i've been watching that french gun for some time now....seller is slowly reducing the price - i think he started at $1500. i find the checkering pattern on the typically french "semi pistol grip" knob strikingly handsome....and the gun as a whole is tempting. that's a long time for original case colors to remain as crisp as they appear, but the overall condition of the gun shows little wear, and i don't see any telltale signs of refinishing - or, if so, the workman was very capable.
best regards,
tom
