Re: Older 2E Grade 12-viewed today 15 Oct./2008 Archived Message
Posted by Dick Miller on October 16, 2008, 1:00 pm, in reply to "Re: Older 2E Grade 12-viewed today 15 Oct./2008"
USMC Armorer, Ejectors became available in 1892 and were improved in 1901. As to the difference, I'll defer to someone more familiar than I. Regarding 20 bores--- the 20 became available in 1907, and if you have found an R frame 20 you are the first, although they supposedly were offered. You might want to look at the picture trail on this site which will show you the difference in the sideplates and barrel lug between the two frames. I might also suggest that you consider John Houchin's book which is available on the Home Page---I own both Brophy's and John's books, and I find myself using the latter more frequently. Enjoy your Elsies !
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