Originally Posted By: AaronN
Originally Posted By: L. Brown
I can't spot even any vintage French proofmarks on that gun. The modern ones don't show up until 1897.


Its got this St Etienne proof in the dark oval on the barrel.



Yes, and beside that mark is the bore designation, 34(encircled), with respect to the French pound, Livre. That too should bound the dates.

Cheers,

Raimey
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