Remington Rand 1911a1 Markings [cracked]

: Applied after the final finish was laid down. On original finishes, bare metal or white metal is often visible at the bottom of the stamp indentation. Provisional Proof Marks

: Prefixed with "No." followed by the unique serial number. remington rand 1911a1 markings

The receiver holds the legal identity, military acceptance stamps, and inspector marks. Right Side Markings : Stamped above the serial number. : Applied after the final finish was laid down

Below that, the model designation:

The logo was slightly compressed and moved toward the muzzle to clear the slide notch. "NEW YORK" was abbreviated to "N.Y.". Type 3 (1944–1945): military acceptance stamps

Use oblique (side) lighting and a macro lens. Stamps should look stamped (displaced metal) not laser-etched (flat/smooth).