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    QHMC, Late War, Firing Pin & Trigger Marking Correct?

    Guys,

    I have an QHMC, serial #4,843,424 produced in approximately mid March 1944.

    The firing pin is marked "BM-Q" in a rectangle. I can not fine any reference in War Baby or Riesch for this marking. The only thing I can find is War Baby marked "B-Q" in a rectangle.

    The firing pin appears to be a type "I" converted to a type "II" by grinding, see the below photos.

    Would you have any idea where the "BM-Q" came from? Re-arsenal or post war rebuild etc.?


    Also the trigger is marked "LT" only, not "LT-Q" as War Baby states it should be for late production. Appears to be a type "II" trigger. Any thoughts on any of the above would be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks,

    320 th

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