Originally Posted By: TonyEJ
Thanks for the info, much appreciated! I will try to get some better photos of the proof marks, would appreciate input on those also.


Wondering about the proof marks also. The 'wedge'fore end fastener makes me think the gun is certainly pre 1875 and even before the "Mousetrap" patent of 1871.
For sure its a classic piece, the way the sidelever curves around the hammer is superb.