The barrels were proofed in France and the gun appears to be a 16 ga. with 2.5" chambers. The other stamps appear to refer to the grade (Silver Medal) and the barrel steel (Crucible Steel) - these seem similar to designations used by Verney-Carron.

You might also want to check on this forum dedicated to French and Belgian guns - Gournet

Last edited by Doverham; 11/16/12 09:05 AM.

Such a long, long time to be gone, and a short time to be there.