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    Validation of authenticity and valuation

    a super nice and original m-3 by R.C.CO and m-6 scabbard by Milsco. set rates excellent plus with the knife having no loose parts. grip washers are space and crack free and cross guard has the ordnance wheel stamped on the guard. factory edge blade retains 98-99% of its deep blue finish with very minimal scratches at the tip. clearly hallmarked blade is R.C.CO stamped. leather scabbard is supple with all stitching intact, no open seams or cuts in leather. clearly stamped U.S. M-6 MILSCO 1943 below the throat. grip strap works fine. this item is a super nice addition to a knife lovers collection.

    For some reason I am not able to post the pics of this one but it is for sale from a member rudy05
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    A Collector's View - The SMLE Short Magazine Lee Enfield 1903-1989. It is 300 8.5x11 inch pages with 1,000+ photo’s, most in color, and each book is serial-numbered.  Covering the SMLE from 1903 to the end of production in India in 1989 it looks at how each model differs and manufacturer differences from a collecting point of view along with the major accessories that could be attached to the rifle. For the record this is not a moneymaker, I hope just to break even, eventually, at $80/book plus shipping.  In the USA shipping is $5.00 for media mail.  I will accept PayPal, Zelle, MO and good old checks (and cash if you want to stop by for a tour!).  CLICK BANNER to send me a PM for International pricing and shipping. Manufacturer of various vintage rifle scopes for the 1903 such as our M73G4 (reproduction of the Weaver 330C) and Malcolm 8X Gen II (Unertl reproduction). Several of our scopes are used in the CMP Vintage Sniper competition on top of 1903 rifles. Brian Dick ... BDL Ltd. - Specializing in British and Commonwealth weapons Specializing in premium ammunition and reloading components. Your source for the finest in High Power Competition Gear. Here at T-bones Shipwrighting we specialise in vintage service rifle: re-barrelling, bedding, repairs, modifications and accurizing. We also provide importation services for firearms, parts and weapons, for both private or commercial businesses.
     

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    Here, for simplicity sake let's just link your thread... https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=75493

    As for the rest of your question, Rudy sells some very nice stuff and I have no doubt of it's originality. I also believe you'll find if you want an item this nice you'll pay that much.
    Regards, Jim

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    Quote Originally Posted by browningautorifleicon View Post
    Here, for simplicity sake let's just link your thread... https://www.milsurps.com/showthread.php?t=75493

    As for the rest of your question, Rudy sells some very nice stuff and I have no doubt of it's originality. I also believe you'll find if you want an item this nice you'll pay that much.
    Thank you!

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    I saw a similar M3 with the leather sheath at a large show in Portland at least 15 years ago. The price on the tag was a bit smudged and difficult to read - it looked like $190, so asked the seller if it was missing a 1 at the beginning ($1190)? I was wrong, it was missing a (0) at the end! That's the only U.S. M6 I've ever seen. - Bob

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    Quote Originally Posted by USGI View Post
    looked like $190, so asked the seller if it was missing a 1 at the beginning ($1190)? I was wrong, it was missing a (0) at the end!
    You pay to play in this game...
    Regards, Jim

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    I have about several in my collection, I just wanted to get some other opinions because the M6 color and condition threw up some red flags. I need better pics to tell, he is sending more so I can tell.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Trapper1873 View Post
    need better pics to tell, he is sending more so I can tell.
    Let us know and see after...love to see a full expose. He's had some sweet knives on for sale and I have to restrain myself...
    Regards, Jim

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