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This colonial police carbine was part of a second order of carbines numbered from 00001-6000. Only about half this contract was completed by 1949. This carbine is marked POLITE on the action as these were police issue only. The Dutch government granted Indonesia independence in December 1949 and most carbines were later converted to a 7.62 Few of these carbines are known to exist inly a dozen examples have been noted in the US market in the last 10 years. Rifle condition is good, barrel is clean showing little wear. Bolt is mismatched, small crack in hanguard. $65 freight to your dealer Australia wide (WA $75 Perth Only). 2 month lay-by available with a 20% deposit.