Originally Posted By: buckstix
Hello WildCattle,

I know you mentioned another similar weapon with a similar frame with a 1901 number, but is it possible these 3 known frames were all made in a "batch" and the serial number were in fact 1897, 1898, and 1901?

Just thinking in print.


I don't have any proof of this but it sure feels right.

The real date has to be between 1886 (8 Lebel) and 1900 when I believe proofing became mandatory again. Steel barrels, hammerless, ejectors, third bite: all these facts point to the very end of the 19th century.
Please look at the other topic I just started. It might be of interest to you.

Best regards,
WC-