Definetely the most confusing part is the M8 MICH marking on the stock, and I doubt it stands for USS Michigan as they probably would've put the full name down instead of an abbeviation. Also I understand that stocks this age are usually much darker from dirt and grime however I don't think it was neccessarily refinished as the carvings are still so well defined and visible. If it was refinished that would require the wood to be sanded thus fading away the carvings.