Hello Watson577,

Earlier this year I called Dickson to inquire about my Alex Henry singleshot rifle complete with accessories and scope. They gave me the information verbally and emailed me a photo of the ledger sheets for my rifle showing that "all" was original including the scope. Interestingly the photos of the ledger showed the full pages with serial numbers 5806 through 5829.

They indicated to me at the time that they were no longer giving out the name of the purchaser because they have been embarrassed by collectors contacting the families. Therefore, they typically cover the name in the ledger with a piece of paper when it is photographed.

When I offered to give them my "word" as a gentleman, that I would not try to contact the family, and that I only wanted the name to preserve the provenance, they provided me the photos of the ledger with the name uncovered and readable.

They were very professional.

Hope this helps.

Buck Stix