Everything is too crisp, too clean for it to have any age. The alpha-numerical font type also does not stand up to scrutiny. It is a simple, post WWII style of lettering. The finish on the stock is without any sign of handling, no patina.
If you look at the muzzle, the way it was machined with a very steep angle toward the bore screams late, IMHO. Older barrels were forged with a consistent, gradual wall thickness.
I suspect it was made in the 20 th century possibly for the African trade using a few old parts and new stock and barrel.
My copy is not available, but the old Shooter's bible always had listings for these modern weapons made for trade to the Belgian Congo and the like.
It's a pretty good looking gun (except for the back-action lock, which I am extremely prejudiced against, for personal, visual reasons), but, has no real age.
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