Hun Helmet

Hello, I too bought a berthier and it's on the way. I just sent payment for it. Here is the auction link, http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=44003675 I think mine is a latter version with the magazine extentsion. I am in the USA and no laws require we de mill our old rifles at least not yet. Can you tell me more about why some european nations have laws requiring such awful things be done to such old works of art and history? I don't undersatand why the ammo can't be banned instread. Mike

Thanks for that bit of info. I looked at mine and see I have a SMLE BSAco. Mk III made in 1918 with a Crown mark. For some reason my rifle looks in older condition then some made before mine. Mine is really dark wood as if oiled obsessivly. Small nicks all over it but over all in great condition. I paid 125.00 w/bayonet for 20 dollars additional back in the early 80's at a gun show. I think I got an excellent example. The SMLE is my favorite battle rifle from WWI and was the first in my collection of WWI battle rifles I am building. I just now picked up a French Berthier and am awaiting delivery by mail. mike