Hi all
I just got this 81 and have a question about the buttstock fit.
Does this look like a replacement or did the factory send out guns fit this way?
(I'm used to the fine wood-metal fit of the 8s)
Also, can you tell me about these 3 marks on the bottom of the reciever - sorry, pic didn't come out very well - these are 3 identical symbols, like a loop in a string
81 fit and finish
Re: 81 fit and finish
Fit and finish on later production 81's tended to be lackluster compared to earlier rifles. From what i've seen, you wont find a better fit/finish than on the earliest of Model 8's (those that haven't been tampered with). Your rifle looks completely normal. Nice find!
The markings are inspector marks.
The markings are inspector marks.
Cam Woodall
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