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The display was Monte Mandarino's. He has of the finest collections of classic pre-war American Custom rifles. 
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MP - Just a ?, have you looked in the "unseen" places, eg. on several stocks I have made I put my name under the butt plate. Perhaps if you have not performed this autopsy it may be worthwhile. --- John Can.
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John,
All three rifle have been completely dissected, nothing that we recognize as a makers mark or name.
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MP, I had no idea Monte had such a collection. Saw him at the Bozeman gunshow recently and had a brief pleasant chat. I'd photograph that #1 rifle if I had the chance.
I'll keep my eyes peeled for the punchmark, but I don't see that much in this genre.
Thanks again for the pix.
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On the edge of the left hand table you will see a copy of MP's book. A must have if you are interested in this kind of stuff.
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Steven, if you looking for influence or inspiration from the classic makers may I suggest that you ask Monte for a look at his Harvey Rodgers. Over the years I have located about a half-dozen Rodgers rifles and ALL of them were owned by contemporary custom rifle makers. Here is what one looks like. http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.asp?Item=65239792
Last edited by Michael Petrov; 04/03/07 02:06 PM.
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