US Model 1917 Stock Marking Question

[Gargoyl3]

To those who might know,

I have seen many common stock markings for the Model 1917 rifles (Remington, Winchester, Eddystone) usually indicating they were put through rebuild programs

I noticed this marking ' 6K ' where the rebuild arsenal markings would be (left side, between rear sight and trigger guard) but not entirely sure the meaning

The rifle (Remington) itself doesn’t appear to be rebuilt at all with original bluing throughout and correct intact proof/inspector stock markings

Any input would be helpful, thanks in advance!

[IMG]Model 1917 Stock Marking - Album on Imgur[/IMG]

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[CJN]

Hey, My 6-18 Winchester seems to have all correct matching "W" marked parts including stock, only the Bolt is mismatched.
all other parts seem like they have been together from day one.
has only "2K" marked on left side of stock under sights. Perhaps this is a quick check mark when a rifle is not taken apart to rebuild but just fitted with a bolt? did your shave a correct bolt in it?

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I also have full blue finish, and all correct inspector marks throughout. on stock, on metal.

[Gargoyl3]

CJN,

I am glad to hear that someone else has a rifle with a similar marking

As far as I can tell, everything is 'R' marked including the bolt and its components. It genuinely appears to be an original rifle except for this odd stock marking

I was able to pick up a copy of 'United States Rifle Model of 1917' by CS Ferris, but I have yet to really look through it. At quick glance though, I did not see anything similar to these markings that are in question

[CJN]

I've read through the book, these particular markings are not mentioned. I'm sure they are a rebuild mark of some kind. I have since replaced my bolt with a matching blue finish "W" bolt. (finding one that would head space correctly was not that easy)
And now the rifle is complete. A very honored member of my US martial arms collection.
My stock is marked with the eagle head and number stamp behind trigger guard, and a "W" and the number "42" at the fore end of the stock.

[Dannyjunkfish]

Funny. I now own this rifle that has the “6K” mark. It’s the exact one you posted a photo of.

I ended picking it up because it’s one of the highest known serial numbers. For a Remington 1917.

[CJN]

Very nice, sounds like a fine example.
If you don't mind my asking, since it is late production, does it have the small notch cut in very back edge of bolt sleeve?

Right at bottom left rear edge next to cut out for sear.

Thank you,

[Dannyjunkfish]

Very nice, sounds like a fine example.
If you don't mind my asking, since it is late production, does it have the small notch cut in very back edge of bolt sleeve?

Right at bottom left rear edge next to cut out for sear.

Thank you,

I’ll let you know. When I get it. Payment is waiting to clear. Should have it late next week.

I found this thread, by searching the “6K” marking.

It’s serial number: “655243”. The last known one in Ferris’s book. I’ve seen only one other higher, in its military configuration. Saw a couple of sporters higher. Those were likely not completed military rifles though…

[CJN]

Thank you. I would be very interested to hear details about this rifle and how it looks.

[Dannyjunkfish]

Thank you. I would be very interested to hear details about this rifle and how it looks.

https://www.gunbroker.com/item/932764498

Well this is the listing^

[CJN]

That is a nice M17. looks nearly new.