Custom Mauser 22-250

[Watchkeeper]

I just acquired what appears to be a custom Mauser in 22-250. I am trying to identify the "L" with a crown above it and can't find any mention of H. Schoultz anywhere. If anyone can shed some light. I'd appreciate it.

 

[Hunthigh1]

Could it simply be the owners name? My grandfather had an old browning A5 from Germany taken during the war that had 2 names stamped in it. They were not related to the building of the gun as it was not known to be custom. . .

 

[ODB]

The L and crown is the mark of King Leopold of Belgium. You have an FN Mauser, if should say: FAB. NAT. D'ARMES de GUERRE, HERSTAL - BELGIQUE on the left side of the receiver and will have a 'thumb' cut on the left side.

I have seen another rifle with H Schuoltz on it - also a Mauser, but a German one. He was very likely one of the many guys who builtt semi-custom rifles off of ex-military Mauser actions

 

[Watchkeeper]

Thank you for the info!