GT,
Perhaps the new parts with numbers were part of a batch that were created and numbered as specific replacements for weapons turned in for depot repair, but the war ended and they were never mated with their intended spare parts.
They also could have been on the production line and were scrounged by occupation troops I guess.
We could guess all day [img]confused.gif[/img]
I would like to know how you find out about such parts available for sale overseas?
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regards, -John S
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