Wow that's some amazing History and information. Thank you very much. My Grandfather, was in the Military in his youthful years. I'm not sure if he received this while in Service though, or not. I'm pretty sure he may have purchased it after that considering when it was made. I would ask my Grandmother, or my Father but they both passed years ago. Sadly, I'm the only remaining member of my Fathers side at this time. Being from the Military myself I have a great appreciation for firearms and History. Thank you again for this amazing information and History and I do look forward to taking it to the range and seeing what a small piece of History and my Family brings me.