| Place | Oceania: Australia |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | RELAWM30622.008.002 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm component |
| Physical description | Metal, Plastic |
| Place made | Australia: New South Wales, Port Kembla |
| Date made | 1941 |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
Bolt for Owen Mk1 Sub-machine Gun : Australian Army
Description
Bolt for Owen Mk1 Sub-machine Gun. The trigger box is marked OWEN 9MM.MKI.42 LYSAGHT.PK.AUSTRALIA PAT.PENDING and the serial number. The butt is a 'skeleton' type made from steel strapping. This weapon is fitted with a Lee-Enfield webbing sling.
History / Summary
This Mk1 Owen sub-machine gun is one of the first production batch made at the Lysaght's factory.