So I was looking for a butchered sporter to convert back to military glory, but I've got a line on a 1943 Longbranch No4 MkI* for a very good price... A phenomenal price considering the prices I'm starting to see. Especially considering it has the correct micrometer sight that I've paid nearly $100 a piece to replace on my last two rifles. Visually it looks very good, but I'll probably still have it restocked with a new birch set I have in my closet at home. But on to my question...

Looking at the photos it looks like it's been parkerized. The coloring is very similar to my 1903a3. Anyway, I'm wondering if this was normal as I've never seen it. It won't dissuade me from the rifle, but I am curious.
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