British WWI Gurkha Marked Lewis Drum Magazine Chest- Grade 2 Czech Militaria Finishes vary: can be parkerized

Finishes vary: can be parkerized or blued (our choice)

the Handbook of the German Army (1940) forbade the firing of more than 250 rounds in a single burst and indicated a sustained rate of no more than 300–350 rounds per minute to minimize barrel wear and overheating

Made from the tail fin assembly of a standard 2" mortar shell placed on a wood stand

The reverse ricasso is matching etched with the BOTH the Puma-Werk Lauterjung & Sohn logo and RZM 7/27

This is the earliest version of the Martini Henry cleaning rod

British WWI Gurkha Marked Lewis Drum Magazine Chest- Grade 2 Czech Militaria Finishes vary: can be parkerizedNew Made Item: This steel chest with hinged lid has 2 side compartments each intended to take four 47 round Lewis Drums (in pouches) totaling eight drums in all. Fully marked on front of chest by leather carry handle with additional simulated WWI Gurkha Regimental markings on lid. Also useful for parts and tools. These particular cases have suffered slight damage do the exterior due to water and storage wear. Dimensions: W: 18 1 2 inches, L: 9 1 4