Hi all, O&M quotes contracts for Matchless machines that went to the RAF as well as the Army but I cannot find any reference to them being delivered to the Navy. I would be interested to know if anyone is aware of the Navy receiving Matchless’s and copies of photos if possible. Thanks JT

I found these two pictures. The lack of a blackout mask in both pictures may suggest that they were both taken after the war. This is confirmed by the caption on the second picture, which says "Ceylon 1946".

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Modified headlamp position on the first one! Ron

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Hi John,
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Here's one...HMS Matchless..:relaxed: ....Ian

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Sad to see that some people are always very greedy to get information, but never bother to thank the one who offers his time to do all this research.

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It's a thankless task generally Jan...I pass on what knowledge I have gleaned because I'm a believer in making things easier for others by shortening the learning curve that I've travelled....I accept that won't be acknowledged much of the time...However, I know many are appreciative even though they don't express it publicly....Ian

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Thank you all very much for your contributions to this thread The information was very useful. I’ve had an exceedingly busy week so this is the first time I have logged on since I posted my request. Many thanks JT

Jan, the information was very helpful and much appreciated. I’ve had an extremely busy week and this is the first time I have logged on since posting my request. Many thanks JT

matchless in the second picture looks to be blue with a massive tank number, i wonder if they were painted blue from factory. also the lack of rear rack and pillion seat.

barry