Mag Question for the experts

Jim · 02-21-2002, 03:11 PM

I am considering purchase of a 1939 S/42 in the "O" block, E/63 and E/83 acceptance proofs. Pistol is in exc. shape, with two matching mags. My question is about one of the mags. One is E/63, correct Mauser number and letter markings, original (no "+"). The other is E/83, number and letter markings thinner (not mauser?) and also lacking the "+" spare mag stamp. I can accept the different acceptance proofs, as this is a transition piece bearing both on the receiver. I have trouble with the "spare" mag not matching the die stamp characteristics of the original. Is there any possibility of a legitimate matching (spare) mag with non-mauser die stamps and no "+" stamp??? Armouror's field issue or fake???

Thanks! JIm

02-21-2002, 03:11 PM	#1
Jim User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 39 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Mag Question for the experts I am considering purchase of a 1939 S/42 in the "O" block, E/63 and E/83 acceptance proofs. Pistol is in exc. shape, with two matching mags. My question is about one of the mags. One is E/63, correct Mauser number and letter markings, original (no "+"). The other is E/83, number and letter markings thinner (not mauser?) and also lacking the "+" spare mag stamp. I can accept the different acceptance proofs, as this is a transition piece bearing both on the receiver. I have trouble with the "spare" mag not matching the die stamp characteristics of the original. Is there any possibility of a legitimate matching (spare) mag with non-mauser die stamps and no "+" stamp??? Armouror's field issue or fake??? Thanks! JIm