picked up a model 99 with '53 serial number but has 19D in the circle stamp.according to the chart it is supposed to be a single digit numer and the D indicates '52 manufacture.can someone enlighten me?
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picked up a model 99 with '53 serial number but has 19D in the circle stamp.according to the chart it is supposed to be a single digit numer and the D indicates '52 manufacture.can someone enlighten me?
Possibly a transition year build? Started in late '52 and production completed in '53? Though I don't think a 1 year date difference would change anything.