Winchester M1917 S/N below 5000 - different markings

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I've heard that M1917 from Winchester with a S/N below 5000 are only marked with US, W and the S/N of the rifle. Can someone confirm that (and maybe show a picture of such a rifle)?

Thanks,

Georg

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[breakeyp]

I question that 5000 exist. Ones I have and have seen seem to top out under 4000 units.

[Chuckindenver]

Attachment 28347yup, thats a fact, i just rebarreled a 3 digit Winchester, its marked,,,U.S.
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heres a picture, serial number is covered, as its not my rifle.

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Chuck,

That is impressive. If you ever come across another one of those I'd like to have such a receiver. Guess your customer does not want to sell it?

[Chuckindenver]

i doubt that he wants to sell it, i just installed a new barrel on it for him, im sure he cant wait to take it to the range and shoot it.