Quote Originally Posted by Johnny Peppers View Post
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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Quote Originally Posted by m4a3sherman View Post
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 M1icon was just too heavy.