PeteM;
I have no doubt your observations here are absolutely correct. Mentioned this not as corrections to your statements, but as the probable source of the statement that Belgian bbls were brazed. Your statements on these late percussions & their intended destinations would tend to agree with Starr's mention of many being of poor quality. All things considered I think if seeking an original ML shotgun, I would much prefer to find a good condition English one even one of ordinary grade as my Hollis.
