Robertovich,

I cannot get my Windows 8.1 Bing translator to work. I wish it would. If the text matches the quality of the photos, this is a first class online publication.

Many years ago I worked on a pair of pre-revolution guns made up in Tula. They were box locks made to be used, and not so elaborate. The quality was excellent and it is certain that they gave and will continue to give good service. I wish I had photographed them but did not.