Anyone know this 'smith.

M. S. Albuquerque , probably working in the 60-70's. Maybe longer

I don't know. If anyone would know, some one at Ron Peterson's in Albuquerque NM would.

https://ronpetersonfirearms.com/

Ron Peterson's has been at the same location since the early 1960's. Noticed that they are no longer open to the public, that must have happened after COVID.

thanks I sent them a note

Found out he was in Flushing, ny.

Any story on why he pcked Albuquerque as a signature?

Manuel S. Albuquerque.

Not sure how long he was in NYC. My buddy had 2 rifles built by him. Not even sure if he did the work or was a GC.