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    Posted: Apr 26 2020 at 1:51pm
With it being a crummy weather day here in Ohio, thought I would post something different to look at.  This came out of Tenn. about 5-6 years ago from the nephew of gentleman who was in the service.
 

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote carbinecanuck Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Apr 26 2020 at 6:12pm
Very nice pictures of a fine looking UEF carbine.

Thanks for sharing.

Glad to see another example of a rear sight dovetail showing punch
marks holding the sight in place.

Initially I questioned whether that could be correct when I first noticed this
on my example, which is quite close to your serial number.



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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote GotSnlB28 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Apr 26 2020 at 7:53pm
They don't get much nicer than that! A fine specimen indeed.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote welbytwo Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Apr 26 2020 at 8:53pm
very nice exceptional carbine--damn cool serial and the stake marks round as they are are the real deal. one of the assemblers at Underwood did it that way
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This sweet baby looks new, not issued! Wow!
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Really nice Underwood, definitely brightened up a dreary Ohio day.
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Great pictures and a super carbine- thanks for posting.Thumbs Up
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote jangle Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Apr 27 2020 at 9:30am
Thanks for the kind comments gentlemen.  

When I received this rifle it was pretty filthy with greasy grime in the nooks and crannies.  At first glance at the rear sight I said to myself NO, thinking it had an adjustable sight removed.  But then relief as I cleaned a little and saw how it staked.

I always liked how the "U" is missing on barrel along with long leg of the P proof.

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Is the sling marked on that beauty?
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The sling is not marked.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Charles Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Apr 28 2020 at 8:01am
Looks like the most action it has seen is a dress parade. A fine specimen.
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote carbinekid Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Apr 28 2020 at 1:06pm
Gorgeous piece! Any photos of the internals?
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote jangle Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: Apr 28 2020 at 11:07pm
No, I did not take any photos of it when I had it apart.  It's on my to do list when I can get a nice overcast day and have time.
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Took a few shots of the inside of this Carbine.  
OP slide is marked WU, inside bottom.  Trigger .U., sear is U. on bottom, safety is unmarked, rear sight leaf .U., stock and hand guard are M-U.
Thanks for looking!




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Parade duty???? its only seen closet duty for last 76 years
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That is the condition I refer to as:
"stolen early". Cool
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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote 1st M1 88 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: May 04 2020 at 10:33am
Sure is a great looking Underwood.  Looking at featured carbines it seems that some of the carbines individual parts all have different shades and types of finishes. The rear sight pin on this Underwood appears blued along with other parts that contrast. I'm thinking that this would  be a clue along with checking matting surfaces for matching wear patterns would help in identifying how original a carbine might be.  Not including fake parts at this time, Would this be a reasonable assumption?  I'm trying to piece together some of this carbine puzzle for myself as I have an Inland that I took the leap on.  
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A blued pin is normal.
My sig: Seen an IP or S'G'? Add it to my registry. We'll check consecutives.
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