Thanks for decifering the proof marks. 1953, a little older than everyone thought. But hey, that is great information.

Thanks, but still hoping for a little more anecdotal information regarding Jaeger's import of these. Also I have heard of the rift with the nephew. Apparently Paul Jaeger was not the easiest person to get along with. I have heard stories from many people of him refusing to sell his side mount to customers unless they let him install it and mount a scope that he sold them.