Bren gun mk1 relics off Dynamo May/June 1940

[prospecteur59]

Dear friends hello.

Here are some relics of the "Operation Dynamo", lost by the BEF on the beach of the Dunkerque, in May / June, 1940 during the Operation Dynamo
Extra standard(barrel) in it's shell of solidified mud

Reciever / breech completely uncovered

Other bren, partially uncovered of time and thrown (cast) into the sea.(Excavation from 2007)

Bren, suit, found in search (excavation) by a friend, approximately 10 years ago

Identical, after restoration and neutralization (de-activation).

Other Bren, in magnificent state of preservation (conservation), after a stay of 50 years in the sea water, during its discovery.

Identical after restoration and neutralization. Some pieces which were damaged were replaced, for its complette restoration.


Heavy sustained fire tripod


amitier johann

[Spitace41]

Wow, theres nothing like seeing a weapon recovered from the field of battle and restored. Amazing finds

[packin9]

Fantastic job of restoration!!!!

[Gary J]

Excellent restoration !!!!

[Cameron Stockton]

Hi

Great restoration!

[mad_ideas]

amazing restoration!

how do you go about it if you dont mind me asking?

regards Mad.ideas

[Good Pwny]

Cool post!

[talltom]

brilliant restorations on a relativly rare gun

tom

[prospecteur59]

bonjour

je vous remerci pour vos commentaires

amitié,johann

[Elliott1940]

Great finds and superb restorations Johann - thanks for posting. Have you found many Lee Enfields?