Italian Marked M1A1 ? Or Put Together?

[painter777]

While back I brought up that you don't come across the Italian FAT and YEAR stamps on top of the barrel chambers, like we use to see. Here's a picture of the marking I'm speaking of.... and below it a link to my earlier post about it.

https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=61723

Today while searching around looking for a legit ( ) M1A1 Para Trooper I came across this one and noticed that it appears to possibly be a similar marking. Best Viewed If You Can Magnify It :




I've never really took the time to really study the Para Stocks. Please look over this stock and pass along your comments.
More information and pictures here: http://www.gunbroker.com/item/710101988

Thank You,
Charlie-Painter777

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[Snowman1510]

I don't believe M1A1 handguards had those vents cut into them. Nor does the stock have finger grooves cut in. Not the U.S. version anyways.

[USGI]

I kind of like it. Not sure why the barrel channel at the front is cut off so blunt, but I like the piece on the LH side to catch the butt plate when folded. Also like the finger grooves and the ventilated handguard. The cross bolt piece at the back must be to reinforce the cracked area. I'm not sure if the action could be original to the stock, but the leather and rivets look like they've been around for awhile. I've got a hunch it's a modified US made stock, nicely done. Neat bag too, I've not seen those before, but haven't looked through all of my books yet. You need that one Charlie! - Bob

(it does look like a FAT stamp)

[twh]

The problem is that even if the stock was originally an m1a1 stock it has been so heavily modified that it's only value would be as a curiosity. I agree with you that it appears as if the barreled action is likely from an Italian used carbine and I would guess that it most likely came from the CMP originally.

[Bruce McAskill]

Beautiful and original M1A1 the seller stated. I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder but to me it's a piece of junk now. It's a shame someone took an expensive stock and did this to it. Since the carbine is an Italian return it would seem it wasn't done a long time ago. Not a 60's sporter for sure.

[BrianQ]

Neat bag too, I've not seen those before, but haven't looked through all of my books yet.

It's a spare barrel & accessory bag for an M60 machine gun.

[frankderrico]

That is why unmolested originals bring high dollars. Although there are some pieces that have value.

Best Regards.....Frank

[m1a1fan]

Looks like it went to RIA at some point.

[painter777]

Thank You Brian, Nice having you stop by. Did you almost crack a smile ?

It's a spare barrel & accessory bag for an M60 machine gun.

Why... Yes, YES It Is LOL ! And only $25.00 with Free Shipping !
Someday in a new book IT WILL BE A M1A1 Carry Case

US MILITARY MACHINE GUN BARREL CARRYING / STORAGE CASE ARMY P/N 7791009 | eBay

USGI Bob, I didn't notice the Bobbed off stock nose, Good Eye. This stock is so busy....... It has about everything except Curb feelers and spinning hub caps. Pretty hard to take it all in. Might look pretty neat on a repro stock, just for kicks. I'm not sure if this WAS a real one to start with.
Bad example I guess. I'll have to start over on my 'Time to study a real USGI M1A1 Paratrooper'
You know, I've never held one ;-(

Thx All,
Charlie-Painter777