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Hi all, glad I found your site.
I’ve looked around here and about for information on a “IV” stamp on the stock of my newly acquired 94 .32 win. spec. built in 1951.
I’ve seen mention of grading but only on newer rifles. How long has Winchester been using a grading system?
just want to confirm that this is an original stock (appears to be)
thanks…
May 2, 2009
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Winchester started very early grading their stocks. The 1873’s were graded with the “X” system. They range from a single X to XXXX grade.
Bob
WACA Life Member--- NRA Life Member---- Cody Firearms member since 1991 Researching the Winchester 1873's
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Thanks for the info.
I showed my new guy hand right out of the gate though…the proof mark “IV” is not on the stock, it is stamped underneath just forward of the trigger.
would love to show a pic but have given up after several unsuccessful attempts:)
March 31, 2009
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The X’s would be stamped on the side of the lower tang. Not on the wood. I doubt the IV is a proof mark. This could be some mark applied by someone other than Winchester?
March 20, 2009
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David Norman said
Thanks for the info.I showed my new guy hand right out of the gate though…the proof mark “IV” is not on the stock, it is stamped underneath just forward of the trigger.
would love to show a pic but have given up after several unsuccessful attempts:)
Hello David,
Based on this description it sounds like what you are referring to is an inspectors mark which was applied during the production and assembly pf the receiver and rifle. I have attached photos of numeric inspector stamps which are found on Model 1892 rifles. You must be signed in as member in order to post photos.
Michael
Model 1892 / Model 61 Collector, Research, Valuation
November 8, 2011
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I think almost all 94s have an inspectors mark in that location. It does not concern stock grading
January 26, 2019
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sb said
I think almost all 94s have an inspectors mark in that location. It does not concern stock grading
I have one on my 1926 Model 94 SRC. Just checked after reading this, never saw it before.
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