I am new to this site, and while I have enjoyed collecting 99's for many years, many of you are far ahead of my knowledge base.

Ok, to the point. What is a Lever Boss Code, and where is it located? I have been told it is "above the lever" but can't find it.

Any chance somebody can post a photo of this?

Thanks!

It's in the oval between the serial # and lever bolt.You'll see a number and a letter.Magnifying glass will help

Ok, I found it.

What does it mean?

Does it confirm dates of mfg or something else?

Also, what if a 99 does not have one?

Has the LBC always been used?

Thanks sqweeler! You have been a big help to me.

Bob

Starting in 1949 A,1950 B and so on.It's the letter telling the year,numbers are the inspector

Thanks!

Only means something from 1949 through 1970. Might be there on other years, but it's just an inspection stamp. And they skipped the letters O and Q.