R Peck,

I have a modest collection of BRNOs. I have never examined a Model 21 made as early as 1945. I am friends with the gentleman that edits the BRNO section of the BLUE BOOK OF GUN VALUES - note that it shows the lowest observed serial number at 14,410. Since that issue was published, not less than two lower numbers have been found and confirmed. I would like to see a picture of your number an proof year if you do not mind. Change to email format: beartrax at consolidated dot net.

Thanks.

From the BLUE BOOK:

MODEL 21
6.5x57mm, 7x57mm, 7x64mm (scarce), 8x57mm, or 8x60mm cal., featherweight style design of the small ring Mauser type action, with (post-1949) or without 20mm dovetails on receiver ring and bridge, 20 1/2 or 23 in. barrel, butterknife style bolt handle, double set triggers, 2-leaf rear sight, checkered pistol grip walnut stock with cheekpiece and plastic buttplate/grip cap, small Schnabel forend, sling swivels included, noted serialization is 14,410-40,604, mfg. approx. 1946-1956.