Larry,
Likely it is a model 185. I can't tell from the photos if it has ejectors. The next step down AT THE TIME THIS GUN WAS MADE was the model 135 which was similar with a little less engraving and extractors. The 185 was right below the start of the diamond quality models.
The thing that is confusing with Daly models is that the particular model number really depends on the time period in which it was made and sold. Some models came and went (e.g., the model 155) and others models were grouped together or later broken out based on their features. This is what causes so much confusion in the Prussian Dalys. That said, the post-1900 model structure is a lot less confusing than the earlier guns.
Ken
Ken--Thanks very much. Yes, that gun does indeed have ejectors. Right now they're tripping when the gun is opened. Once that issue is taken care of, it will be heading my way. Looking forward to shooting it!
Anyone have any idea what a 185 sold for, around 1912 or so?
Come to think of it, I'm finally getting around to the real CLASS Daly. I've previously owned Belgian, Italian, and Japanese-made Dalys (both OU and sxs in the latter case). Nice to finally acquire one of the originals!
Last edited by L. Brown; 03/03/09 09:44 AM.
