Fred,

The Rodda company is still in existence in Kolkata (formerly Calcutta) India under Indian ownership and they still have the old records. But dealing with them can be a real pain in the neck. I would personally suggest contacting Erich Schoder, the last Mannlicher employee who recently reintroduced the old Mannlicher Schonauer rifles into production for information. He has access to a lot of the old archives. There is also the Mannlicher Collectors' Association who would be able to help. And, in Massachussetts, there is Tom Tompkins an advanced Mannlicher collector and expert who would be able to help.

On our site, also PM Don S. My guess is that Don has not seen this post or he would have been most happy to help.

And, apologies for not doing this first - congratulations on one more lovely rifle in your collection!

Hope there are many more in the future.

Very good hunting, my friend!