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Thanks for sharing this with us, Lynn. I'll go on record that I believe the sight to be a highly modified Lyman #29�, originally intended for a Savage 1899/99. Whoever modified it did a swell job of removing the forward part of the base that conforms to the 99 top tang, installed knurled opposing windage adjusting screws to replace the inconvenient original slotted head ones, and as you pointed out, the stop pin (which eliminates one of my pet peeves about the sight in that precise vertical "stabilization" is nebulous at best). Attaching it with hidden screws from underneath is obviously necessary, but a neat application nonetheless.

Gray,
Thanks I do agree and actually believed it to originally a #29 1/2, I used 103 as that was very similar and brought up by others. It was not modified by an average smith but of the professional abilities at G&H. The entire application would take some careful fore thought and engineering.
I have not seen any reason to believe it is not a G&H rifle and now I must consider whether it should be restored to its original condition. I will contact G&H and begin discussions on such a project. I would only replace the barrel and the G&H side scope mount.
If anyone has pictures of a singleshot G&H rifle with their side mount I would love to see them.

Antonio,
I sent you a PM with my email address. I will post your pictures for you.

I will shortly be providing evidence that I believe will attribute my rifle to G&H. Thank you Antonio.
In addition I am waiting for pics from Terry B which I am told will be most interesting to look at. Thanks.

I received this PM from Antonio and his picture are below.
I believe that although this rifle #636 is different you should focus on the similarity. In that I mean look at the engraving and especially the engraving right above the lever pin. It is the same as my gun. I believe that although it may be impossible to say my gun is G&H with perfect certainty, there is enough evidence to attribute the gun to G&H. I will let you form your own opinion:

"LRF:

If you send me your full email I will send you pictures of a very similar Griffin and Howe Farquharson that I saw on exhibit at the Las Vegas Antique Arms Show by Greg Martin Auctions in 2005. Sorry but I cannot figure out how to attach multiple photos here to this PM. The rifle that I have pictures of was destined for an auction at a later date, probably 2006. I tried on line to search old GM auction postings and got no where so I scanned in the photos that I have and will send them on to you for comparison.

The entire story is that the Rifle is a G&H number 636 in 30/40 and shares many of the same features that your rifle does. The stock and dropper points and checkering are almost identical. However the stock and forend panels are a little different. The engraving on the receiver and the grip cap are very similar. This gun's barrel is marked as G&H and has an integral 1/4 rib with one standing and a folding parade sight(s, banded front sling swivel fixture, and a banded hooded front sight.

Unfortunately, I do not own the gun or know what became of it. Nevertheless, I am sure that your rifle is a G&H based on comparison to this one.

Please post the pictures and this message for the other members of the Forum.

Congratulations on a wonderful purchase,

Antonio"

Well here are some new picturers that Terry Buffum has asked me to share. This is a rifle that Terry did own and was photographed by Michael P. It was engraved by Jos Fugger. Terry believes the butt stock was replaced at some point but the forearm is correct.
Terry if you can add anything please do so. (Nice gun fore sure)
In looking at the action end of the forearm on this rifle validates that the forearm on my rifle is original to G&H. They are very similar.

Terry also provided a picture of a low wall that he once owned and again the photo was take by Michael.
Of not is the barrel mounted G&H scope mount. He does not think G&H did this installation because of the exposed screws which is not G&H usual way of doing this. However Iwill say who ever did do it was not just any common gunsmith but was a skilled craftsman, looks at the perfect alignment of the screws. That takes skill.
But I am sure that this is probably quite similar to what my rifle once looked like.
Again thanks Terry.....Enjoy!

Here are the pictures of the right side of the Low Wall:


And just for interest I was able to buy this sight just today. Pretty much same as on the low wall

Just goes to show the problem with mounting a scope on a Low Wall, or High Wall, and then trying to stock it to fit.

What do you plan for the sight?

Hi Steven,
As for the sight, I acquired, I have no initial plans. You just don't see these often and what appears to be pretty good condition. If I had a Low Wall it sure could work for it. I may just have to buy a rifle to fit it on or better yet since, I am now retired, is build a gun.
On the subject of building things I am thinking about restoring the Farquharson. At least to re-install the side mount. To do so I have to determine if the current barrel can be used or does it need to be replaced.
I have had much fun doing the research to discover the origin of the rifle and now I will enjoy the project to restore the rifle. Any suggestions will be evaluated.