Hello Doc,
Cannot remember the details of Russ's 1920's carbine.
But this 1902 carbine is all 1902's (that is, long frame, dished toggle knobs, old style extractor, etc...). The serial number of 2180x also places it in the "correct" range for reported 1902 carbines...and the 1-screw stock lug attaching iron is also correct for the 21xxx range. I think the 24xxx range switched to the 2-screw iron which is much longer that the 1-screw iron.
But the lack of BUG proofs and the vertical C/N markings are odd. And then the totally blank front toggle is equally odd.
And then there is that grip safety that is neither narrow nor wide...quite an unusual piece.
If you can make the Reno show in November, I will make sure this carbine is at the show.
Regards,
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