We've discussed the propensity for Smith stocks to crack related to the relatively small surface area at the head of the stock + oil soaking





compared to the boxlock Fox (ready for staple repair by DT)



NID



and Parker



The lateral view of the sideplated boxlock Lefever suggests a similar paucity of wood surface, but the guns don't have the same reputation for cracks



Could someone please post an 'end on' pic of the head of the stock of a Lefever for comparison?

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