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I ventured outside my comfort zone and bought at auction an English double, a William Powell & Son, serial number 3727. I think it started life as a pinfire. And I don't think it was ever a high-end gun. I'm suspicious that the forend is not original. I will upload pictures shortly. Can we glean anything from that serial number? Thanks in advance.
John
Edited: had wrong serial numb. Now with right serial number.
Last edited by jboger; 07/11/20 08:15 PM. Reason: corrected serial number
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I see to add a photo I need a URL. This is a complication.
I don't have a web page and Photobucket costs. Is there a free workaround?
Last edited by jboger; 07/11/20 08:15 PM.
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One poster here has access to the Powell books and my guess will be along shortly to share what he knows.
Steve
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If you have pics stored on your computer or apple product, its easy to upload them using IMGBB. Google it and its free. Also easy to use.
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Test to see if I got a picture of the breech [img] https://ibb.co/bXngL3K[/img] 
Last edited by jboger; 07/11/20 08:27 PM. Reason: new photo
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I'll post it for you (I use jpgbox.com, a free service); it indeed looks like it was originally a pinfire.: 
Last edited by Argo44; 07/11/20 09:54 PM.
Baluch are not Brahui, Brahui are Baluch
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No.3727
Sold - 29 August 1866
Capt. Worswick
Best patent breech loader
Best Damascus barrels - 12 bore 30"
Brazier locks
Horn heel plate
7lbs 5oz
26/10
Does not appear to be a Powell conversion. More pictures, please
Can you provide the "Powell's Patent" number from the action flat.
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A pretty high end gun I`d say !
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Success! I'll try to reduce the size next. In the meantime, here's a photo of the lock: 
Last edited by jboger; 07/12/20 06:03 AM.
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