Zebulon said

There were actually four (4) pre-64 Winchester factory sight hoods, designated, from low to high.
#3276 for the Model 94 and others
#3277 for the 24" Model 64 and a few others
#3278 for the Model 70 except for some obsolete calibers,.and 71.
#3279 for the Model 52 Sporting
JWA has published a comprehensive chart showing measured dimensions of these except for the #3279, specimens of which nobody could find to measure. 
The #3276 and 3278 are by far the most common, although genuine WRA parts are expensive. 
Seewin has said the 3278 actually looks better on the 52 Sporting and that is what I have on my 52C Sporting. 
I would want to know whether the Ocala relicas are made of formed spring steel or if they were investment cast. My experience tells me investment cast pieces that thin are too fragile. 
  

Yes, but if you're not wanting to go down those rabbit holes, their "quickies" are pretty good quality. I couldn't speculate on the materials, but I would say they're pretty high quality given the uglier versions out there. AperturesNmore also has the best repops for the 69/72 family...Jeff turned me onto those. I'm keeping a few from both of those sellers in stock since I always seem to need one.

Is Jeff's chart in one of his books or is it floating around on here somewhere?

oldcrankyyankee said
 I knew what they were and still typed them incorrectly. Stupid fingers!!
  

We can start calling you "Fat Finger Freddy" (FFF)

Anthony said
Very Nice Tom!
 
Thanks for sharing!
 
Tony
  

Thanks Tony. Like I stated in my earlier post these are not typically my thing. For one thing I can see the lack of QC in the wood to metal fit as typical of post WW2 production. And to me 94 eastern carbines are a dime a dozen. I could fill closets with them, but I like my 86's with a smattering of other stuff.

steve004 said
Tom - 
That is a nice looking pair of carbines.  The .25-35 chambering was a nice bonus on that carbine.  I can see how it wasn't in the cards to resist this deal.
  

Steve, those are typically not my thing, but it was a friend and he wanted to unload them. The 25-35 came with 6 boxes of ammo. 3 modern Winchester and 3 of those Hornady leveralotion. If you knew what I paid for I might be called a crook. . My heart is not connected to these guns so IF someone thinks they might like them send a PM and we can talk. On the other hand I have wanted a 25-35, and a flat band too. So I guess im saying for what I paid for them they can sit in a safe for now, they don't eat much.

Bert H. said

oldcrankyyankee said
I will ask this, please note the front sight hoods. They are not the same. Are they correct for the respective guns?
  

The sight hood that is beveled on both ends is original. The hood with the straight back edge is a repro.
Is the magazine tube end cap slotted or smooth on the Flat Band Carbine?
1498770 = 1948
1568330 = 1949
If you want the exact dates, contact Pauline Muerrle.
Bert
  

Bert, the mag tube end cap is smooth. Thanks for fixing the dates. I knew what they were and still typed them incorrectly. Stupid fingers!!

Thanks for sharing!

Tony

Jeremy P said

oldcrankyyankee said
I will ask this, please note the front sight hoods. They are not the same. Are they correct for the respective guns?
  

Bert beat me, but if you're interested in repops, this eBay seller has some good ones...here's the one you need: https://ebay.io/m/No0fTd
Be warned though the listing is kind of broken, it won't combine shipping if you buy more than one. Just call their store in Ocala, FL and they'll ship for $7 no matter how many. I have the number if you need it.
  

There were actually four (4) pre-64 Winchester factory sight hoods, designated, from low to high.

#3276 for the Model 94 and others

#3277 for the 24" Model 64 and a few others

#3278 for the Model 70 except for some obsolete calibers,.and 71.

#3279 for the Model 52 Sporting

JWA has published a comprehensive chart showing measured dimensions of these except for the #3279, specimens of which nobody could find to measure. 

The #3276 and 3278 are by far the most common, although genuine WRA parts are expensive. 

Seewin has said the 3278 actually looks better on the 52 Sporting and that is what I have on my 52C Sporting. 

I would want to know whether the Ocala relicas are made of formed spring steel or if they were investment cast. My experience tells me investment cast pieces that thin are too fragile. 

That is a nice looking pair of carbines.  The .25-35 chambering was a nice bonus on that carbine.  I can see how it wasn't in the cards to resist this deal.

oldcrankyyankee said

I will ask this, please note the front sight hoods. They are not the same. Are they correct for the respective guns?
  

Bert beat me, but if you're interested in repops, this eBay seller has some good ones...here's the one you need: https://ebay.io/m/No0fTd

Be warned though the listing is kind of broken, it won't combine shipping if you buy more than one. Just call their store in Ocala, FL and they'll ship for $7 no matter how many. I have the number if you need it.

oldcrankyyankee said

I will ask this, please note the front sight hoods. They are not the same. Are they correct for the respective guns?
  

The sight hood that is beveled on both ends is original. The hood with the straight back edge is a repro.

Is the magazine tube end cap slotted or smooth on the Flat Band Carbine?

1498770 = 1948

1568330 = 1949

If you want the exact dates, contact Pauline Muerrle.

Bert

Serial numbers are 1498770, 30 wcf. 

1568330, 25-35 wcf.

I will ask this, please note the front sight hoods. They are not the same. Are they correct for the respective guns?

oldcrankyyankee said
Sorry for the pics. Anyone that can, feel free to flip them. I am some what retarded with computers. What's worse is Bert told me how todo it and I can't remember!!!! 
  

And that is why you are supposed to take notes!

Please send me the serial numbers (for the survey).

Bert

Mike