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Meanwhile, there's a very nice conventional French gun, Manufrance Robust 16, listed on the "for sale" section of this BB. I'm getting no commission from the seller,  but it looks like a pretty good buy to me. I've owned several Robusts over the years. Solid guns--like the name--if a little heavier than many other French doubles.
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To the PM,
BIPO is still not up and running as far as expired patents are concerned...you don't need any special plug-in anymore but it still continually redirects you to espacenet...
The espacenet search engine is so lame, only google can save them now...the search engine can't even search their own database by words in the title...try it with words like ejector, fusil, chasse...or anything and the results are beyond disappointing...when you do get a big results list (by entering F41 only), you only get the first 500 when all the old stuff that we're interested in is way in the back where you can't get to, because of the first 500 parameter...so I guess you really have to know the inpadoc family your looking for if you want to surf the European Patent Office...
It's not easy but it's not difficult either...you have my phone #...call me if you have trouble and I'll explain while we're both on the same website page... 10 minutes on the phone can explain it better than an hour of my typing.
There is a way through the back door to view the Belgian shotgun patents but it's hit or miss...once you're viewing the inpadoc family results list, when you click the patent title, it takes you to the classification page...on that page, you will sometimes see other Adobe icons under "also published as"...any number beginning with BE will show a Belgian patent...
There's a better way but it's a lot more time consuming...
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I've been researching the L.C.Smith "Mark's Special" edition shotgun. ChatGPT confirms the connection between some people.
ChatGPT prompt:
What association existed between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden ?
ChatGPT said:
The association between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden primarily revolves around their shared interest in firearms, particularly L.C. Smith shotguns, and their connections within the Michigan community.
Key Associations
Henry Ford:
A prominent industrialist, Ford was known for his innovations in the automotive industry and had a strong appreciation for craftsmanship. He owned a special L.C. Smith shotgun, linking him to the world of fine firearms.
Mark R.D. McFadden:
McFadden was a notable figure in the firearms community, particularly recognized for his involvement with L.C. Smith shotguns. He is associated with the "Mark's Special" designation, indicating custom models he commissioned. McFadden's passion for shotguns and hunting placed him in the same social circles as Ford.
Robert Chambers:
Chambers is an expert and author on L.C. Smith shotguns, documenting their history and notable figures associated with them. He discusses both Ford and McFadden in his writings, exploring their contributions to the legacy of L.C. Smith shotguns.
Cultural Context
The interactions among these figures illustrate a community of enthusiasts who valued quality craftsmanship. Their connections highlight the blending of industry, hunting, and craftsmanship in early 20th-century America.
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Not sure what "abeille" has to do with the discussion, but its the French word for bee.
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Not sure what "abeille" has to do with the discussion, but its the French word for bee.
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The only thing I can figure out, Larry is that they congregate like bees? Maybe?
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I've been researching the L.C.Smith "Mark's Special" edition shotgun. ChatGPT confirms the connection between some people.
ChatGPT prompt:
What association existed between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden ?
ChatGPT said:
The association between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden primarily revolves around their shared interest in firearms, particularly L.C. Smith shotguns, and their connections within the Michigan community.
Key Associations
Henry Ford:
A prominent industrialist, Ford was known for his innovations in the automotive industry and had a strong appreciation for craftsmanship. He owned a special L.C. Smith shotgun, linking him to the world of fine firearms.
Mark R.D. McFadden:
McFadden was a notable figure in the firearms community, particularly recognized for his involvement with L.C. Smith shotguns. He is associated with the "Mark's Special" designation, indicating custom models he commissioned. McFadden's passion for shotguns and hunting placed him in the same social circles as Ford.
Robert Chambers:
Chambers is an expert and author on L.C. Smith shotguns, documenting their history and notable figures associated with them. He discusses both Ford and McFadden in his writings, exploring their contributions to the legacy of L.C. Smith shotguns.
Cultural Context
The interactions among these figures illustrate a community of enthusiasts who valued quality craftsmanship. Their connections highlight the blending of industry, hunting, and craftsmanship in early 20th-century America. ChatGTP could have saved a lot of time, and just said “They are all dead”. Next question. Best, Ted
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I've been researching the L.C.Smith "Mark's Special" edition shotgun. ChatGPT confirms the connection between some people.
ChatGPT prompt:
What association existed between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden ?
ChatGPT said:
The association between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden primarily revolves around their shared interest in firearms, particularly L.C. Smith shotguns, and their connections within the Michigan community.
Key Associations
Henry Ford:
A prominent industrialist, Ford was known for his innovations in the automotive industry and had a strong appreciation for craftsmanship. He owned a special L.C. Smith shotgun, linking him to the world of fine firearms.
Mark R.D. McFadden:
McFadden was a notable figure in the firearms community, particularly recognized for his involvement with L.C. Smith shotguns. He is associated with the "Mark's Special" designation, indicating custom models he commissioned. McFadden's passion for shotguns and hunting placed him in the same social circles as Ford.
Robert Chambers:
Chambers is an expert and author on L.C. Smith shotguns, documenting their history and notable figures associated with them. He discusses both Ford and McFadden in his writings, exploring their contributions to the legacy of L.C. Smith shotguns.
Cultural Context
The interactions among these figures illustrate a community of enthusiasts who valued quality craftsmanship. Their connections highlight the blending of industry, hunting, and craftsmanship in early 20th-century America. ChatGTP could have saved a lot of time, and just said “They are all dead”. Next question. Best, Ted Well, I guess we could add them to the list of guys who no longer post on this forum.
Voting for anti-gun Democrats is dumber than giving treats to a dog that shits on a Persian Rug
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I've been researching the L.C.Smith "Mark's Special" edition shotgun. ChatGPT confirms the connection between some people.
ChatGPT prompt:
What association existed between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden ?
ChatGPT said:
The association between Henry Ford, Robert Chambers, and Mark R.D. McFadden primarily revolves around their shared interest in firearms, particularly L.C. Smith shotguns, and their connections within the Michigan community.
Key Associations
Henry Ford:
A prominent industrialist, Ford was known for his innovations in the automotive industry and had a strong appreciation for craftsmanship. He owned a special L.C. Smith shotgun, linking him to the world of fine firearms.
Mark R.D. McFadden:
McFadden was a notable figure in the firearms community, particularly recognized for his involvement with L.C. Smith shotguns. He is associated with the "Mark's Special" designation, indicating custom models he commissioned. McFadden's passion for shotguns and hunting placed him in the same social circles as Ford.
Robert Chambers:
Chambers is an expert and author on L.C. Smith shotguns, documenting their history and notable figures associated with them. He discusses both Ford and McFadden in his writings, exploring their contributions to the legacy of L.C. Smith shotguns.
Cultural Context
The interactions among these figures illustrate a community of enthusiasts who valued quality craftsmanship. Their connections highlight the blending of industry, hunting, and craftsmanship in early 20th-century America. ChatGTP could have saved a lot of time, and just said “They are all dead”. Next question. Best, Ted Well, I guess we could add them to the list of guys who no longer post on this forum. Quite perceptive of you Karen, one of the many reasons your posts are such a valuable asset to the board. Thanks for taking the time to contribute. All my best, Steve
Firearms imports, consignments ![[Linked Image from i.imgur.com]](https://i.imgur.com/Ez9oz9Rl.jpg)
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hahaha...
you in rare form Keith...
keep it simple and keep it safe...
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