M1917 Matching numbers

[rayj101]

Hi All, Question: Should the barrel serial number (under the ejection rod) match the serial number of the weapon (found behind the crane). Also, any way to research the army inventory number which appears on the butt? Thanks, Ray

 

[rayj101]

Hi All, Question: Should the barrel serial number (under the ejection rod) match the serial number of the weapon (found behind the crane). Also, any way to research the army inventory number which appears on the butt? Thanks, Ray

 

[DRB]

The number behind the crane is an assembly number the number on the butt is the serial number and it should match on the barrel and cylinder as well.