Parker and Hunter Arms both introduced their .410s in 1926.



This ad appeared in 1928, but it is not certain Baker Gun Co. (then owned by Folsom) ever made a .410



What was going on in the mid-1920s that caused US makers to produce .410s? Only an attempt to expand market share and some "me too ism"? When did Ithaca first offer a .410? What about the other makers?
Rapidly becoming squishy minds want to know Thanks!