Originally Posted by
Seaforth72
Yes, the Long Branch No. 4 MK. I rifles are scarce and especially scarce are those retaining the early features such as the "wasp waist" version of the MK. I sight protector, hinged upper band, MK. I (button) cocking piece and low wood for the non-existant magazine cut-off. Happily I have one that is as it left the factory and has a large C/|\ stamp. (Arrow inside the C)
Long Branch did use some leftover parts from Stevens-Savage late in WWII. The contract for No. 4 rifles with Stevens-Savage ended in mid-1944 and reportedly they were told to ship left over parts to Long Branch. The one Stevens-Savage part that does show up for sure as factory installed is the Mark I modified backsight that was used on later No. 4 MK.I* (T) sniper rifles made by Long Branch. Some of them, including one of mine, have the distinctive Maltese Cross stamp next to the Stevens-Savage "S".
Would you happen to have a picture of this? I for one would certainly like to see this... Not to mention feel vindicated over a few of my earlier statements on Long branches using savage parts.
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