Recently I purchased a 20 gauge Smith manufactured in 1911.
On the top of the barrel there was no L.C. Smith of Hunter arms.
All the serial numbers match. Even on the bottom of the barrels.
On the bottom of the barrel was a JM mark. When I researched it
JM was Marlin. So evidently Marlin replaced the barrels. So my question is how long after Marlin bought Smith did it still make the barrel? And if it was sent back would I find any information if I bought the production papers? Also the forearm is fatter than the slim beaver tail. Was that the stock in 1911?
Any information would be appreciated,
Thanks