Originally Posted by gnoahhh
Originally Posted by Calhoun
I'm with Rick, I think the receiver went back to the factory in the 50's (60's maybe?). That explains the stamp. Rest of it I think is explained by swapped stock.


Makes sense, too. But what became of the original "1899" stamp on top of the receiver in that event? (Is it still there perchance, or evidence of its removal?)

I think that serial number is too early for the 1899 stamp.. ??


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