Removing barrels from receiver nose pieces is a real bear. Even after soaking the nose/barrel sections for seven nights in "PB Blaster"; one of the best penetrants on the market, these barrels wouldn't budge. To relieve torque stresses a die grinder was used to cut 1" long slots on the receiver sides and top, in line with the barrel threads. Belt sanding removed more material along those cuts. Torch heat and more sanding (see receiver section on left) finally freed the barrels.
Bottom foregrip after 3 applications of oven cleaner. Steam iron was used to steam out minor dents. Wood is black walnut. A mixture of Minwax Dark Walnut and Minwax Cherry stains (oil based) will provide close to original color of dark brown with hint of red. Final finishing to include hand rubbing with mixture of beeswax, turpentine, and boiled linseed oil (BLO). All wood to be refinished in same manner.
"S" marked frames by Savage. Virtuall all internal parts also "S" marked. Note "teardrop" shaped safety on lower frame, as compared to round safety on upper frame. Pistol grip on bottom is aftermarket, square and very uncomfortable compared to original pistol grip. Grip has been reshaped into virtually exact shape as original.
One line U.S. Property marking - readable from the receiver front - is by Savage. Auto Ordnance Corporation used a two line marking, readable from the receiver rear. This particular marking has been included in our receiver build up. See the TSMG Engraving page.
Carry case is old, heavy duty, plastic tool box - the kind that fits behind pickup truck bench seat. Large bay holds both frames, with stocks and pistol grips attached. Middle bay holds both receivers, with foregrips attached. Small bay holds magazines. Box has since been lined with foam and red velour. Note our SOT Class II license. 