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I have owned several Francotte doubles...sort of an infatuation. I don't find the differences between models clear or easy to identify. For example, differences between the model 14 and 18 boxlocks are not obvious. Similarly or worse, the differences between the sideplated models 20 and 25. Is there some source explaining and illustrating the differences? I don't know if there is any literature, like a book, about the maker and these guns. IMO these guns were really finely crafted in particular, up to about the 1930's when A&F took over.

Don’t forget the possibility that the dealers don’t know what they have. The 25E advertised at G&H is what I would call a 20E.

The 25’s I’ve had & seen have more engraving and with a flower/vine thing that looks like a long funnel.

Dealers can justify a higher price if they can convince you they have a higher grade gun for sale.