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  1. Hi Dick; yes you're correct; I measured the...

    Hi Dick; yes you're correct; I measured the barrel and it is 27.5" in length, I also ordered your excellent book!
  2. Thanks to Richard2 on War Relics forum got the US...

    Thanks to Richard2 on War Relics forum got the US Navy recipient for this rifle. The recipient of the Winchester-Hotchkiss serial number 2926 was the New York Navy Yard, received on January 7, 1880....
  3. Got the Cody Firearms Museum shipment letter; any...

    Got the Cody Firearms Museum shipment letter; any way to trace the order number to see USN recipient?
  4. Here's a video of loading/shooting this type...

    Here's a video of loading/shooting this type rifle.

    1879 Winchester-Hotchkiss POV firing - YouTube
  5. Winchester Hotchkiss 45-70 Model 1879 US Navy Rifle

    Here for your viewing pleasure is my Winchester Hotchkiss 45-70 Model 1879 U.S. Navy rifle serial number 2926., 32"" round barrel with Naval acceptance proofs visible (WWK Lt W.W.. Kimball on...
  6. Here's an interesting reply re this pistol from...

    Here's an interesting reply re this pistol from Bruce Canfield at the NRA:
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  8. Took a look at the inside of grips and looks like...

    Took a look at the inside of grips and looks like there are some initials/numbers "1 WV" on top grip and "15" on the lower grip. Any ideas about these initials/number?
  9. Colt 1914 Government Model .45 ACP WWI British/Canadian Markings

    Here for your perusal is Colt .45 ACP 1914 Government Model Pistol serial number C9591 which was 1 of 20 shipped to Remington Arms-UMC Company Bridgeport CT on October 5 1914. The Canadian C broad...
  10. Looks like my 1909 got a parkerized refinish...

    Looks like my 1909 got a parkerized refinish perhaps by the Ordnance Dept in the Philippines. I found a second Model 1909 with a similar parkerized finish so maybe more of them were reconditioned for...
  11. Took the revolver out to a friend's range and...

    Took the revolver out to a friend's range and shot some 40 rounds and the old Warhorse performed flawlessly and was spot on every time. Yes, tight as a drum and a real hoot to shoot! Since this range...
  12. Here is the butt strap with Model/serial number...

    Here is the butt strap with Model/serial number and a few original US Army issue 20 round ammo boxes from the Frankford Arsenal.
  13. Colt New Service .45 Colt Army Model of 1909

    Here for your perusal is Colt New Service .45 DA Colt Army Model of 1909 serial number 30443 which was 1 of 750 shipped to United States Government Commanding Officer Ordnance Depot Manila, The...
  14. After years of searching for a spare recoil...

    After years of searching for a spare recoil spring I found this cache of spare parts on Ebay recently, probably a rare find since it also includes a slide, barrel etc. Now I can shoot this pistol a...
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    more larger photos
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    larger photos
  19. Nice find Froccer; these Russian contract...

    Nice find Froccer; these Russian contract Winchester 1895s are a joy to own and shoot. Can you post a few more photos to show Russian inspection marks? I finally found a nice bayonet for my rifle.
  20. Finally found a nice bayonet for the rifle:

    Finally found a nice bayonet for the rifle:
  21. Hi Aragon; will do as soon as I figure out how to...

    Hi Aragon; will do as soon as I figure out how to enlarge photos.
  22. And a few more:

    And a few more:
  23. More photos to show details:

    More photos to show details:
  24. Japanese Type 18 11mm bolt sction black powder cartridge rifle

    Here's my Japanese MURATA Type 18 bolt action rifle chambered in 11mm. This is the first bolt action rifle manufactured in Japan and was the precursor to the famous Arisaka rifle. It mostly matching...
  25. Per Cody Firearms Records WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 -...

    Per Cody Firearms Records WINCHESTER MODEL 1895 - SERIAL NUMBER 283932 applied on May 20, 1916.
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