Canadian Arsenals Limited (CAL) M14 National Match (NM) Barrel

[Yeandle31]

Hey all,

I thought I'd post some pictures of a new acquisition, a M14 National Match (NM) barrel made by the Small Arms Division of Canadian Arsenals Limited (CAL) in June of 1967.

Canada never formally entered the war in Vietnam, despite an estimated 20,000 individuals going south of the border to participate. However, Canada did manufacture a vast quantity of war materiel (ie. napalm, agent orange, bayonets, etc). Now, it seems, there is a link to Canada and the M14.

It is a NM barrel, so I doubt it would have ever seen service on a GI M14, but a thorough bore inspection suggests it has done quite a bit of shooting.

Without further ado, please see the pictures below.

















The information stamped on the barrel signifies:
CA - Canadian Arsenals
7791362 - Drawing Number for a NM barrel
06 67 - Manufactured in June of 1967
C8549 - Batch/Lot Number (I believe)



The P stamps signifies that the barrel was proofed (using a 125% charged proof round)



The M signifies that after proofing, the barrel was subjected to Magnetic Particle Inspection, to check for any fractures, defects, etc. The stylized Maple Leaf, or Technical Services Stamp, signifies that is was done in Canada, presumably at CAL-SAD.





And finally, the NM markings.



I know that's a lot of photos just for a barrel. But I found it quite interesting and thought some of you might as well.

Thanks,
Kevin

[browningautorifle]

Canada did manufacture a vast quantity of war materiel (ie. napalm, agent orange, bayonets, etc)

Not to forget the vast amounts of 5.56 headstamped IVI 70-72. Apparently to be used in continental USA only.

Your barrel seems to have an aftermarket crown...non standard to say the least.