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MMV.30 · March 3, 2013, 07:14 PM

Picture #7 clearly shows the serial number lining up with the U.S. above it. Very early receivers also had smaller lettering with serifs which this one shows. I think it's legit. I believe your stock with double cross bolts is from 1917 and up.

March 3, 2013, 07:14 PM	#26
MMV.30 Member Join Date: December 13, 2012 Posts: 40	Picture #7 clearly shows the serial number lining up with the U.S. above it. Very early receivers also had smaller lettering with serifs which this one shows. I think it's legit. I believe your stock with double cross bolts is from 1917 and up.