Kyrie,
Funny, I could have sworn I started out with the caveat of it being an internet photo!
But, no offense taken. I would like to see a decent photo of it, in a clean state. But, even if the gunge on it is grease, and not the fault of the builder, but, whoever maintained it, I'd still probably pass, if the seller took the time to show me that, for fear of whatever that grease did to the wood. But, you are right, that wouldn't be the lockmakers fault.
If we were both around in 1946, and each had $100, you could have bought that gun, and I could have bought a 29" barreled 28 gauge Darne R10, with two sets of barrels-in a case.
I think I would have done a bit better, investment wise, but, I suppose we'd both be too old to enjoy the guns now, anyway.
Fun to think about it.
Thanks for the insight.
Best,
Ted
