Okay, (duh.. so now that I feel like a total dork), you are right. The serial # IS 5 digits, beginning with 48, and the last 2 digits match all the other stampings on the other parts. But there is that 2nd 5 digit # stamped above the serial # in a different (smaller) type of stamp. Do you know how many of these American editions were made and how many may still be in circulation? Also, I looked on the technical info page and I see the markings are the ones that look like a crown(?) with a B or a U beneath. When loaded a lever pops up that says "LOADED", (I'm not looking right at it but I believe it is in all caps). We've promised to never sell it, but to keep it in the family (Dad's wishes), but do we have any idea (ballpark) what the value might be (assuming it is a 1906 and in excellent condition)?
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