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November 19, 2006
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I was feeling wistful this morning and thinking about a M1894 SRC I let go years ago – probably 40 years ago. It was a .25-35, plain in all respects except for special order side mounted swivels (like the so-called, “Belgian Congo” carbine swivels). I have never seen another carbine with these swivels. When I let it go, I scarcely realized I’d never see another. Maybe I’ll feel better when you all respond with something to the effect of, “oh, I have several”). So, what is our experience with this special order feature? Does anyone here have one? Anyone have photos of one? Anyone have the one I had?
April 15, 2005
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Steve,
I have never seen them on a commercial sales Model 1894 SRC. The French Contract (WW I) Model 1894 Carbines had them.
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
November 19, 2006
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Bert –
Thank you for your reply. Unfortunately, my wistfulness is even stronger. I am that confident the carbine was the real deal. By the way, I previously had a French contract 1894 SRC in my collection.
April 15, 2005
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Steve,
Do you remember what the serial number was on it?
Bert
WACA Historian & Board of Director Member #6571L
November 19, 2006
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SBert H. said
Steve,
Do you remember what the serial number was on it?
Bert
I sure wish I did. But I don’t even know if it was in the letterable range or not. But, someone must have it somewhere. Maybe somewhere here knows the person that has it.
