What does a punch mark at the beginning of the serial number mean? I know I've seen it discussed before, but do to being close to retirement, can't remember!
Thanks,
What does a punch mark at the beginning of the serial number mean? I know I've seen it discussed before, but do to being close to retirement, can't remember!
Thanks,
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In most cases, a punch mark in front of a serial number is a reasonable indication of USMC issuance. In a few cases, it may mean that an enterprising nefarious Bubba had a hammer, a punch, and a few extra minutes.
Hope this helps.
J.B.
Thanks John, it is an old mark obviously been there a long time.
Thanks again
Freedom is not free, the cost can be seen everyday, for it is engraved in marble, cast in bronze and highlighted with little American flags!
I suffer from CRS, but, didn't they do punch marks on early
receivers to test for brittleness?
John,
Have you (or anyone else) discovered why the Marine Corps may have put that punch mark there? (inquiring minds need to know )
Resp'y,
Bob S.
Last edited by Bob S; 02-07-2014 at 09:18.
Resp'y,
Bob S.
USN Distinguished Marksman No. O-067
If memory serves me right, the punch mark meant it had been rebarreled.
1972Doug USMC 1961-66
The serial number and barrel date match for 1934. I too would like to know the reason for the mark!
Freedom is not free, the cost can be seen everyday, for it is engraved in marble, cast in bronze and highlighted with little American flags!