Model 3 1st Model Russian questions

[Injun Ryder]

I posted the following on the Smith & Wesson Forum and did not get too much information so I thought I would post here.


To keep it simple, here is the link to the original post: http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-antiques/323779-model-3-1st-model-russian-questions.html

[St. George]

I read your query - and concur that it's likely that someone had far too much time on their hands, and was trying out his electro-pencil.

'Western Arms' was a name used by more than one supplier - there was one in Lincoln, Nebraska for awhile - even put out a catalog quite similar to the old 'Shooter's Bible', but without the articles.

(Just so's you know - there were no import marks on Garands until well after the 1968 GCA - in the '50's, they were still issued as a primary Service Rifle until the adoption of the M14, and stayed in issue in the Guard and USAR, and it would be quite some time before they could be re-imported.)

Your best bet is that they may've supplied the film industry.

Good Luck!

Vaya, 

Scouts Out!