Wow, that is intense. Hmmmm... the next time you are in Thailand you might consider sending a care-package back to the states.... haha. Actually, the sad thing is, if someone brought back even 100 rounds of original ammunition, I would not shoot it! It would remain in my collection and slowly get sold off I'm sure. Although... the temptation to fire just one might be too great. And how about the Spencer... that is nice and very surprising. Indeed the Thai/Siamese must have been interested in only the best; the Siamese Mausers were certainly at the height of technology in 1903 and made in rapidly industrializing Japanicon meant they could guarantee quality. I wonder how common the rifles are over there, especially in unconverted condition, i.e. in 8x50R. I love Thai food.... maybe I have a new reason to take a vacation....