Strange Stampings on Left Side
 

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This is a S42, 1936, all matching. But...there are a series of 8 circular marks next to the SN and it also appears to have an "a" stamped next to it as well. Meaning???? Rework by the Russians?

I stand subject to correction by those more knowledgable.......but I believe these to be an East German rework mark, I don't know about the "a", unless there is an "a" underneath the SN on the front of the frame, and they decided to add one to the SN on the receiver! :confused:

Harry,

Hugh is correct. I think the "Daisies" are VOPO stamps( DDR police). They are East German.

Ron

Thanks--appreciate the very prompt replies. You guys are GOOD!

The 'Daisies' are most likely some sort of attempt to obliterate the marking below it. There was most probably a DDR police mark below it.