton Gauge Co Ord Dept USA	85%	G12	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.950 C7719M	Quick Tool & Gage Co Ord Dept USA	90%	G13	SOLD
Cal. .30	1.944 Contractor Mod. from 1.950 C7719M	Turner Gauge Ord Dept USA	98%	G14	$100.00
Cal. 30 SA  Early No Ejector Cut	1.946 C7719G	S. A. Ord. Bomb Marked	85%	G15	Email for price

The above gages are military production from WWII. They are not meant to be used and are not being offered as measuring tools for checking headspace. If you want to check your headspace there are several companies that sell commercially made gages for less money, which are more accurate. With 65 years of existence nobody can certify the accuracy of these gages. They are being offered to fill the ordnance tool slots in collections.

Miscellaneous Items

US GI Republic of Vietnam Indigenous Forces Pouch. Produced in several different designs, this one has carrying capability for 1 fragmentation grenade and several AK or SMG magazines. The pouch in unmarked with US markings, but some of the fasteners may have commercial trade marks. Issued circa 1963/64 to Special Forces and Montenyard troops.  $25.00 each  PHOTO

Vietnam Era US Special Forces 50 Cap Portable Hand Held Blasting Machine, M34, Federal Stock Number 1375-567-0223.  This is a great collectible from the Vietnam Era. This water proof machine could detonate 50 caps at ¼ mile. Issue to the Special Forces, these are not easily found.  The generator arm locks in place when not in use. This machine stores the energy until the maximum is reached, then the energy is released.  This prevents partial detonations. This one was released at Rock Island Arsenal about 7 years ago. Bottom mark (not visible) indicates it was rated at 200 volts. $225.00. Shipping and insurance $10.00, Ak. or Hi. more. PHOTO  

Demolition Tape, US Army Engineer Branch.  Dual spool tape was used to calculate the amount of explosives needed for each type of charge. This item was in high use during the war in Vietnam.  PHOTO  $25.00 each

Wire Cutter, original designation is Cutter, Wire Rope, Hand Operated, US Army Engineer Branch. NSN 5110005958229.  Original 5000 Volt Military Contract from the 1980's. PHOTO  Included is a 1980's vintage carrier produced by Bolen Leather. PHOTO Cutter was highly improved over the Korean War vintage, with better insulation on the grips. PHOTO  Item is brand new, in original wrap from contractor. PHOTO  $60.00

Blasting Cap Crimping Pliers, early production, black finish. Used for crimping non electric blasting caps to detonating cord. One side is pointed, for creating a cavity in composition C4. The other end has a general purpose screwdriver. Marked KAL USA. PHOTO  $10.00 each

Blasting Cap Crimping Pliers, Vietnam Era Production, cadmium plated. Produced in Japan for American forces in South East Asia.  Marked KAL, Japan.  Slightly different configuration than above tool, but retains the same features.  Has slight corrosion from storage.  PHOTO $10.00 each

1941 Johnson Rifle Hammer Block Pin. These pins have never been on the market in quantity due to their failure rate. The pin's spring steel lock is pulled upward during removal. Eventually the spring fails and breaks from the body. PHOTO  Johnson caught on to the problem and produced a later pin with a lifter head to prevent the breakage. PHOTO  Both types are new, original Johnson Automatics production, and have their original finish, which is blackish blue.  $50.00 either one. Have just a few of each.

Holster, Pistol, M9, Left Handed, Part Number 99A-lH-P, NSN Number 1095-01-212-0200.  Original US GI left handed leather hip holster for carrying the M9 Pistol. Holster is a dull black finish and was contracted by Cathey Enterprises, a well known government contractor of high quality items. Holster is re-enforced with an internal steel liner to prevent distortion of the leather.  Overall condition is approximately 95%, or almost new. If you are that 11% of the population that is left handed and own an M9, this holster is for you.   PHOTO  $25.00 plus shipping.  (Original government cost was close to $90.00).

Mills Enlisted Man's Belt Hanger Model 1910

Produced by the Mills Belt Company, Worcester, Mass., which was once known as the Mills Woven Cartridge Belt Company. The Mills catalog lists it as the No. 621 Mills Woven Slide. The slide was issued with the Army Garrison Belt. It was woven fabric with eyelets at the bottom for attaching items with the M1910 Wire Hook. The most common application was using it to secure the M1905 Bayonet. This hanger is darker than Khaki, but lighter than WWII OD.  Due to florescent lighting, these images appear darker than they actually are.

There were two types of hangers. Type I was a solid back. Type II eliminated the solid webbing on the back and used two strips of fabric.

Some hangers had the Mills Trademark.  Here is a sample of the trademark from a Mint hanger which remains in my reference collection.  SAMPLE   Very few hangers exist today like this one, so please do not go by this sample.

As trying to describe markings can be very subjective, I have decided to use pictures. If in doubt, please look at the associated image.

All hangers are subject to prior sale.

Click on the underlined Unit Markings for a view of each hanger.

Type II Hangers	Trademark	Unit Markings	Price
Number 1	Not Visible	Yes	$40.00
Number 2	Not Visible	Yes	$40.00
Number 3	Visible	Yes	$50.00
Number 4	Not Visible	Yes	$40.00
Number 5	Slightly Visible	Yes	$45.00
Number 6	Slightly Visible	Yes	$45.00
Number 7	Not Visible	Yes	$40.00
Number 8	Slightly Visible	Yes	$40.00
Number 9	Not Visible	Yes	$45.00
Number 10	Slightly Visible	Yes	$45.00
Number 11	Slightly Visible	Yes	$45.00
Number 12	Slightly Visible	Yes	$50.00
Number 13	Not Visible	Not Readable	$35.00
Number 14	Slightly Visible	Not Readable	$35.00
Number 15	Very Visible	No	$65.00

 

Type I Hangers	Trademark	Unit Markings	Price

 

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Return Policy Every item sold is guaranteed to function as originally designed.  Items purchased which do not function as originally designed, will be replaced at no charge to the customer.  Items purchased for uses different than they were originally designed, will void the guarantee, and those sales are final.  Returned items must be in the same condition as when shipped and any alteration will void our guarantee. Call or email if in doubt, we are here to help. Items purchased and then returned due to customer error will result in a restocking charge of 25%.  In the event that item brings the total purchase below our minimum order, a $5.00 charge will be applied to the credit due.  Items returned for replacement due to customer error may result in addition shipping charges. Sorry but I cannot sell parts based upon color requests.  Nobody on the internet can match their parts with your rifle, which is hundreds of miles away.  Ask and it will be recommended you attend a gun show with those items you want to match and compare them with what is available for sale. All items for return must be tendered to the returning carrier within one week of receipt by customer.  We recommend high value items be returned via UPS to our return address on the shipping label.     Copyright Feb 2005-2007

 

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