This type of stuff kind of irritates me. The historical errors, and especially when an auctioneer "talks down" vintage guns. Although, I can't complain when it results in my being able to buy guns at very reasonable prices.
Here's an example of what I'm talking about, a description from an upcoming auction:
This "New Baker" Model 1886 Field 12 Ga Hammer Double Barrel Shotgun was produced by the Baker Gun & Forging Co. of Batavia, N.Y. They were in business from 1886 to 1933 and made inexpensive damascus barreled hammer shotgun before switching to modern steel hammerless guns. This example is in good condition with fair to good bores. One hammer has a modern replacement screw as does the lower tang. Basically a nice wall-hanger now.
