The original receiver cover was replaced with a scope mount so I haven't a date on the rifle. I will post some pics and hopefully one of you guys can determine at least a rough estimate of a year. On a positive note, it's original bluing and no refurb stamps on the parts that I do have left lol Thanks in advance
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Is there a 4 digit number on the barrel collar?
From the features in the photos: 1950 to mid 1952.
Can you post photos of the barrel fore end with a side view of tje Front sight base and bayo lug?
Quote from: Boris Badinov on November 23, 2024, 03:29:57 AM
Is there a 4 digit number on the barrel collar?
From the features in the photos: 1950 to mid 1952.
Can you post photos of the barrel fore end with a side view of tje Front sight base and bayo lug?
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Quote from: Boris Badinov on November 23, 2024, 03:29:57 AM
Is there a 4 digit number on the barrel collar?
From the features in the photos: 1950 to mid 1952.
Can you post photos of the barrel fore end with a side view of tje Front sight base and bayo lug?
four digit code on collar is 1199 or 6611 depending on how you hold it lol
Quote from: 556slinger on November 23, 2024, 08:20:38 PM
Quote from: Boris Badinov on November 23, 2024, 03:29:57 AM
Is there a 4 digit number on the barrel collar?
From the features in the photos: 1950 to mid 1952.
Can you post photos of the barrel fore end with a side view of tje Front sight base and bayo lug?
four digit code on collar is 1199 or 6611 depending on how you hold it lol
Is the number stamped parallel to the bore or is it stamped around the collar i.e. perpendicular to the bore?
Quote from: Boris Badinov on November 23, 2024, 09:00:12 PM
Quote from: 556slinger on November 23, 2024, 08:20:38 PM
Quote from: Boris Badinov on November 23, 2024, 03:29:57 AM
Is there a 4 digit number on the barrel collar?
From the features in the photos: 1950 to mid 1952.
Can you post photos of the barrel fore end with a side view of tje Front sight base and bayo lug?
four digit code on collar is 1199 or 6611 depending on how you hold it lol
Is the number stamped parallel to the bore or is it stamped around the collar i.e. perpendicular to the bore?
parallel
I seem to recall that the parallel batch/hardness numbers ended pretty early-- i think the switch to perpendicular batch/hardness stamps started in 1951. If so it could further narrow production date
Quote from: Boris Badinov on November 23, 2024, 10:17:46 PM
I seem to recall that the parallel batch/hardness numbers ended pretty early-- i think the switch to perpendicular batch/hardness stamps started in 1951. If so it could further narrow production date
thanks ! I appreciate your help. Sad that someone made this tacticool and lost the original parts. I just lost an eBay auction for a straight collar bayonet last night.