Originally Posted by
USGI
Eddie, don't mind Charlie - he's our resident comedian here on the forum. Guess he missed the earlier post about your carbine's Rock-Ola parts content.
Do you know much about your Grandpa? I'm wondering if he was a machinist or gunsmith, or maybe had a friend that was? That "mid sight" install wasn't done by "Bubba" - same with the barrel crown, and the modified front sight blade. Have you shot it any yet? The stock looks like it's been shortened a bit at the back. Does it still have an original type butt plate on it? That would take some careful work to make it fit.
It's interesting to see a new thread about something really special. I know I've asked more than a "few" questions, but does your barrel have any stamped markings visible? Just one more - is that a 40 round mag shown in the gun? Thanks! - Bob