Force matched - me no understand

[Bruce_in_Oz]

In many "proper" Ordnance systems, the correct procedure is to "strike" or "bar" out the original number, in such a way that it is still legible, and apply, via stamp, die or mechanical engraver, a new number.

This is STILL common practice in places where weapons are subject to "upgrades" whilst on the books. The idea is that the Ordnance / RAEME etc. boffins can identify major components' original "heritage", especially if there is a "product recall" or an instruction specifying components originally of a certain serial number range, as "obsolete" or "superseded". to be removed and replaced by a new item. USABLE parts recovered from "scrapped" weapons are pooled and inspected, then held for re-issue. Any "serial numbers" on these will normally be "barred out" as per above. After fitting of such "pre-loved' parts and final acceptance at re-assembly, any appropriate markings / numbers will be applied as per technical instructions.

The business of "All-Matching" M-1 Carbines used to amuse me. Given the number of major and minor contractors making parts and / or assembling them, there was almost NIL chance of there being any significant number that left a "factory" with a complete suite of parts made by the name on the body / receiver, especially during war-time. Ditto the 1911 pistol. And by the time they left service????

Next thing there will be a rash of "All-Matching" AR-15s.........

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