Another INGLIS thread

[Tom E Gun]

Hello;
I have recently purchased an Inglis Hi Power. Although I have done my best to research this pistol, on the net, I was hoping for a little extra help.

First, here is the pistol:



My first question is about the finish. In person it appears to be a dark gray parkerized finish with a slightly green tint. The previous owner is sure that it is original and it certainly looks it to me. However my research leads me to question this because the serial numbers appear to be parkerized and not stamped after finishing. Were there any Inglis pistols that were stamped prior to finishing in the factory?

My next question is about the serial number. Would this number date to approx June or July of 1944?

I recognize the partial Dominion of Canada Proof mark on the slide and frame, but what are the other marks?

Last question: Is it possible that the strange marks on the front of the grip are remnants of the original sticker? I don't know how well the photo shows it, but there is a faint red character near the right grip panel (top of the lower photo below).



Thanks for any help or comments
Cheers
TEG

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