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John,
I sent you an email with my telephone number. I have many questions and perhaps can offer some insights. Look forward to speaking with you, if that is ok.
Regards,
Pete
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Pete:
Email on the way to you.
Best,
John
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John,
Thanks for the conversation. Your Meriden is a Model 97 Hammer gun with 30" damascus barrels. It was most likely produced in late 1910. The early 1910 guns were Aubrey's. He left or was fired in mid-1910.
The Model 97 was the top of the line Hammer gun. It has the most engraving for a hammer gun. In 1908 it sold for $22.20. The top of the line Aubrey available through the Sears catalog was the Model 58 which sold for $38.50.
As I mentioned, I have seen a very early M97 gun was very heavily stippled. As you noted, the engraving did change over time. I agree there was another "hand" at work.
Now, if I can ever track down #1906 that Tyson shows....
Pete
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Thanks Pete:
You are the veritable fountain of knowledge and a first class researcher.
I am pleased, but not surprised, that my Meriden is the top of the line. In the case of guns as well as horses, breeding shows !!LOL
Thanks again for that great conversation and be well.
Best,
John
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