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WWII USGI M1 Carbine Recoil Plate Marked AU Ames Sword Underwood Type 3 Original
**Original WWII USGI M1 Carbine Recoil Plate – Stamped \"AU\" (Ames Sword Co. / Underwood)**
**Premium Machined Type 3 Component - Factory Correct for Underwood Restorations**
Up for sale/sale is a 100% authentic, original USGI World War II M1 Carbine Type 3 machined recoil plate. This highly collectible piece features a distinct, crisp factory-stamped \"AU\" manufacturer code cleanly located along the side extension arm.
The \"AU\" code identifies wartime production by the historic Ames Sword Company, supplying premium machined recoil plates under contract specifically for Underwood assembly lines. If you are tracking down a historically precise component to complete a factory-accurate, high-dollar Underwood rifle restoration, this genuine stamped plate is exactly what you need to preserve your build\'s peak collector value.
**Item Condition:**
* **Finish:** Features an outstanding original dark gray military parkerized finish. It displays excellent overall coverage showing honest, light character and minor wear along the edges consistent with a genuine, unmodified wartime surplus piece. No harsh pitting, tool marks, or rust.
* **Structure:** The interior mounting screw threads are sharp, deep, and entirely unstripped. The locking shoulders and indexing blocks are crisp and structurally flawless.
* **Marking Clarity:** The \"AU\" stamp is well-defined, strong, and fully legible under normal lighting.
*Note: This is a multi-quantity listing for identical-grade items. The photographs provided accurately represent the premium cosmetic state, marking clarity, and
Listing is priced PER PIECE. If you are looking to purchase multiple matching available units, please select your desired number from the quantity drop-down menu at checkout.
