Raimey & Ken, thank you very much for your historical cites, references and informed comments. It is a welcome learning experience to read your posts anent the E. C. Schmidt-marked 10-bore gun, as well as an opportunity to learn more about Lindner-sourced guns.

I only wish that I had more questions to ask at this time to learn even more. After I have spoken to the seller this workweek and discussed the several points raised here, there may be more questions to ask.

After consideration of the content of your posts, I am now persuaded that this particular gun must be of 1903 / 04 vintage. The sideclips seem to be a key indicator of that suggested range, especially when combined with other equally suggestive indicators, such as the presence of Krupp steel barrels, etc. Therefore, this gun cannot be classified as an antique firearm.

The lack of a serial number, other than a "working number" located ahead of another E. C. Schmidt gun's the barrel flats, is an interesting observation. I wonder if this dearth is characteristic of Schmidt guns generally? After speaking with the seller, I will report on what was learned in that discussion. If nothing else, the information obtained may be a useful addition to the information data base, and perhaps help answer future inquiries on the subject.

Again, my thanks to all for your very informative and helpful responses. With my


Best regards,

Edwardian