[Chuckc]

I never meant to question the piece. Simpson's has an unblemished reputation and I was checking out the information I had so far on the navy proof marks. The variations are mind boggling.

I guess you could say something is always like so, EXCEPT when.....

My knowledge continues to grow thanks to the forum folks. I guess the information about the proof marks I had was for the later models. One thing is evident, no one will ever own one of each variation. Makes it all the more interesting.

Thanks for the welcome back Pete. I am still here but way skeptical and cautious. Would love to have a navy, but that may take a while. When I find one I like, it is likely to require a second mortgage.