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Letter to Chesterfield Tube Co. requesting the supply of air bottles for the Admiralty.15th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img218
Confirmation of handover and specification for 1/4 gallon rectangular oil tins for a 40mm gun.15th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img219
Reply to Captain Green regarding responsibility for mounting design during wartime.16th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img220
Letter to The British Power Boat Co. Ltd. requesting drawings of a boat's stern for an artistic representation of a gun mounting.16th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img221
From the Director of Navy Contracts regarding a charge for adaptors for Q.F. 2 pdr. Mk. XIV. Guns.17th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img222
Submission of a design for an identification plate for a 40mm Naval Gun.17th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img223
Voucher form for the rail shipment of two drums of mineral lubricating oil.17th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img224
Letter to Admiral Whyham enclosing scheme drawing QR.243 for a mounting tested at Portsmouth.18th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img225
Modifications to a bronze cradle to fit a shoulder piece, with a final drawing to follow.18th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img226
Following up on a telephone conversation and enclosing a consignment note for two drums of mineral lubricating oil.19th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img227
Request from the Admiralty for the scrap value of unrequired Oerlikon mounting adapters.19th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img228
Modifications to an armrest for a Type BD Naval Gun.19th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img229
Drilling, boring, reaming, and rifling operations for 40 m/m barrels.20th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img230
Table of specifications for various stages of 40 m/m barrel manufacturing.20th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img231
Blueprint detailing the machining operations for a 40mm barrel.21th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img232
Blueprint detailing various machining operations on a component.21th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img233
Jammed recoil mechanism on Gun No. 11242 due to incorrect assembly.18th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img234
Correct procedure for handling an issue with adjustable washers on a Pedestal Mounting Type BD Gun.21th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img235
Letter to The British Power Boat Co. Ltd. regarding gun mounting particulars.23th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img236
Correspondence regarding a jammed recoil mechanism on a 40mm Naval Gun due to omitted washers during assembly.23th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img237
Zone of fire for a Type BD Gun on a Motor Torpedo Boat, referencing blueprint A.24313.23th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img238
Letter from the Admiralty acknowledging receipt of a drawing for a 40mm mounting scheme.24th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img239
Correspondence concerning alterations to a pedestal gun mounting due to difficulties with the Admiralty.24th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img240
Letter from H.M.S. EXCELLENT detailing trial modifications to an ejection chute and a loading platform.25th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img241
Small-scale project for a loaders platform on a Type BD Gun.26th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img242
Letter to the Admiralty regarding modifications for a QF 2 pdr. Mk. XIV 40 mm. Naval Gun mounting.31th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img243
Modifications to adjusting washers for trunnion pins on a 40mm gun mounting.25th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img244
Meeting notes concerning the production, mounting, and development of 40mm guns.30th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img245
The development and installation of 40mm and half-inch guns, including range modifications and related contracts.30th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img246
The need to obtain invoices for expenditures on Oerlikon Mountings parts before submitting a figure to the Admiralty.25th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img247
The Type B.3 40 m/m gun mounting, specifically the trunnion pin assembly.30th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img248
Letter from The British Aeroplane Co., Ltd. to W.A. Robotham at Rolls-Royce concerning gun and cannon installations on aircraft.31th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img249
Letter discussing design considerations for gun ejection and feed mechanisms in turrets.1st Jan 1940Box 175 \ 3  img250
Notes on the alignment and range of adjustment for fixed guns on aircraft.1st Jan 1940Box 175 \ 3  img251
Specifications for aircraft gun mounting alignment, tolerance, and dispersion.1st Jan 1940Box 175 \ 3  img252
Specifications for gun mounting adjustments in two and four-gun turrets.1st Jan 1940Box 175 \ 3  img253
Letter to Messrs. Marshall Bros. regarding a sample brush for a 40mm Naval Gun cleaning rod.31th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img254
Dispatch request for one gun cleaning brush to Marshall Bros. Ltd.31th Oct 1940Box 175 \ 3  img255
Letter to The British Power Boat Co. Ltd. regarding a power mounting for a 40mm gun.2nd Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img256
The temporary suspension of work on a tool box due to insufficient information.4th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img257
Contracts with the Admiralty for gun drawings, tracings, and mounting adaptors.5th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img258
Confirmation note for handing over one set of rods for a 40mm Naval Gun clearing brush.8th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img259
Requesting payment for a set of rods for a 40 mm Naval Gun.8th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img260
Telegram concerning the dispatch of toolkits to Commander You G. at H.M.S. Excellent, Portsmouth.12th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img261
Design and provision of a toolbox for a 40mm gun, Type BD.12th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img262
The difficulty re-assembling a 40 m/m Type 'BN' Naval Gun No. S.4872.12th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img263
The rusty condition of a boat-mounted gun due to exposure to the elements and lack of maintenance.10th Oct 1939Box 175 \ 3  img264
Urgent shortage of essential tools for a 40 mm Naval Gun, Type BL.12th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img265
Difficulties in designing a tool box for a 40 mm gun due to changing Admiralty specifications.17th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img266
Note arguing against the Admiralty's request to include three screwdrivers in a kit when only one is required.12th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img267
Letter from R. T. Young to Mr. Robotham regarding the urgent requirement for handbooks and toolboxes.12th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img268
