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Posted: 11/2/2007 7:22:58 AM EDT
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The fact that I can not find a 601 upper has made me think I could convert a 604 to look more like a 601 upper. If I am correct all that needs to be done is sand off the l-R and replace the windage wheel and get it refinished by US anodizing. Is there something else I would need to do to make it look like a 601 that I am missing. Also do you think there would be enough material left to do the same thing to the Windage drum? Ten get it engraved to look lik an original? |
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does the 602 upper differ much from the 601? im trying to put together a 602. the upper i have has the profile under the door to match the lower. it does not have the cutouts for the triangular charge handle. it also has casting marks in the carry handle. just looking to see which features to look for on the 602 upper. |
That receiver's beautiful, man. Much nicer looking than mine. I see you have the early rear wheel drum too.  Is that one you got from the GB auctions?
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Sure is, best $55 I've ever spent!  Still wish I'd of bought your barrel. Then my 601 would be done now.
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I ever come across another one, it's yours
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The bottom one is a 601. Its the only pic I could find to show what I meant. Early 604 forgings have the same straight feature. |
There must have been a transition period for some 601 to 602 parts. The 602 upper I have is a 601 upper (angled CH area, no forge flash under carry handle), but has engraved arrow and R by a sight drum with numbers. I'll bet when the 601 parts ran out the standard 602 upper is what you have if yours has the engraved arrow and R. I'm sure an expert will be along soon with the answer. Sorry no pictures right now. |
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