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While we're having this lively discussion on Belgian makers, tell me about Jean Van Maele- Supplier To The King Of Serbia...MDC
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Speaking of "Jean" have you any idea of "Jean Brevil" of French origin?
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Perhaps this man was not a gun maker, but a merchant that sold other's guns.
His name is interesting. The Jean would indicate a French speaking Belgian origin and the Van would indicate a Flemish speaking area.
Determining the origin of a gun is sometimes fraught with frustration, but can be great fun as well.
This is a name that is new to me and I hope all is soon revealed.:}
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John: He could very well be a retailer,as I said the barrel is inscribed (in French) "Supplier (as opposed to maker) To The King Of Serbia".. Thanks...MDC
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MP Sadly Deceased as of 2/17/2014
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Good on you Michael.
But I wonder if this one reference is enough to really peg this man as a maker.
Is it not unusual for a gun maker with a small shop to build hand and long guns.
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Thanks for trying, everyone, but this gun appears to be much later than 1880, Looks more like 1920s or so, but I could be wrong,, It;s a boxlock ejector, fancy back, with assisted opening..MDC
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M D et al:
This could be a case much like Carl Stiegele in Germany.
He was a master gun maker for a time and was the gun make for the King of Bavaria. Built some wonderful guns.
He evolved into a store that sold others guns and sporting goods for Africa bound hunters.
His form has now evolved into a safari outfitting concern.
From what has been posted, I think this might be our answer to the Maele question.
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