Thanks Michael
PeteM it is my thought that Simon worked for Thomas. Purdy Thumh
Hole actions were use as a base for many Illinois makers-Donn,
Fred Abbey, George Abbey, Joseph Butler and Thomas.These action were modified then finished in Illinois. This gun has no proof marks. I Have
a Donn which has W F K on the action bar- There was a Walter
Kisnner tha tworked for Donn(GUNSMITHS OF ILLINOIS). The actions
wree not made by Simon.
Thanks
Bill

J W McPhail