I was extremely fortunate in that 2nd Batt sourced all the parts for me for this project. You can pick up parts on Ebay.com. For example, I got all t...

Shortening the mags is a fairley straightforward process I have completed two, with another 4 in progress, to say it is fiddly is an understatement....

A lot of credit for this must go to 2nd Bat on the WW2AA forum. His help in sourcing all the parts and answering questions has been fantastic. Thank...

I second Steiner about skirmishing the MP40. I have used mine 3 times at GZ and have never felt it inadequate in any way shape or form.

Don't we look handsome Great to meet you Steiner, hope you enjoyed yourself at GZ today. 'shokt

'burnt ochre' is the colour of a powder paint pigment I bought in a local art shop. Cost about

I got a cheap steel pot off ebay last week, here's a couple of pictures of what I did to take that 'just new shiney' look away. Start to finish took...

This thread details how to use a marui UZI 220 rd innards in the AGM MP40 mag to make a hi cap for your MP40.

Nice pictures Del, Could you point me in the right direction for the correct 'badges' for the side cap, have just managed to get one on Ebay. I assume...

Thanks Steiner, Epic militaria have got a few too

Thanks guys, just gotta find me some now

Just tried the rubber band idea for bolt return, works a treat Used a red Royal Mail rubber band. Not to strong, but holds the bolt in place when mo...

Thanks for that John. The bolt handle is actually screwed to the movable part of the fake carrier. I might see if I can knock up a spring loaded handl...

Okay, ordered from Gunners on the 27th, total cost, including customs added tax came to