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Very nice!
Looks similar (but not identical) to a Francotte 28b I once owned.
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Last edited by BillK; 10/30/15 08:17 PM.
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he he he New data  A reproof First proof by *S Second proof by *T Yes now at 75mm Thanks for the additional pictures Mike
USAF RET 1971-95 ![[Linked Image from jpgbox.com]](http://www.jpgbox.com/jpg/57865_80x60.jpg)
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Can you estimate its age?
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We can date it for sure.
Kind Regards,
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I see on the action flats that it looks like it was proofed with EC No. 3 powder at some stage. Interesting that it has stood the 3" proof test. I would still stick to the standard 2 1/2" cartridges to prevent being kicked to kingdom come though. Lagopus.....
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I don't think the S and T indicate the powder used for proof. I read them as standard Belgian inspector's marks.
The shot and powder markings on the barrels forward of the flats indicate a gun initially proofed between 1897-1903. The choke mark, also forward of the flats with one number over another, came along later (1910-24). Perhaps a reproof at that time. Although unusual to find a 3" 20ga back then.
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