"19T" Proof Marks on L39A1

[cprher]

I have L39A1, serial number UE 72 A1224. I can find the 19T proof mark on the bolt head and the right rear of the action, at the top right of the butt socket. However, I can find no such proof mark on the bolt body, which is serial numbered (stamped) A1224, matching the action. Should there be a 19T proof on the bolt body?
Keith

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[Brian Dick]

The short answer is "yes". The serial numbers are usually engraved but I've also seen them stamped on. The 19T proof is either on the back of the handle behind the serial number or on the top of the handle where it joins the body of the bolt. Look very closely as it may have been refinished and is there but very faint. If it's not there, the bolt body may be a replacement. No big deal in my book since it happened all the time.

[cprher]

Found it, following the A1224 on the bolt handle. A strong 1, a very faint top of a 9 and a strong T.




Thanks for the help.
Keith

[30Three]

I will have to have a look at the bolt in my L39A1; the 19T is obvious on the bolt head but I had not noticed it on the bolt.
Is there any difference in the actual bolt and bolt heads of the L39 and the No4 rifle or is it just the different proof?
I see some are now proofed to 20T in UK. I believe for .308 ammo, is there any modification prior to proof at 20T?

[Mk VII]

No, it's just the present Proof House standard.