A carbine encountered today with two serial numbers has unquestionably been through an arsenal overhaul. In such instances, the serial number was re-stamped in front of the rear sight by ordnance personnel as part of the overhaul procedure in order to have the serial number visible. When the new sight was retrofitted to some overhauled carbines, it could obscure all or part of the original serial number. One of these new components was the improved rear sight that was fully adjustable for windage and elevation. When they were arsenal rebuilt after World War II, regulations called for any superseded parts to be removed and updated components installed. Can you explain why the serial number was stamped on the gun twice?Ī: Most M1 carbines were originally fitted with non-adjustable "L-type" rear sights. The two serial numbers appear to have been stamped at different times. The only unusual aspect of the gun is that it has a serial number in the normal location (behind the rear sight), but the same serial number is also stamped in front of the rear sight. Q: I recently purchased a "G.I." M1 carbine.
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