It does seem to be a well built gun. the top flat on the octagon barrel has been machined with some form of scroll work i assume to prevent glare while sighting. the knob on the block to lift the action is missing and has a machine screw there so it will operate. the bore is bright and shiney and the action is tight as it probably was when new. i would not hesitate to shoot this gun but i have no ammo for it right now. the checkering looks hand done but has been sanded down somewhere in its life. it also looks to be rust blued like the old muzzel loaders were. browned not blued? its a cool piece. i have several of grandads old guns in the safe. They will be passed down one day. he just turned 90 and is as healthy as any 30 year old i know. hope he lasts another 90! keep the info coming it makes for great reading.
fred p
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