After removing at least three layers of paint, I found etched writing on what I think is part of the battery box. I think it survived because I used paint remover and only mild sanding. What looks like a “Q” in the photo, actually looked more like an “a”. I traced over it with soap stone so it would show up in the photo. The writer did this with light fluid motions, but it still managed to etch steel. I first thought this might be the markings of a battle field film crew ( scene 73, WWII, real 2 of 3), but because it seems to be under the paint, I suspect it was inspection / manufacturing notes.
