Fantastic and interesting thread, got me thinking is there any UK company that produce non working replicas of the type that was fitted to Hurricanes and Spitfires complete
with inert .303 bullets with links.

Runway06,

Thank you for the heads up but I always find spitfire spares OTT with pricing.

Regards

Jason

Thank you AM maybe not however please read the word” given” with in the original post..if its free then take it in my world

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Hello All,

Thought I would post an update on the Harvard column I am now the proud owner of.
Have finally managed to clean up the spade grip, found the AH 2040 markings on the rear of the grip, with the column all I did was wash it some soapy water,followed by just using some polish, using the original threaded pins I re attached the spade grip, was also given a new machined brake lever for it.

Can anybody give me some ideas on how I should preserve it now, should I paint it black then thread some string around it followed by insulation tape to replicate the original covering, also any ideas where I can get the firing button and any other bits for it.

Thank you for any ideas etc

Regards

Jason

Sadly hanging by the testes would still be not punishment enough if ever these toe rags are caught.

Jason

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Pleased to attach a photo of the destruct button and switch in a Spitfire MkVb, one has to switch the toggle switch on, then lift the flap marked “DANGER” then depress both the push buttons at the same time.Hope this answers part of your question.

Regards

Jason