So, it turns out the weird pattern in the bore was in the grease, my bad. Bore looks like new otherwise. I agree it's likely a refurbished unit, given the finish isnt correct. As for stampings there...
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So, it turns out the weird pattern in the bore was in the grease, my bad. Bore looks like new otherwise. I agree it's likely a refurbished unit, given the finish isnt correct. As for stampings there...
I'll post another photo. They arent scratches, but outward bumps in that pattern.
https://imgur.com/a/JKkacJv
The lines actually look outwardly formed rather than indented into the cylinder, if that makes sense? Also, you're thinking this gas cylinder was blasted, re-parkerized (its a bit green) and packed...
Need help identifying an M1 garand cylinder please! Bought as NOS USGI in the grease. Seller said he believes post war Springfield. Has only the W or M mark on top of the rear ring. No obvious...
Awesome, thank you kindly good sirs!
Hi, I bought this bayonet sight unseen and didn't notice the plum colored blade in the pics. I then noticed the lack of manufacturer stampings and the phillips screws. From what I can find online it...
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Hi, wondering if I could get some help finding out if this Garand is correct based on drawing numbers? The rifle is 1955 Springfield Armory serial 5,4xx,xxx
Reciever: F 6528291
Barrel: SA...
Thank you hugely for the replies! Raw linseed oil it is!
Curious if a BLO regimen will darken a handguard on its own or if I will need do do something else. I have a 1942 L.B. that I aquired in excellent condition for an early rifle. However, it had...
Looking for an unserialized Long Branch stamped Lee Enfield No4 or No5 magazine in good/great condition, in Canada. Will pay well!
Thanks in advance!