What Makes A US Test Eagle...?

R.David · 09-17-2003, 01:06 AM

Hello all! I have in my collection a 1900 American Eagle #7577 with NO "Germany" stamp, NO proof marks, unblued under the safety (lower position), no marking on the magazine, and the "77" on the take down bolt is on the LEFT side. The finish is very good, probably 90%, and is polished about the same as a 1906 AE in my collection. Straw is great. I do not believe the gun has been refinished. The edges of the eagle are somewhat raised and all numbers are sharp and clear. There is a slight bit of pitting on the back of the receiver and the pitts and sorrounding areas are a rust color rather than blue.I know where this gun has been for the last 15 years, but not before. Would appreciate any comments any of you may have. Aldo, what is the "Members Gallery" where the lists of numbers is, and how do I get into it? Regards, R.David

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09-17-2003, 01:06 AM	#32
R.David User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Lake Oswego, Oregon Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hello all! I have in my collection a 1900 American Eagle #7577 with NO "Germany" stamp, NO proof marks, unblued under the safety (lower position), no marking on the magazine, and the "77" on the take down bolt is on the LEFT side. The finish is very good, probably 90%, and is polished about the same as a 1906 AE in my collection. Straw is great. I do not believe the gun has been refinished. The edges of the eagle are somewhat raised and all numbers are sharp and clear. There is a slight bit of pitting on the back of the receiver and the pitts and sorrounding areas are a rust color rather than blue.I know where this gun has been for the last 15 years, but not before. Would appreciate any comments any of you may have. Aldo, what is the "Members Gallery" where the lists of numbers is, and how do I get into it? Regards, R.David