"dead original ww2 irwin pedersen "

[Rustship]

John,

I was one touch away from that buyit now button, just couldnt pull the trigger, congradulations. You have one and I dont.

[JOHN42768]

Bob, And why are not a CC member yet?. Thanks, I'll let you know. John ------------ Rustship, Do you know how many hours of sleep I lost the night before? I was torn between facing the possible bid war or going for it. I figure at worst it cost me 10% more then going to battle and maybe losing it. I'm sorry you didn't get it , but not that sorry. thanks, John

[USGI]

John, Of all the hobbies I've had over the years, this one seems to be staying at the top of the list now. I find it really interesting, and am starting to spend more and more time researching these guns. It's been a while since I read up on the CC information, but I think I need to review it and make the move. Thanks, - Bob

[tenOC]

Once I saw it go to 3700+, I knew it was only a day from selling with BIN.

Bob, And why are not a CC member yet?. Thanks, I'll let you know. John ------------ Rustship, Do you know how many hours of sleep I lost the night before? I was torn between facing the possible bid war or going for it. I figure at worst it cost me 10% more then going to battle and maybe losing it. I'm sorry you didn't get it , but not that sorry. thanks, John

[JOHN42768]

TenOC, It all boiled down to supply and demand in this case. I know I have not seem many nice ones around. When you think about how all those Americans and companies ,some who had no clue to building a weapon, did what was needed for the war effort, it makes you feel humble. John

[painter777]

I stumbled across this auction site today.
See the IP down on page 1.
Bolt also shows 2 punch marks.

FWIW,
Charlie-painter777

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[Bruce McAskill]

And the stock is a war time replacement as it's just marked IR.

[USAFChief]

And the stock is a war time replacement as it's just marked IR.

Or the carbine could have been rebuilt at an overseas Depot.

[Mikey51]

John, Many thanks for the time and effort you have put into communicating with us. It's a great forum, and a terrific bunch of guys. When you have time, I'd be very interested to see how your small parts line up with these. Cheers. Mike.

[JOHN42768]

Hi Mikey, I hope to have it by the end of next week. I will strip it down and clean everything up. Once I do my CC sheet I will take some photos. I have never had reason to posted a photo on this forum, but will give it a try. I'll cry Uncle if I have a problem. The vast majority of members are more then willing to answer questions and help out. This is great, as some of the questions are just not in the books. I know all are worried about the scam artist, but knowledge can help put a crimp in their activities. Carrying on History ranks very high up with me. John