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December 31, 2012
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There is a nice M1892 rifle # 85456, that has the early placement of proofs on the bbl. The rifle was made in 1897 when they did not proof these. What gives? The rifle is on Gun Broker and I do not have a link. Thanks, Big Larry
July 7, 2011
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Big Larry
Here is the link to that rifle.
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewItem.aspx?Item=398014949
I was trying to get the same answer on this thread
http://www.winchestercollector.org/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6595
March 20, 2009
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Please post or email me a photo of the barrel address stamp on the rifle.
Michael
Model 1892 / Model 61 Collector, Research, Valuation
September 22, 2011
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It is likely this particular firearm went back to the factory after they started applying the proofmarks to be repaired and then was returned. The factory letter will likely state this to be the case (e.g., that the rifle was a return & repair, not that proofmarks were applied.) It is somewhat odd that the owner states that he has a letter but does not provide a photo of the letter and/or transcribe its contents.