The dispatch, tool kits, and disposition of a series of guns.19th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img269
Letter to Smiths Jacking System Ltd. following up on a previous request regarding portable hydraulic jacks and trunnion fittings.20th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img270
Letter to the Empire Rubber Company requesting a quote and delivery time for a tubular rubber seal for a tool box.27th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img271
Confirming the handover of a blueprint for a No. 1 service tool-box for the 40 m/m Naval Gun and discussing its construction.28th Nov 1940Box 175 \ 3  img272
Listing the tools and equipment for a 40mm Naval Gun, Type BD, and requesting a sample leather tool roll.4th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img273
Letter requesting details for a power-driven mounting for a new gun.5th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img274
Letter to Hall & Hall, Ltd. regarding a specific Sorbo rubber mounting for a tool box experiment.5th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img275
Requesting another copy of a print (PL.70) for a portable hydraulic jack for Mr D. Sessions.6th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img276
Distributing one copy of a drawing and one copy of a preliminary handbook for the 40 mm. Type BD Gun.6th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img277
Acknowledgement of receipt for a 40mm gun installation drawing and preliminary handbook.7th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img278
Letter to Smith's Jacking Systems Ltd. regarding a proposed bumper fixing for portable hydraulic jacks.11th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img279
The design and production of a No. 2 Service Tool Box for a Naval Gun.12th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img280
Letter to Mr. Barker of British Power Boat Co. Ltd. enclosing preliminary schemes for a power-driven mounting.12th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img281
Letter from The British Power Boat Company requesting information on the weight of an installation with an auxiliary pump and a timeline for fitting.19th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img282
The design and production of tool boxes for a 40 m/m Gun, Type HD, for the British Power Boat Co.27th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img283
Letter to the British Power Boat Co. Ltd. regarding the prototype power-driven gun mounting and the Admiralty's lack of interest.28th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img284
Report from mechanic Morley detailing damage and repairs to a 40 m/m Type 'BD' Naval Gun.28th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img285
Cover letter forwarding a request from the Admiralty for detailed lists for designs of tools and equipment.29th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img286
The Power Boat Company's disagreement with the Admiralty on the use of power-driven automatic guns.30th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img287
Request to return various lock, bolt, and staple samples to the supplier Sidney Russel & Sons Ltd.30th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img288
Letter from The British Power Boat Company requesting a weight estimate for an automatic gun.31th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img289
Letter from The British Power Boat Company discussing the Admiralty's requirements for a 40mm gun.13th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img290
Cover letter for a report on the state of design work in the Gun Installation Section.17th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img291
Review of the design position for 40mm and half-inch gun installations in a Beaufighter aircraft.15th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img292
Various feed mechanisms and power mounting for a 40 M.M. gun.15th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img293
Gun feed positions, power mountings, and the potential installation of a ½' gun in a Spitfire aircraft.15th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img294
Installation and modification of Browning guns in Spitfire aircraft bays.15th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img295
Letter to the British Power Boat Co. regarding a report on the 40mm gun and arranging for its servicing before a boat launch.18th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img296
Secret report detailing the results and issues from gun trials on M.A./S.B. No: 19.31th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img297
Failures, defects, and missing components of a gun.18th Dec 1940Box 175 \ 3  img298
Letter discussing the feasibility of a 300 rounds per minute gun and arranging a demonstration.19th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img299
Invoice details and expenditure claim for a cancelled order of a Sample Gun Mounting QPL124.23th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img300
Letter from the British Power Boat Company discussing gun specifications and arranging a demonstration.24th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img301
Clarifying that an order for a sample gun mounting was not cancelled and requests payment.27th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img302
Request for two prints of the latest Vertical Magazine for a 40 m.m. gun.29th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img303
Weight balancing and material selection for an enlarged face shield on a Type BD gun.31th Jan 1941Box 175 \ 3  img305
The increased size and weight balance of the Enlarged Face Shield Type BD Gun.5th Feb 1941Box 175 \ 3  img306
Two alternative design solutions for an enlarged face shield on a Type 'D' gun.6th Feb 1941Box 175 \ 3  img307
Delaying schemes until feedback is received from Commander Young regarding extra weight in an armrest.20th May 1938Box 175 \ 3  img308
Request to arrange the installation of a Powered Mounting and jettison system on a 15th cwt Army Truck.10th Feb 1941Box 175 \ 3  img309
Relative merits of forward and rear magazines for 40mm guns.11th Feb 1941Box 175 \ 3  img310
Description of a forward type gun magazine, its loading cycle, and safety interlock mechanisms.11th Feb 1941Box 175 \ 3  img311
Letter to the British Power Boat Company regarding a demonstration of a 40 mm gun and power-driven mounting.27th Feb 1941Box 175 \ 3  img312
Letter from The British Power Boat Company regarding gunnery trials for a 40 mm gun.13th Mar 1941Box 175 \ 3  img313
Letter to Smith's Jacking Systems enquiring about a replacement engine-driven pump for a hydraulic jack system on a truck.17th Mar 1941Box 175 \ 3  img314
Letter to The British Power Boat Co. Ltd. regarding the availability of a 40 mm power-driven gun mounting.18th Mar 1941Box 175 \ 3  img315
Letter from The British Power Boat Company, Ltd. to Mr. Robotham regarding waiting for a gun to be sent South.22th Mar 1941Box 175 \ 3  img316
Letter about a new sample radiator thermometer for an outstanding order of 500 units.20th Apr 1920Box 175 \ 4  img001
Sample thermometer from the Cambridge & Paul Instrument Company for the instrument board.23th Apr 1920Box 175 \ 4  img002


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