JJ is already in possession of my other AJ Aubrey 34 12 gauge with 32" heavy (heavy!) bbls... he and George will see this one as well.
Your comments on the butt pad certainly make me wonder. First, I have seen (on your photo site) other Aubreys with this same AF and Co butt plate. Second, on this particular gun, the letter "A-F and Co." have been ground flat leaving the rest of the banner in perfect condition.
I suppose that it's possible that someone picked up a random plate that happened to be made by the company that "became" the Meriden Company and then went to the work to grind the original lettering off the plate..... but that seems a stretch... especially if it happened twice. I suppose it could happen, but it seems more likely that the company recycled parts they already had in house.
Any thoughts regarding that line of thought Pete? Does anyone know the condition of the other early guns that have been located?
And yes, I'd be happy for you to add the photos to your library.
Shane
Last edited by shanebevel; 09/20/13 03:04 PM.
