Evolution at work (at L.C.Smith)...
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Syracuse Grade 4 (pre-1888)
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Syracuse late Grade 1 (still pre-1888 & probably a 10-gauge)
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Fulton No.1 circa 1890 (1st year at Fulton) w/lots of cracks, sadly.
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Fulton No. 1 circa 1891 (2nd year at Fulton)
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Fulton No. 1E circa 1901
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Fulton Field Grade circa 1914 20-gauge (featherweight frame)
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Fulton Field Grade circa 1930 (regular frame)

Note the changing shape of the breech balls and the lockplates over time.

Last edited by Lloyd3; 08/07/23 11:52 AM.