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Perhaps the letters represent successful measurement of inspection criteria? Although I do note that there are some slight differences in the lettering between mine and the one shown in the knowledge section on a no4mk1 LB. Mine has a Z where there should be a C. As well, mine has the addition of the larger number 9.
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One here "C5" and one "12CD5"
Mystery!
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Cocking piece
This one is in a '42 LB MK1*
Attachment 52559
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That is a Jim Dandy looking sporter as far as they go, so I would be inclined to leave it and use it as is. I cannot see any gain to be had by buying somewhat expensive restoration parts and still ending up with a non original gun. That is about the first sporter I have laid eyes on that I would probably pay a significant sum for as an extra hunting rifle to enjoy.
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This is a Parker Hale sporter!!! Leave it as is as I suspect they will become collectible in time!!
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Originally Posted by
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This is a Parker Hale sporter!!! Leave it as is as I suspect they will become collectible in time!!
May I ask why you think this is a PH sporter? Because the ramp is a Parker Hale product?
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Hi Limpetmine, Basically yes, but the proof could be the small PH stamp on the right rear of the action? Don`t know how many PH made,but there are a lot of them for sale on TM here in NZ
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Does the finish appear correct for a PH sporter though? My own Standard No4 has a much darker finish than this one appears to be?
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If it's a sporter it's a bottom-end one: no sporting stock or barrel markings. I would say the value of restoring a MkI Long Branch is far greater than the value of preserving what might be a Parker Hale chop job.
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