FN switched to a solid left receiver rail (no thumbcut) about 1948 for their commercial actions. I agree with vonmazer- probably 1946-1950 period. Any help identifying this rifle would very much appreciated Thanks Cottoneye. Unusual is the Crown with the number '7' below and the letters that I believe are FSR The Number 7 also appears on several parts. There is NO crest below them on the large ring ( it has all the measurements of a large ring Mauser) low 4000 serial number, I think I spotted a faint 'Perron' Liege Proof mark Barrel only has the calibre marked on it and single number “1” seams to appear on almost every part of the receiver and Barrel. Exercices du chapitre 5 exercices sur le chapitre 5: hacheurs et onduleurs. Than the assembly stamps and serial number.

Help with Rifle Identification - I think it is an FN Mauser 98. From my own research I think it is a Belgium FN Mauser 98 It's my bosses and he let me use it indefinitely, but I. Hey all, Just needed some help Identifying a rifle. I recently acquired an old Sporter for a decent price, well I believe this one probably started out as a Military gun and someone might help me identify some of the markings on this receiver. I know this Board is mostly for Military Mausers.