Well, hoof and mouth strikes again.
It is on page 457 of "Boys' Single Shot Rifles" by James J. Grant published in 1967, Library of Congress number 67-18139.
In Chapter 13, "F. Wesson - C.B. Holden - C.O. Wood" he has pictures of just about all of F. Wesson's designs. He also includes copies of the patents held by Wesson. He goes on for about 30 pages about Wesson. He states that serial #3 is his personal gun. He also has 2 pages devoted to the proper reloading tools for this gun with pictures of same. He spends a good deal time talking about F. Wesson's unique cartridges. He gives a short biography of F. Wesson and even quotes from his obituary.
Sorta got the idea he was a little taken with F. Wesson. From some of his pictures it is obvious the originals were engraved, but not enough detail in the photos to even comment on, which is a pity. Apparently Wesson held a patent for a double rifle, but Grant does not picture one nor even mentions it.
I will try and scan these pictures and post them here. It may take a few days...
I have developed a fascination for single shot 22lr recently. Grant is an excellent source, as he shows some rifles that are most likely buried deep in private collections today. He has pictures of every version of the Stevens Favorite, which is the only way to even approximate a date for these guns.
Pete
