That's a nice find.
I did some additional digging through my reference material and confirmed that the first Texan was indeed manufactured on 2/7/1952 using the receiver with the serrations on top. Sometime in 1953 they transitioned to the sandblasted receiver top.
Would be interested to know if that information is supported by your rifles construction.
Last edited by woods_walker; 02/23/16. Reason: Add additional information.
