Mauser question need answer asap please.

[Johnny Peppers]

Mauser used S/42, then 42, and the byf as their manufacturer code. That may be what you are calling a date.

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[ronmayle]

Mauser used S/42, then 42, and the byf as their manufacturer code. That may be what you are calling a date.

No it is stamped on top 1940, I'll get the pictures of both, also where is the serial number? If it even has one.

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Ah well we eagerly await photos! Take note that on rifles made around 1940, virtually EVERYTHING will be numbered to the rifle. Screws, bands, rear sites, stock, you name it!

I noticed. Even the bolt matches as far as I can tell without taking it totally apart is that it is all original. See the value difference doesnt mean a whole lot to me, well it does some, but this rifle will be used to hunt with. The M1 was just too heavy.