Atholl Highlanders Visit

[FSTC]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atholl_Highlanders

The Atholl Highlanders will be visiting Athol Mass for the 1st time since 2000.

The visit is scheduled for May 29th till June 6th 2012.

They are having issues with bring their rifles into the US. (Financial)


I need to arrange the use of (ideally) 20 Lee Metfords. Lee Enfields would also work.

We will provide secure storage and Insurance against loss or damage.

Any and all help will be appreciated.

 

[FSTC]

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[ARV]

I don't live too far from Athol. Looks like something I'd like to go watch. I've got a Savage No.4 Mk.1 + blade bayonet for it. No sling though.

 

[mike93lx]

I figure the B plan for the B plan would be to outfit them with Garands

I'd loan my Garand just to see that happen

 

[KBCraig]

The first time they came, weren't we sending lead balls their way?

 

[Finalygotabeltfed]

Some congressman ought to shove a foot up the ATF's ass for stuff like this.

 

[Maninblue1861]

The first time they came, weren't we sending lead balls their way?

I believe the first two times they came here that was the case

 

[Bob P]

I believe the first two times they came here that was the case

At the price of lead today.....ah I got nothing.

 

[Rob Boudrie]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atholl_Highlanders
They are having issues with bring their rifles into the US. (I believe it has something to do with the ATF)

The Athol Historical Society is working with the British Consulate to resolve the issue.
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Have they each filed a Form 6 NIA?

The "hunting license or competitive target shooting event" requirement could be an obstacle, however, the applicant is not required to actually hunt or even have a hunting license in the state of destination. Alaska offers a small game hunting license on line for $20, which is the cheapest way to go the "hunting license" route.

 

[Feral]

I don't live too far from Athol. Looks like something I'd like to go watch. I've got a Savage No.4 Mk.1 + blade bayonet for it. No sling though.

Ditto

 

[50 BMG]

I have a couple of Enfields you can borrow. Just let me know. Ammo may be an issue. 303 isn't growing on trees.

 

[FSTC]

Have they each filed a Form 6 NIA?

The "hunting license or competitive target shooting event" requirement could be an obstacle, however, the applicant is not required to actually hunt or even have a hunting license in the state of destination. Alaska offers a small game hunting license on line for $20, which is the cheapest way to go the "hunting license" route.

My thought would be to have a Military rifle benefit shoot for the historical society. In the past shipping and baggage allowances weren't an issue. These guys are a volunteer ceremonial unit, so to take their rifles involves them paying the way.

 

[KMM696]

I've also got a No4 mk1 you can use, if you can't get Metfords.

ETA: a No4 MkI, 2 Garands, and an 03A3.

 

[dwarven1]

I've got both a Garand and a Lee Enfield No 1 Mk III* I can loan them. Have ammo for both but a bayonet only for the Garand.

 

[M1911]

I've got a No. 4 Mk I. No bayonet or sling, though.

 

[FSTC]

Added poll.
If you have multiple rifles to loan please indicate that in your post.
Any questions, feel free to contact me via PM.

If anyone has a source for bayonets please PM me a link. I realize that some rifles do not have them so if I can find a source I may be able to provide them .

 

[ARV]

I don't live too far from Athol. Looks like something I'd like to go watch. I've got a Savage No.4 Mk.1 + blade bayonet for it. No sling though.

Ditto

I figure it was already loaned out once, so why not? Besides, its stamped "US PROPERTY" just in case anyone forgets


As to loaning it, I might be able to scare up a sling at a gun show, kinda want one even if it is a repro.

ETA: have some ammo too, not sure how much and it hang-fires like a SOB.

 

[Another_David]

AR15 w/ A2 ?

Clue me in here: What do they use them for exactly? I would think if they do anything more complicated than marching around a different rifle would screw up their routine. Or do they shoot too?

 

[FSTC]

AR15 w/ A2 ?

Clue me in here: What do they use them for exactly? I would think if they do anything more complicated than marching around a different rifle would screw up their routine. Or do they shoot too?

Mostly Drill and ceremony. Most of the older guys have Metfords, but the newer guys have Enfields. AFAIK, no shooting during their official ceremonies.

 

[Rockrivr1]

I have an Ishi 2A Enfield with a sling if they are short one rifle.

 

[Maninblue1861]

I got a spare WWII original smle web sling for sale for anyone who wants it. $50

 

[matchgrade303]

got a N0.4 mk1 with sling

 

[FSTC]

Update and Bump
My club will host an informal meet and greet shoot, sometime during their visit. A local shop (Grr Gear) has offered ammo (for the owners of the rifles) and I am working on other items as well.

 

[ARV]

Update and Bump
My club will host an informal meet and greet shoot, sometime during their visit. A local shop (Grr Gear) has offered ammo (for the owners of the rifles) and I am working on other items as well.

Cool. Just let us know the date when you know (for both the shoot and the event) so I can be sure to get those days off.

 

[lupis42]

I've got a Number 4 mk 2 (probably a 1/2), which is a bit worn, w/ pigsticker, and a Garand w/ sling and Bayo.

 

[George D]

I also have two Mausers, not sure how that will be received.

 

[RichM]

I'll offer up my Garand if needed.

ETA: With Bayonet.

 

[FSTC]

Still looking for rifles for the spring!

 

[JakeF]

I have an Enfield No4 Mk1 Long Branch that I could loan. I do not have a sling or bayonet for it though.

 

[NinerMaine]

Still looking for rifles for the spring!

I have been assuming all along that we are talking about MA residents only, as it would seem tricky for out of state loaners. Would that be a correct assumption?