C_Davidson,

Thanks very much for the information. A great assistance. There are so many marks etc I find in confusing.

After receiving your info I had another look at the action and I cannot see any provision to attach a safety catch. From diagrams I have managed to find, the tang style safety required a hole in the butt socket which is not present on this action.

The two holes drilled on the left hand side of the action are for the attachment of a plate to hold a peep sight (which is still available with the action).

Yes the other bolt fits the action and operates and it has a safety so that may be useful.

I take it that this action/rifle was produced for the military. Is that correct? From a few of the bits and pieces it may have been a carbine???

Once again, thanks very much for the information. Most helpful.