Will do. I had already planned on attending a gun show that is my neck of the woods in August with a friend who is knowledgeable about rifle shooting and what to look for in a good rifle, and I am using this website and other resources to bone up on the historical aspects (manufacturing marks, variations, fakes, etc - I hope the book I ordered comes soon!). I am not in a rush, and I follow the maxim of "if in doubt, walk away". The gun show will be an opportunity to get more than just "book learning", and I want the first rifle I own to be one I am proud of. Thank you for all the knowledgeable replies.