I have had over 300 grips through my hands but this one’s identity has alluded me!
I think it is 1930s, it has the appearance of a Percival aircraft but I have not found any aircraft that fits the bill (besides it appears to not be ‘rudimentary’ enough).
The grip is covered in string painted brown/black. There is provision for gun triggers (like a Fury/Hart/Hind)
There are markings: T939, 01-521322 (last digit I think is a 2). G2CP.
Any help appreciated!
By: Rocketeer - 4th January 2006 at 09:19
Thanx very much Matt, much appreciated
By: OzMatt - 4th January 2006 at 08:35
Hi Rocketeer,
A surprising photo to see on here, mainly due to your location. It’s surprising because of the type of grip that it is. Instantly identified by my slightly type-obsessed eyes, it’s from the Aussie made CAC Wirraway. They first rolled out of the factory in 1939, so your guess of it being 1930s is correct.
The part number for the Wirraway grip is 01-52132, so that should be enough conclusive evidence for you. Not sure what the T939 or G2CP codes mean. Nor am I sure why there is an extra ‘2’ at the end of the part number. If you’d like, PM me for an e-mail address to send some close up photos of the markings to and I’ll see if I can assist any further.
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Matt
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January 3, 2006 at 11:53 pm