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TheDoubleDeuce · January 24, 2013, 01:20 AM

Hey guys, I made the mistake of calling the LGS today to find out they had a M48 in stock. I won't tell you what I paid for it - yet - but please let me know what you think it's worth and any knowledge you wish to share! I don't have a working bore light at home, but the bore is BLINDING with great lands and rifling. There is a (typical?) crack in the handguard behind the rear sight.

I am guessing it's an M48, not an A, because the trigger guard and floor plate appear to be milled, but I will leave that determination to the experts. Its serial is 54,5XX with all numbers matching and smooth bolt action. Any info, thoughts or suggestions appreciated!

I still have some cleaning to do but here are the pics:

January 24, 2013, 01:20 AM	#1
TheDoubleDeuce Senior Member Join Date: January 8, 2013 Posts: 115	M48 Appraisal and Identification! Hey guys, I made the mistake of calling the LGS today to find out they had a M48 in stock. I won't tell you what I paid for it - yet - but please let me know what you think it's worth and any knowledge you wish to share! I don't have a working bore light at home, but the bore is BLINDING with great lands and rifling. There is a (typical?) crack in the handguard behind the rear sight. I am guessing it's an M48, not an A, because the trigger guard and floor plate appear to be milled, but I will leave that determination to the experts. Its serial is 54,5XX with all numbers matching and smooth bolt action. Any info, thoughts or suggestions appreciated! I still have some cleaning to do but here are the pics: