Mike, War Eagle! I have attached several revealing photos below. Findings: (1) "3/29"....does this mean it was manufactured March 1929? (2) SN "16141" is shown on the embedded plate in the removed forearm. (3) "16141" shows also on the barrel. I surmise this is the original serial number. (4) "16867" also shows on the barrel. "16 7x57" shows on the barrel under "16867." Does this mean 16867 is a second serial number later stamped on the barrel, at the time it was rechambered to 7x57(R)? If yes, what was the original chambering, before 7x57(R)? (5) Some proof marks are shown in the photos, but the quality is poor. I will try again later to get good quality pics and post them. What are the thoughts of the experts, in Germany and Stateside.....?







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Last edited by TexasJack; 05/01/13 07:31 PM.
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