Would this particular pattern be possibly also called "Best English 4-Iron Damascus"? The four-pointed "stars" outlined between two of the "full" scrolls here are fairly distinct. On some of the better guns I've looked at, these "stars" are quite distinct, even in exremely fine patterns. I was told by somebody (can't remember just where or by who at the moment)in my travels that this was a distinction to look for in better quality barrels. I've seen at least two guns where this feature was/is very prominent; one was an early John Dickson Round action and the other is a 1891 Boss-barreled John Hobson sidelock gun. When I stretch my memory, I can also recall a lovely, early Woodward hammer gun (that was reputedly re-browned by Dr. Gaddy). Absolutely gorgeous stuff!
Last edited by Lloyd3; 01/15/13 04:44 PM.
