The different grades of wood weren't cured together, rabbit. But they were later shipped and/or stored together which contaminated all the wood. Even after they were taken off of the ships and dunked in the water and then all put together in Belgium. Your buying a Diana Grade salt gun for $1895.00 pretty much tells the story of how a large majority of collectors feel about the salt era guns. But some people did get lucky. I just never felt like taking the chance of buying one at any cost. And my Grade 1 20 gauge doesn't have low grade wood on it. Most collectors and dealers avoid the salt guns. Good luck.
Last edited by Jimmy W; 11/23/06 02:54 AM.
