Stamps On Buttstock

[tsmgguy 0]

My B series JSAR butt stock had what appears to be two small stamps on the flat inside of the magazine swell area. They are a capital A (or upside-down V) and the number 4, each about 1/8 inch in height. Any idea what these signify? The assembler's initials, perhaps? Thanks!  

[tinsoldier 0]

 

 

 

29 minutes ago, tsmgguy said:

Just noticing that my B series JSAR butt stock has what appears to be two small stamps on the flat inside of the magazine swell area. They are a capital A (or upside-down V) and the number 4, each about 1/8 inch in height. Any idea what these signify? The assembler's initials, perhaps? Thanks!  

I believe Joseph Scott posted about this a while back, he believes they relate to which shift made the stock.  I think he also stated that he's seen more stocks stamped in this location, as opposed to pistol grip area.

 

[tsmgguy 0]

Photo found on the internet while doing a search for "M1941 Johnson Rifle butt stock":

 

[ArtR 0]

Back in 2010, this was Brian Alpert's (RIP) discussion on stock markings.

[tsmgguy 0]

2 hours ago, ArtR said:

Back in 2010, this was Brian Alpert's (RIP) discussion on stock markings.

Thanks!