
Hi out there, found the site a few days ago, great place for information, wish I had found it sooner.
I have just bought in the UK a Deactivated Russian M1 (Sorry guys, but thats all we can buy here now!)
It is a Savage M1, Serial Number 68059, GEG Inspection marks. No Russian markings. No "US Property" marking. No crossbolt in the stock and a plain 'L' sight.
Complete with a Seymour 20 round Magazine. Oiler, (black crackle painted brass), brass cleaning rod and screwdriver. Came with M1936 Pistol belt,(Khaki dated 1942) and 5 Pocket Ammunition pouch. All in unissued condition.
Some degreasing later, a little linseed oil and it looks as good as new.
Can any body tell me an approximate manufacture date? Are there any records to show how many were shipped to Russia?
Keep up the good work guys, wish I could shoot one!
Russian m1