Quote Originally Posted by Surpmil View Post
The original specs for the No.4 given to Savage and Long Branch were no doubt copies of the drawings (and actual rifles) from the No4 trials rifles produced at RSAF Enfield in the 1930s. This is what they first produced, complete with hinged bands, waisted foresight protectors, "button" cocking pieces, forends like yours etc. Later, simplifications and economies were introduced.
This may have been the case with Long Branch, but I am not aware of Savage ever producing hinged bands nor waisted foresight protectors; however, as stated, they did produce the MkI back sights, MkI "button" cocking pieces, and early forends.