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Thanks, DG1. I should have specified--I'm in Oklahoma, so stopping by the shop is not an option. Any more info from your end would be appreciated.

Thanks, M.R. I guess no one knows of Mr. J.E. Moates and his work?

Custom Mauser in .243 Win. by Aiken, S.C. gunsmith J.E. Moates. Any info on Mr. Moates and/or his rfiles will be appreciated.

And one more:

And a pic of the forearm:

Here is a pic of the grip. The checkering is absolutely flawless.

I have a beautifully built custom Mauser in .243 Winchester. On the magazine floorplate, it says "made by J.E. Moates." I have found a little info about Mr. Moates online, but, as he has passed away, there is not much info to be found. So, can someone on this forum tell me a little--or a...