Parker’s “Short MLE” Sight Protector – British Lee-Enfield Accessory Medals These ponchos were standard issue

These ponchos were standard issue for SANDF infantry

This compact pattern is typical of Rhodesian Air Force insignia worn on service dress and side caps

and in covert Cold War-era sabotage planning — including NATO-aligned operations

the date and style are consistent with early WWII personal presentation pieces

Parker’s “Short MLE” Sight Protector – British Lee-Enfield Accessory Medals These ponchos were standard issueAn original Parkers Short MLE (Magazine Lee Enfield) sight protector, designed and produced by Parker Hale Ltd., Birmingham, for the British Short Magazine Lee Enfield (SMLE) rifle. The protector is constructed of nickel plated brass with a hinged front cover designed to shield the delicate rear sight leaf from damage during transport or field operations. It features the manufacturers marking PARKERS SHORT MLE SIGHT PROTECTOR stamped clearly on the