70 Year Old Mystery ❓️Unboxing 20 mm M3 Breechblock Slide Plate #unboxing #surplus #army #military

Published on September 12, 2024
Duration: 0:51

This video unboxes a 70-year-old military surplus part: the Right Breechblock Slide Plate Assembly for a 20mm M24/M3 gun. The component is found preserved in cosmoline, wrapped in aged paper, and features original ordnance markings. The presenter identifies the part using a technical diagram and highlights its excellent condition, indicating it's likely New Old Stock.

Quick Summary

This video unboxes a 70-year-old military surplus part: the Right Breechblock Slide Plate Assembly for a 20mm M24/M3 gun. The component is found preserved in cosmoline, wrapped in aged paper, and features original US Army Ordnance markings, indicating it's likely New Old Stock.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Package Overview & Age
  2. 00:09Unboxing the Vintage Package
  3. 00:18Revealing the Cosmoline-Coated Part
  4. 00:26Identifying the 20mm M24/M3 Breechblock Slide Plate
  5. 00:28Detailed Inspection & Ordnance Marks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the specific firearm part being unboxed?

The video unboxes the Right Breechblock Slide Plate Assembly for a 20mm M24/M3 gun. This is a historical military surplus component, estimated to be around 70 years old.

How was the 70-year-old military part preserved?

The part was found coated in a thick layer of cosmoline, a petroleum-based grease used for long-term rust prevention. It was also wrapped in aged, grease-resistant paper within its original packaging.

What markings are visible on the 20mm M3 breechblock slide plate?

The slide plate features the distinctive 'flaming bomb' symbol, which is the official mark of the US Army Ordnance Department, indicating its military origin and authenticity.

What is the condition of this vintage firearm part?

The steel appears to be in excellent condition, well-preserved by the cosmoline coating. This suggests the part is likely New Old Stock (NOS) and has never been used.

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