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Number 1045 has the diamond shaped around the hanger screw. Maybe the change was around serial one thousand to this pattern.

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Number 255 has the same stamp and also looks to have the same forstock pattern checkering

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Is this factory pattern not recognized early FNs. The checkering is right up to the hanger screw. I have seen three this way on three digit serial numbers rifles. I am certain they are factory original.

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When this spring wiggles out it can will problems as it slows the bolt. Good photos

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Noticed one of mine went missing on the fn board

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That is one very nice FN, congratulations on a super find .

ranman

That is one very rare rifled, a beauty ! Is this an early production rifle ?

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Very good idea, but I also fit in with the not so savvy computer realm

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Someone got a very nice FN reasonable. Stock looks to be uncut and a little elbow grease it will shine. Just add a period correct scope and you’re done. Anybody here end up with it?

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I know of one in the 28000 range that I believe is 1912 production. Looks to be original and has a pistol grip

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Looks like you did alright on this one.

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Looks like a beauty Roger. I bet it will shoot as good as it looks. Looking forward to seeing more photos.

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I didn’t recognize the scope name and will be looking for one to top off my model 8. great history lesson, great information.

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That is one hundred percent better, well done

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Two fine looking 8s . The 32 caliber is a favourite of mine and I have also had good accuracy with them.

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Very nice including the tang sight. Good score

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Awesome looking rig, shooting period correct optics on springpoles is loads of fun. Thanks for the background.

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Awesome collection of FNs, always a good day when looking at springpoles!

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I recently had this problem and found the bolt handle was rubbing on the receiver. Remove bolt handle and cycle the action with a screwdriver or dowel ( take care as you don’t want to scratch the receiver). If the bolt moves freely this is likely the cause. My rifle would work when cycled by hand bu...

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This is the screw that holds the hammer spring and trigger spring. It is under a lot of torque when factory installed and will not come out easily. It doesn’t need to be removed for dissembling the rifle. Most attempts end up ruining the slot and this may be the previous owners way of making it look...

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Yikes, I don’t think that one will rattle loose!

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I like the stamped letters of the serial number on the rear stock, I have never seen that before. Great early model 81 congrats
Edit: should have wrote front stock...not enough coffee

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The Great Remington 8 book by John Henwood suggests all 4,913 FNs may have been made prior to the outbreak of World War 1 in 1914. The book also reads the Model 1900 was dropped from FN catalogs in 1929. That’s about as close as you can get for manufacturing dates.

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Life gets in the way a lot but this is still a great forum . Lots of great information here but very few have 8s and even fewer FNs. Maybe not enough of the new generation using these old springpoles.

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FC7BD86D-CDA4-43E9-8761-D4EBBBD0CC95.jpeg . This is an FN rear sight( round barrel) and the serial number should match the rifle . Usually the whole serial number is present, but I have viewed them with only the last two digits stamped. The elevator is marked on one side only and usually has only t...

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Cam is correct, Browning rear sights have the rifle serial number stamped on the underside. The elevator is also stamped with the last two digits only.

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The barrel jacket is one of the few parts on an FN that have no markings or inspection stamps.This is likely original to the receiver as condition appears to match . FN and Remington sights may be swapped on round barrel models with no alterations to the gun. Very nice FN you have in you collection.

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That is just amazing! Can’t wait to see the finished product.

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I would think the bolt needs to be checked for cracks before firing. This is significant problem and for safety's sake should not be used. Replace the bolt and have this one looked at . LPI ( liquid penetrate inspection) can be done at some machine shops at a reasonable price . This process will ide...

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The serial number 378xx dates to 1916 according to the book . I am looking forward to see how much the scope will improve my shooting off a bag.

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I picked up a couple new old stock mounts a few years ago and have been patiently waiting for the right model 8 to appear. Adds a bit of weight but It is a good trade off.

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This one is 30 rem and was already drilled for the scope. At first glance it looks like an 81 but it’s not. Someone has installed an 81 stock on this 8 and did it well. The only down side is the bottom tang is too long but it works .

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Looks like you had a great deer hunt, and very nice buck !

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Only the price is listed, no information on making adjustments

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Welcome, the model 8 you have should be a real head turner at the range. Enjoy using the great model 8!

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More information for the Model 8 sights. Note the "special" in the title . No date that I can find.

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Welcome back

I bet all students miss you.

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Great collection of auto loaders. Great blue and cheeks now those are fine examples of how things use to be made.

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Very nice, looks like it has had a sheltered life. Bet it shoots good to !

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Looks like a home made stock not sure if it’s pine but I would guess it’s not walnut. Pretty good job and it looks better to be shape than some I have come across. Butt plate is a keeper not to many style around. How about some pictures of the rest of the old 8. What is date of manufacture.

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You will turn a lot of heads hunting with that beauty. Great piece of
Browning history and extremely hard to find in that shape. Very nice

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Fantastic job on the restoration,all by hand is definitely a labour of love.

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That is an incredible collection. Please keep the pictures coming!

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Sweet 8c

. I hope the rest of your "grand slam" are as nice .

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Spectacular to say the least! The "cheeks" and release on the front stock really add style. Moving the safety to the trigger guard also gives it a very modern look of a semi auto. Some one was ahead of the times in designing this work of art.

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Pretty cool to take the old 8s out and score with one. Great pic.

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Everything except the blue was done by myself. I like looks of any SRC,so I added one for the "cool factor". The detachable magazine has a very positive release that is easily used with a gloved hand . No more fumbling when it minus twenty!

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The blue is the only part I can't take credit for. Hours and hours of hand polishing to remove most of the deep pits. Don't know if I would do that part again, but never say never. My smith then gave it his best to make it look presentable.

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Last winters project for this fall hunt. Reblued a very rusty and severely pitted early rifle in 35 Rem. The bore had a very bad ring a few inches from the muzzle so it made a great project piece . The new stocks will be complete but not until after the deer hunt (about half done now ). Groups abou...

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the takedown Savage sounds like a great project gun. Soooo light and handy, excellent for dogging the bush. There are still very many in use up here in the deer camps. I think at that price you won't be disappointed .

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