Blueprints for The STEN MKII (complete machine plans)
WEBDec 7, 2010 · The Sten gun remained in service until the late 1950s. The most common version of the Sten gun was 30 inches (76.2 cm) long with a barrel of 7.5 inches (19 cm). It fired at a rate of 550 rounds per minute, and it had a 32-round box magazine that, however, tended to jam if more than 30 rounds were loaded.
ID of Sten Mk5 kit - milsurps.com
WEBFeb 17, 2016 · ID of Sten Mk5 kit I am working on a MK5 SBR build and am curious regarding markings. My mag well is marked "STEN MK 5" and "65 A00996" there is a small gouge in front of the "65" so I am not sure if I am missing a code letter.
Indianapolis Ordnance Sten Issue - milsurps.com
WEBOct 1, 2019 · Actually a very good question, particularly with a new-build tube. One of my buddies' Mk. III did in fact have an internal obstruction and a guy with a Mk. II had an issue with the ejector being welded just a little off center. Honing the Mk. III tube and a little judicious filing on the Mk. II ejector fixed those problems.
Sten Mk 5 - unusual markings? - milsurps.com
WEBMay 9, 2023 · I've come across a sten mk 5 with only one serial number on the mag well. There is no serial number on the underside of the front sight or on the butt stock attachment.
Unusual Sten Mk5 serial number - milsurps.com
WEBAug 6, 2015 · I purchased a mk5 Sten deac recently and am now trying to find out what I can about it. I am aware that mk5 serial numbers are supposed to commence with "VS". However, stamped "STEN MK 5" on the magazine chamber, the serial number reads "AO2774", which is prefixed by "R.O.F. 67". Unfortunately, I can't seem to find any explanation for this.
Pakistani made Sten Mk. V - milsurps.com
WEBJan 20, 2017 · I was asked if ein ever heard about pakistani made Sten Mk. Vs. He has an example stampes with "P.O.F. 65" and an "A00..." serial number. A Pakistani friend of mine is the opinion that the P.O.F. also made SMGs in the 60s but he don`t know the model. Has anyone any further Information?
Milsurps Knowledge Library - Sten Machine Carbine Mk II (Mfg by …
WEBMar 27, 2010 · A Sten MkI* took 12 hours to manufacture. In late March 1941, Turpin received a request to modify the Sten for paratrooper use, making it lighter and more compact. The resultant gun would become the Sten MkII, and the first order was placed in August 1941 with Longbranch in Canada for 17,000 guns.
Forum: Other LMG/HMG and SMG Forum - milsurps.com
WEBHey friends been a lurker for years trying to locate a sten mk2 bolt and barrel and reising magazine (s) in Canada , I have some good 5/30 sten mags... Started by BIGCHUCK , 01-04-2024 10:14 PM Replies: 4
Building the Canadian Semi-Auto STEN - milsurps.com
WEBJan 21, 2008 · 09-17-2024. Local Time. 12:46 AM. View photos by Claven2. Building the Canadian Semi-Auto STEN. Here in Canada, a semi-auto version of the STEN has finally been RCMP and CFC approved. To get one, you must build one as there is no commercial source. At this time, the only approved semi-auto STEN here in Canada is the SAS3 conversion suitable for ...
Starting a STEN Mk V SBR in the US - milsurps.com
WEBFeb 13, 2014 · I received my deluxe copy of Peter Laidler 's book on the STEN. I stayed up late last night digging through the pages. Very fascinating both from the perspective of a collector and a historian. I am finding out many details about the STEN, and am learning a lot about the various markings on the gun and magazines.