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Unread 10-21-2015, 10:06 AM   #4
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Originally Posted by alanint View Post
I thought this setup was unique and interesting. First I've ever heard of this aerial defense solution.
Doug, that looks like a bi-wing w/struts & cables behind him...It's an 'observers' seat in a WW I aeroplane...

Field expedient improvisation...I still say Turkish...

Crude ring mount...Clevis elevation mechanism...Gotta be a 'posed' pic as the hat wouldn't last past takeoff...

OK, I think I've figured out that string...It's a 'safety' to aim the rack skyward while he loads all 10 magazines and c0cks the 10 hammers...So he doesn't accidentally shoot someone on the ground...
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