Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

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Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by 37mm Gunner » Sun Oct 02, 2016 6:24 pm

I finally found a WWII cover for the towed 37mm ATG. Problem, I can't get it to fit. The cover is marked "37mm M3A1" which I know is the barrel that was threaded for the muzzle break. The sleeve fits the barrel with a little extra for the muzzle break (which isn't on my M3 barrel). There are two small holes worn through where the canvas rubbed against the scope mount and the corner of the tool box. There are two rounded sections of canvas in the approximant location where the wheels are. In the position the cover is as shown in the pic I can't get the zippers to come together. It may be that it needs to be up on the segments.

Any input on this?
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by philipgslattery » Fri Oct 07, 2016 10:08 pm

Wow.Great find.
If the trails are apart does it make any difference?
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by 37mm Gunner » Sat Oct 08, 2016 3:36 am

[quote="philipgslattery"]Wow.Great find.
If the trails are apart does it make any difference?
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I don't think so.
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by ordnance » Wed Oct 12, 2016 8:07 pm

Ken,

That's a really interesting cover you have and a great find. I don't recall anything by that name in the manuals, only the M87 and M90 covers for the towed gun. I managed to buy an original M90 cover this year after only 40 years of looking for one.

The early covers used a leather cup for the muzzle with a jeweled reflector attached. The canvas portion had leather pads to protect the canvas from the armor shield, sight mount, and tool box and it looks like yours might have them as well.

I always assumed these covers were intended to be used while transporting or towing the guns so it would come as a surprise if the rounded areas were supposed to go over the tires. Perhaps the intention was to go between the tires and firing segments but it's doubtful there would be enough room. On the M90, there are flaps that go between the axle and the bottom of the shield and attach via snaps and D-rings to the larger rear bag portion that covers the breech and shoulder guard.

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Want to buy Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by waterdawg2004 » Wed Jun 10, 2020 5:43 pm

Anybody making these or have one for sale?
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by waterdawg2004 » Mon Dec 07, 2020 4:12 am

Just need the canvas, I already have a muzzle cover in canvas? Thanks
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by jonsm114 » Sun Dec 20, 2020 8:01 am

would be interested in one. There are several canvas guys making covers that would do this project....

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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by ferdockm » Sat Jun 12, 2021 5:21 am

Does anyone know where a canvas cover can be had? Thanks
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by stuarthellard » Thu Aug 12, 2021 4:22 am

i am looking for a cover i have a seamstress who specialises in heavy canvas who has said if i can get the dimensions she will make one, so just need original plans of a cover

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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by waterdawg2004 » Thu Aug 12, 2021 6:57 am

No help for the dimensions but if you do find and get one built, make two or more. You can sell on this sight, I would buy one at least. Good luck with your project.
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by waterdawg2004 » Thu Aug 12, 2021 7:30 am

More pics from my computer
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Re: Canvas cover for the towed 37mm ATG

Post by W. Winget » Thu Aug 12, 2021 8:06 am

I was looking for those type shots as well, sidetracked by a Liberty Ship loadout with jeeps.
I too could use a gun cover for mine if someone started making them at a reasonable price.
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