As no one has chimed in here yet, I'd opine that it is the product of a well-versed and talented machinist/shooter who built this rest for his own use. Anyone?
No, no markings whatsoeverLooks like one of Roger Ahrens early builds. Quite a few copies
around.
No I.D. stampings anywhere ??
I have no idea.Just curious, how much did your buddy pay for this front rest?